Climate Adaptation

The fourth section in Oakland's 2030 Equitable Climate Action Plan (ECAP) focuses on climate adaptation. Even if Oakland's contribution to the climate crisis ended tomorrow, our city would still be impacted by climate change. Carbon in the atmosphere will continue to influence sea level rise, wildfires, and other threats. While Oakland continues its efforts to slow and reverse climate change, resilient infrastructure and risk reduction measures must be in place to address the immediate and foreseeable climate risks to health and safety, particularly in frontline communities.

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List of ECAP Action Items

This table shows the list of the Adaptation action items that are included in the ECAP. Each action item has its own lead department and implementation timeline.

ECAP Action Title Lead Department Status
A-1: Fund Creation and Operation of Resilience Hubs Public Works Department; Office of Resilience Early Progress
A-2: Enhance Community Energy Resilience Public Works Department Early Progress
A-3: Fund and Implement Citywide Vulnerability Assessment and Comprehensive Adaptation Plan Planning & Building Department In Progress
A-4: Wildfire Risk Reduction Fire Department; Finance Department Major Progress
A-5: Identify and Reduce Financial Risks from Climate Change Public Works Department; Office of Resilience Not Begun
A-6: Expand and Protect Green Infrastructure & Biodiversity Public Works Department; Office of Resilience; Office of Emergency Services In Progress

Services + Projects

Explore available services and existing projects below.

  • Resilient Oakland
  • Community Vulnerability Maps and Resources for Hazard Mitigation
  • Fire Safety Inspections
  • Request Emergency Preparation for Businesses

Documents

Review foundational planning reports and documents below.

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For updates on ECAP implementation, visit the City's Sustainability Page, where you'll find all ECAP topics and resources.