Assessing Resilience to Climate Change in US Cities

Table 2

Attributes of the climate action index.

	1. Membership in “Cities for Climate Protection”
	2. Formulation of a Climate Action Plan
	3. Assessment of city’s vulnerability to climate change as part of the climate action plan
	4. Use of renewable energy
	5. Existence within the city of climate-friendly transportation choices
	6. Application of green building standards
	7. Solid waste reduction/recycling practices
	8. Local food initiatives
	9. Education and outreach programs, including mechanisms for public involvement
	10. Inclusion of adaptation strategies in the Climate Action Plan