Reducing greenhouse gas emissions in Bend

 The city of Bend is exploring how it could reduce greenhouse gas emissions by 70% by 2050. The goals are outlined in the city’s Community Climate Action Plan, which it’s working on updating. 

Officials are examining what strategies to prioritize and how future policies could affect Bend's businesses, affordable housing goals and economy.

Recently, the city has considered how it could construct new  buildings that have electric appliances rather than fossil-fuel power sources like gas. While some climate activists applaud the efforts, others wonder how new regulations could affect the city financially and leave it vulnerable to costly lawsuits.  

Cyrus Mooney is the business advocate for the city of Bend. Cassie Lacy is the senior management analyst for the city. They join us with details of the city’s plans.