A Climate Action Plan for the California Department of Water Resources

Abstract

Greenhouse gas mitigation and adaptation to climate change vulnerabilities should be incorporated into existing utility business and project management processes.A comprehensive climate action plan can meet and exceed legal requirements, reduce risk, achieve business process efficiencies, apply best available science, and demonstrate social responsibility.Focused internal workgroups, expert consultation, inspired management, feedback loops, breadth of application, and quantitative detail are critical to success.