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Memberships

The City of Boulder belongs to a number of different membership organizations as a way to promote our energy efficiency and renewable energy efforts, learn best practices from other organizations, and support networks of organizations promoting positive action.

Chicago Climate Exchange (CCX)

In 2006, the city organization continued its membership in the Chicago Climate Exchange (CCX). CCX is a voluntary, legally binding cap and trade pilot program designed to reduce GHG emissions, help businesses and organizations manage emissions and recognize the value of reductions, and implement market-based strategies for emissions reduction. For municipal members, only organization-wide emissions from electricity, natural gas, and fleet fuel are included; community-wide emissions are excluded.

CCX accepted the city of Boulder’s emissions reports for the baseline, 2003, 2004 and 2005. According to the 2005 audited emissions report, the city organization reduced its emissions from vehicle fuel and natural gas by 34% relative to the baseline.  Emissions from electricity decreased 11%.  As a result of total lower emissions in 2003 through 2005 as compared to the baseline, the city of Boulder has 83 carbon financial instruments (CFI’s), representing 8,300 mtCO2 that can be banked or sold. As of December 30, 2006, CFI’s are traded at approximately $4 each.  City staff are still waiting results from our 2006 submissions

The city of Boulder formally agreed to participate in the next phase covering 2007-2010. There will be no participation fees for the city. Participation commits the city to an additional 2% reduction in emissions below the baseline for a total reduction of 6% below baseline by 2010. 

Last Updated on Tuesday, 04 September 2007 05:27

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