Clearing the Air: How Cities Can Mitigate the Impacts of the Gas System and Accelerate the Shift to Clean Energy

It is crucial that cities move beyond gas and work to reduce greenhouse gas emissions. This report deepens local leaders' understanding of the interaction between gas distribution systems and local climate objectives and provides recommendations. Best practices include developing granular profiles of building stock and infrastructure, requiring new developments to meet LEED or National Green Buildings Standards, and creating carbon intensity limits on fuel.