Sustainability, Climate Protection and Energy in Local Government in

IsraelOrli Ronen

Heschel Center/Center for Local Sustainability

Sustainability, Climate Protection and Energy in Local Government in Israel

• Background

• Local Policies surpass National Policies

• Energy Efficiency

• Best Practices

Background:From Local to Global – City Leadership

• Rio 1992 – Local Government emerges• Post Johannesburg – new climate

networks • European cities lead networks• Leading networks: ICLEI, Energy Cities,

Covenant of Mayors• 2008 - 18 Israeli cities join CCP

UN

IPCC

IsraelDevelopment burdens are

Local:

Built areaBuilt area

MotorizationMotorization

ElectricityElectricity

PopulationPopulation40 m/per person (2020)

236 private vehicles p/1000

(2006)

95,580 million kWh (2020)

9 million (2025)

2.2 kilo per person)2010(

20 m/per person 7 million (2009)

42,678 million kWh

1.2 kilo per person)1975(

166 private vehicles p/1000

(1990)

WasteWaste

Change

Sustainable approach?

Israel Local Government 2000-2010:From Damage Control to Sustainable

Development

cost

prevent

supervize

minimize

ignore

Sustainable Dev.

opportunity

Reaction and treatment

Planning and prevention

objective

recycle

Clean productionSustainable consumption

CBCSCIL

catalysts

LIFE project;

Center for Local Sustainability

Education: schools, community centers

Legislation: Environmental committees

Local activity: NGO’s,

individuals…

Municipal environmental units

Professional training

LIFE Third Countries project – 2006-2008 : Leveraging Local Sustainability in Israel

Overall objectives:To instigate large-scale capacity building in local governments in

Israel, in order to create sustainable communities according to LA21 principles.

Outcomes: 1. An increased level of sustainability practice and awareness in

municipal policies and actions2. Availability and use of new tools and strategies for promoting

sustainability in different types of municipalities3. 18 of the largest Israeli cities commit to 20/20 GHG targets4. More than 50% of Regional Authorities initiate Sustainable

Development Master plans

Regional Authorities: Masterplans for Sustainable Development

Forum 15: Cities for Climate Protection

Emerging Blue and White Local Leadership:

תל אביב- יפו423,000אוכ':

אשדוד210,000אוכ: באר שבע

197,000אוכ':

גבעתיים55,000אוכ':

הרצליה130,000אוכ':

חדרה85,000אוכ':

חולון188,000אוכ':

חיפה270,000אוכ':

כפר סבא85,000אוכ':

נתניה190,000אוכ':

רעננה72,000אוכ':

רמת גן145,000אוכ':

ראשון לציון228,000אוכ':

פתח תקוה187,000אוכ':

רחובותבת ים110,000אוכ':

197,000אוכ':

ירושלים197,000אוכ':

אשקלון197,000אוכ':

Urban Master Plan - ICLEI

1. GHG Inventory

2. Targets; 20% reduction by 2020 from 2000 levels

3. Urban Masterplan for GHG reduction.

4. Implementing policies and projects

5. Assessment and Reporting

Transport and Fuels

.

Energy and Building

Open Spaces

.

Waste

Action Plan – Thematic Areas

• Challenge the national GHG commitment

• Recruit Government support

• Maintain mayors’ commitment

• Get Local Government involved in national policy

• Create sustainable development and wellbeing models for Israel

• Training and capacity building framework for cities and focal points

• Compile a data base of GHG emissions of the 18 cities

• Implement an array of immediate actions to reduce GHG emissions

• Participate in International Forums

Progress in three years:Progress in three years:

Regional Authorities: Masterplans for Sustainable

Development

Regional Authorities Central Coordination

Steering Committee

Capacity building

Coordinating and negotiating with the central government

Developing tools and information

Consultants pool

Project Coordinator

Budgeting Advocacy and support to the local level

• Over 50% of Regional Authorities have joined the process

• UNESCO accreditation to Megido Plan• More than 10 plans in implementation• Statutory Plans evolving• Waste and building schemes• Set of Indicators in process• Pilot projects for social aspects implemented• Masterplan for sustainable agriculture

developed by Ministry of Agriculture

Progress :Progress :

Regional Authorities: Masterplans for Sustainable Development

Forum 15: Cities for Climate Protection

Additional Blue and White Local Leadership:

Environmental Tag for Resource Conservation

Environmental Tag for Resource Conservation

Waste

Water and Sewage

Energy

Local Governments take responsibility for the

local environment and residents’ wellbeing

Efficiency in resource management resulting in savings for municipalities and residents

Efficient resource management (Energy, Water, Land) for environmental conservation for present and future generations

Reeducation of GHG emissionsReeducation of GHG emissions

Objectives of the Environmental Tag Initiative:

The Local Energy Initiative

The Local Energy Initiative

Capacity Building for

Energy Efficiency in

Local

Government !!!!

Energy as a Resource

Energy= a local resource

Characteristics: waste, growth in consumption

10%-30% Saving potential:

Quick ROI, no impact on ongoing activity

significant impact on cash flow

Positive public image and example to residents

"it Pays to Think Green" Local Energy Efficiency

Municipalities can attain at least 10% efficiency through behavioral changes and an additional 10% through technical solutions.

Efficiency is attained within a year or two from beginning of process.

How can we attain Energy Efficiency?

• Infrastructure – efficient construction reduces energy consumption

• Equipment – shifting to more efficient equipment (lamps, electrical equipment)

• Technology – innovative means for system improvement (control mechanisms, supply technology)

• Organizational Culture – Instigating behavioral changes among municipal employees (training, incentives, education)

Municipal Support PackageAnalysis of saving potential of local public buildingsTraining for energy personnel and building usersAssistance in compiling general data from the Israel Electric

CompanyOn Site support in implementing the efficiency plan and

feedback mechanisms Guidance in preparing education and dissemination programs

for implementing energy efficiency Introduction and networking with relevant cities and success

storiesSupport for the establishment of a Local Energy Center

The Energy Calculation Tool

# of students yearly cost yearly energy building

20,484 3,099,232 nis 5,945,152 Total

High Schools

Pre School

Middle Schools

Elementary

Municipal Energy Consumption Chart

Municipal Input

Mayor’s commitment Establishment of an administration unit and

nominating a director for Energy Efficiency Cooperation in energy survey and mapping:

Map of city energy usage (street lighting, public buildings)

type of public buildings mapping of municipal meters

Translating the findings into a Local Action Plan for Energy Efficiency

Municipal Process

Local Sustainability Hub

Address for SustainabilityDemonstration facilityPublic AwarenessOn hand information Access to energy saving equipmentCommunity GardenTraining and workshops

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