Pacifica’s Climate Action and Resiliency Plan (CARP)

Photo: MIG, a consulting firm specializing in community engagement and climate action planning, partnered with the City of Pacifica to facilitate focus groups for community feedback on the updated Climate Action and Adaptation Plan. These sessions brought together key stakeholders, including community-based organizations, youth, and residents, to share insights and co-create solutions for a more resilient and sustainable Pacifica. Loteria graphics and content were created by MIG Consulting, INC.

Background: In July 2014, the Pacifica City Council adopted its first Climate Action Plan (CAP), outlining 15 greenhouse gas (GHG) reduction measures across four sectors: energy, transportation, solid waste, and water.

Progress Since 2014:
The City has implemented various measures to reduce GHG emissions and achieved 32% of its goals proposed.

Need for Update:
Evolving climate science, updated policies, and increased urgency for adaptation prompted a more comprehensive approach to climate planning.

CARP Task Force Formation:
In May 2023, the City Council passed Resolution No. 50-2023, establishing the Climate Action and Resiliency Plan (CARP) Task Force. The Task Force began work in September 2023 to update and expand the original CAP.

Goals of Updated CARP per Council’s direction:

  • Integrate climate adaptation with emissions reduction strategies.

  • Set measurable goals and practical implementation strategies.

  • Include a tracking progress over 5 years.

Present day: In July 2025, the Council approved the Climate Action and Resiliency Plan (CARP), and in September 2025, approved the formation of the Climate Action and Resilience Committee (CARC) to serve as an advisory body for its implementation.

The 2025 Climate Action and Resiliency Plan (CARP) focuses on four key goal areas, each supported by subcommittees tasked with researching and implementing specific actions:

  1. Transportation and Land Use (TLUS)

  2. Emissions Reduction and Energy (ERES)

  3. Food and Consumption (FACS)

  4. Resilience and Adaptation (RAS)

  5. Implementation

Latest News & Updates

Task Force transition to Climate Action and Resilience Committee (CARC)

City Council appointed 11 volunteers in 2023 (9 served the duration) to implement the new Climate Action Plan for the City. For the past 20 months, these volunteers have dedicated their time, knowledge, and most importantly, their commitment to Climate Action for their community. The members are as follows: Monica Meagher (Chair), Kai Martin (Vice Chair), Margo Meiman, Dave Plumb, Carl Schwab, Nancy Tierney, Rick Nahass, Maria Barr, and Kim Finale. With the adoption of the CARP, the Task Force successfully completed its charge.

On September 8, 2025, the City Council adopted a resolution establishing the Climate Action and Resilience Committee as a standing body responsible for implementing the CARP and continuing the work begun by the Task Force.

For information about the Climate Action and Resilience Committee, including upcoming meetings, agendas, and ways to get involved, please visit the Committee webpage. We are recruiting 9 voting members: All ages from teens/youth to experienced adults are encouraged to apply.

The city is recruiting for the following committee positions:

Four (4) at-large positions for staggered 2- year terms to expire October 2029

Three (3) at-large positions for staggered 2-year terms to expire October 2027

Two (2) youth member* positions for 1-year terms to expire October 2026

*Youth members are full, voting members between the ages of 14-25

APPLY NOW!

Application deadline has been extended! Apply by October 12th BY NOON.

Note: The final version Of the climate action and resilience plan (cARP) will be available soon.

Youth Art Competition

The Climate Action and Resiliency Plan (CARP) Task Force hosted a Youth Art Competition on April 12th, 2025, at the Community Center. The event brought the community together to engage in conversations about the City's Climate Action Plans. Centered around the theme and guiding question, "How can YOU make a difference for climate change in Pacifica?", the competition invited students from kindergarten through 8th grade to express their ideas through art. This free event required a parent or guardian to accompany each child. Art supplies were provided, though participants were also welcome to bring their own materials.

On April 26th, 2025, for Earth Day festivities hosted by Pacifica Beach Coalition (PelicanFest 2025) the community had their input for the selecting one art piece for the COVER of the Climate Action Plan and THE RESULTS ARE IN!!

  • Natalia Bueno (8 years old) & Amelia Ferry (11 years old), congrats — your artwork was selected!

All art submissions are reflected throughout the CARP!

Rebates & incentive programs

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Peninsula Clean Energy (PCE) is the local energy provider for San Mateo County (including Pacifica) and Los Banos. Unlike PG&E, PCE buys and produces clean energy, while PG&E delivers it through their existing power lines and handles billing. They work together.

Benefits:

  • Lower bills: ECOplus energy costs less than PG&E’s rates

  • Cleaner energy: 50–100% renewable, compared to PG&E’s fossil fuel mix

  • Local projects: solar, storage, and electric vehicle (EV) support in Pacifica

  • Incentives: rebates for EVs, energy efficiency, and home electrification

  • Community focus: nonprofit, profits stay local

Some incentives (if you qualify):

  • Used EV rebates

  • EV charging for apartment buildings

  • Wood stove replacement

  • Heat pump installation rebates

  • Cash for swapping old gas or diesel cars for electric ones

If you don’t qualify for incentives but want to switch to electric, PCE offers 0% interest loans for home upgrades.

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More Links and Guides

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The CAAP Task Force meets on the third Tuesday of every month.

Location:
Community Development & Engineering Building
1800 Francisco Boulevard
Pacifica, CA 94044

Meeting agendas are emailed to subscribers and posted on the City’s website.

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