What does the State Plan do?

• Supports public/private sector partnerships that improve and expand public transit and increase ridership.
• Promotes the connection of neighborhoods with jobs, tourism spots, and regional commerce.
• Encourages the implementation of land use policies that support biking, walking, and public transportation and reduce car dependency.
• Encourages integration of climate resiliency practices into transportation projects to mitigate the effects of environmental hazards.
• Recommends transforming unused spaces into greenways to improve safety and neighborhood connectivity for pedestrians and bicyclists.

Why it matters:

• Boasts a greener and more efficient transportation system that decreases traffic and pollution.
• Makes it easier for people to access job opportunities and other key areas, especially in underserved communities.
• Prepares transportation systems for future climate change and other environmental hazards.
• Promotes healthier lifestyles by making walking and biking easier, while also reducing carbon footprints.
• Drives economic growth by improving connections between the places where people live, work, and visit.

What does the State Plan do?

• Prioritizes transitioning from fossil fuels to renewable and low-emission energy sources such as wind, solar, and nuclear.
• Encourages energy-efficient buildings, from new construction to retrofitting older buildings.
• Recommends coordination across state agencies, private utilities, and local governments to plan energy facilities and infrastructure.
• Promotes development in areas that support public transportation modes and energy-efficient infrastructure.
• Endorses the implementation of electric vehicles, as well as clean and efficient energy systems for buildings and industries.

Why it matters:

• Helps combat climate change by reducing the reliance on fossil fuels and decreasing carbon emissions.
• Makes buildings and transportation more energy-efficient, saving money and resources.
• Boosts the use of clean energy, thereby improving air quality and reducing environmental harm.
• Strengthens the energy grid to support a more sustainable and resilient future.
• Prioritizes public health and safety by ensuring that energy infrastructure is built to handle emergencies.