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FRIDLEY ENERGY ACTION PLAN <br /> <br />i <br />Executive Summary <br />Fridley has set a goal to reduce community energy use 5 percent by the year 2020, and <br />20 percent by 2030. This goal will set Fridley on a path toward long-term resilience <br />against the impacts of climate change, while generating immediate benef its such as <br />energy cost savings; ensuring Fridley achieves its energy vision and mission. <br />The purpose of this plan is to identify specific goals and strategies for increasing energy <br />efficiency and renewable energy use among residents, businesses, and institutions in <br />the community. Community support will be critical to the success of this plan, and the <br />strategies outlined emphasize broad engagement in energy action. <br />Our Vision <br />Fridley will continue leading by example and engaging residents, businesses, and <br />institutions to save money and reduce greenhouse gas emissions for the benefit of <br />everyone in the community. <br />Our Energy Mission <br />Fridley will continue improving upon its values of being a safe, vibrant, friendly, and <br />stable home for families and businesses by: <br />1. Increasing sustainable, reliable energy in the grid; <br />2. Strengthening energy efficient practices and participation; and <br />3. Supporting innovative strategies and technologies to achieve Fridley's energy <br />vision. <br />How Will We Get There? <br />To achieve our goal, Fridley will prioritize four short-term focus areas: <br /> Focus Area 1: Residential Energy, inclusive of homeowners, renters, and <br />under-resourced residents. <br /> Focus Area 2: Businesses and Multifamily Buildings, inclusive of all <br />businesses in the community, as well as multifamily buildings with more than five <br />units. <br /> Focus Area 3: Institutions, including municipal premises, worship facilities, <br />schools, and hospitals and medical facilities. <br /> Focus Area 4: Transportation and Electric Vehicles, noting that this area is <br />important for long-term greenhouse gas emission reductions. <br />Renewable energy was also noted as an important component and will be included in <br />all focus areas as a goal or strategy.