Walsh Strengthens Boston's Commitment to Climate Action

Boston Mayor Marty Walsh has joined the Compact of Mayors, fortifying Boston’s commitment to climate action and the reduction of greenhouse gas (GHG) emissions on a global scale.

The Compact unites cities with a common goal to drive climate action, building on Boston’s continued commitment through its existing Climate Action Plan.

“Cities play a critical role in the fight against climate change, and collaboration is key,” said Mayor Walsh. “I am proud we are able to build on our Administration’s work to address climate change and to have Boston join other leading cities in spearheading those efforts.”

Launched at the 2014 United Nations Climate Summit, the Compact of Mayors is the world’s largest coalition of city leaders addressing climate change by pledging to reduce their greenhouse gas emissions, tracking their progress and preparing for the impacts of climate change.

“The Green Ribbon Commission applauds Mayor Walsh’s decision to join the Compact of Mayors,” said Amos Hostetter, who Co-Chairs the Boston Green Ribbon Commission with Mayor Walsh. “For cities that are committed to and already showing leadership on climate, the Compact offers a powerful platform to share what’s working, to learn from others, and to advance solutions to climate change.”

In January, Walsh released the Greenovate Boston 2014 Climate Action Plan Update, taking steps to prepare the City of Boston for the impacts of climate change and celebrating the City’s progress towards reducing GHG emissions 25 percent by 2020 and 80 percent by 2050.

The Boston Green Ribbon Commission works to develop shared strategies for fighting climate change in support of the City’s Climate Action Plan.