Actions

Buildings, Energy and Infrastructure
Goal BEI.1 Buildings are energy efficient and minimize greenhouse gas emissions

• BEI.1.1.A

  Not started

  Incorporate embodied carbon footprints backed by published Environmental Product Declarations (EPDs) in plan development…
• BEI.1.1.B

  Not started

  Promote early adoption of all-electric ready and passive energy components of Opt-in Specialized Energy Code.
• BEI.1.1.C

  In process

  Work with the electric utility to identify project opportunities that are good candidates for innovative utility program…
• BEI.1.1.D

  In process

  Develop energy efficiency standards for new and retrofitted municipal and school buildings.
• BEI.1.1.E

  Planning

  Develop reference guide for efficiency programs to disseminate through permitting process.
• BEI.1.2.A

  Planning

  Develop an education and training program for contractors and installers, tied to existing certification requirements ar…
• BEI.1.2.B

  In process

  Create energy coaching program to promote residential and commercial incentives for all-electric, high-efficiency buildi…
• BEI.1.3.A

  In process

  Identify incentive programs to develop comprehensive energy and healthy home upgrades in income qualified housing units.
• BEI.1.3.B

  In process

  Conduct direct outreach to developers and building owners to leverage funding opportunities for affordable housing decar…

Buildings, Energy and Infrastructure
Goal BEI.2 Plymouth achieves 100% carbon-free energy by 2050.

• BEI.2.1.A

  Not started

  Review and identify improvements to zoning bylaws related to renewable energy development.
• BEI.2.1.B

  Not started

  Launch a "solarize" bulk-purchasing campaign for residents to purchase solar PV and complementary technologies like batt…
• BEI.2.1.C

  Completed

  Add a local, renewable energy option to Plymouth's Community Choice Power Supply program.
• BEI.2.2.A

  Planning

  Identify opportunities for microgrids and energy storage for critical facilities.
• BEI.2.2.B

  In process

  Coordinate with the electric utility to support planning and investment in infrastructure upgrades that promote electrif…

Health, Safety, and Preparedness
Goal HSP.1 All community members are prepared for and have the tools necessary to endure the impacts of a changing climate.

• HSP.1.1.A

  In process

  Launch an inclusive and ongoing, multilingual climate preparedness activation campaign that provides information, resour…
• HSP.1.1.B

  Not started

  Establish community emergency response teams to prioritize preparedness and wellbeing of vulnerable residents.
• HSP.1.1.C

  Not started

  Build social resiliency and climate literacy through public participation in the All American Cities program in 2025.
• HSP.1.2.A

  In process

  Identify hot spots and reduce the proliferation of urban heat islands throughout the town (examples include installing s…
• HSP.1.2.B

  Not started

  Partner with local and regional health and emergency services (EMTs, fire, police, hospitals, health care centers) to tr…
• HSP.1.2.C

  Planning

  Build partnerships with local/regional farms to provide fresh, local food to pantries, shelters, and schools.
• HSP.1.2.D

  Not started

  Create a series of health and wellness events to promote healthy lifestyles (summer streets to promote walking, mental h…

Health, Safety, and Preparedness
Goal HSP.2 Essential community infrastructure is resilient to climate impacts.

• HSP.2.1.A

  In process

  Identify and protect critical municipal assets and infrastructure (could include opportunities to elevate critical equip…
• HSP.2.1.B

  In process

  Update Plymouth's Flood Management Plan and Forest Fire Protection Plan with the most recent data and projections.
• HSP.2.1.C

  Not started

  Identify priority areas that are most vulnerable to power outages during extreme weather events and partner with Eversou…
• HSP.2.1.D

  In process

  Develop a shoreline protection plan to address coastal shoreline protection (including structural and natural approaches…
• HSP.2.1.E

  In process

  Build on the Town Brook restoration project's success to create a plan for removing three "significant hazard" dams: Fre…

Natural Systems
Goal NS.1 Trees, open spaces, and landscapes are sustainably managed, enhance climate resilience, and protect Plymouth's sole source aquifer.

• NS.1.1.A

  Planning

  Create an inventory, planting, and management plan of all Town trees that prioritizes planting native species and incre…
• NS.1.1.B

  In process

  Develop a forest management plan with an outreach and education component to maintain healthy forests and mitigate fire…
• NS.1.1.C

  Not started

  Create a municipal landscaping policy that limits the use of non-organic fertilizers and pesticides (with appropriate e…
• NS.1.1.D

  Not started

  Implement an Integrated Pest Management Program that restricts the use of pesticides and fertilizers on municipal land.
• NS.1.1.E

  Planning

  Incorporate green infrastructure and Low Impact Development (LID) best practices in public open spaces and other munici…
• NS.1.1.F

  Not started

  Create a stormwater utility to fund projects and enhance Town drainage infrastructure.
• NS.1.2.A

  Not started

  Develop and implement tree protection strategies and/or incentives to help encourage the maintenance of tree cover and …
• NS.1.2.B

  Not started

  Create and implement an ongoing outreach and education campaign for homeowners adjacent to Plymouth's 400+ ponds on min…
• NS.1.2.C

  Not started

  Approve and implement a bylaw that restricts the use of harmful pesticides and lawn chemicals within a certain distance …
• NS.1.2.D

  Not started

  Accelerate the uptake of sustainable landscaping practices and green infrastructure among community members through reb…
• NS.1.2.E

  In process

  Develop and implement a volunteer-based invasive species eradication program.

Natural Systems
Goal NS.2 Plymouth's natural coastal and wetland resources and associated economic and recreational activity are resilient to climate change.

• NS.2.1.A

  In process

  Analyze opportunities for open space preservation, enhancement, and acquisition of private parcels with high natural an…
• NS.2.1.B

  In process

  Evaluate existing bylaws pertaining to wetlands, stormwater management, aquifer protection, and septic systems to ident…
• NS.2.2.A

  Planning

  Publicly promote maritime businesses that use sustainable harvesting and ecosystem management practices, including shel…
• NS.2.2.B

  Planning

  Promote education and skills training for both college and non-college career tracks in emerging natural resources and …

Transportation
Goal T.1 Plymouth reduces emissions from cars, trucks, and buses by accelerating the transition to electric vehicles.

• T.1.1.A

  Planning

  Create a public awareness campaign around sustainable transportation options including electric vehicle incentives and s…
• T.1.1.B

  In process

  Expand the existing Fuel Efficient Vehicle Purchasing Policy to include a phased vehicle replacement plan for all applic…
• T.1.2.A

  In process

  Secure funding to expand on existing charging infrastructure and install new public EV charging stations in municipal lo…
• T.1.2.B

  Planning

  Provide educational resources and/or technical assistance to increase installation of EV chargers on residential and com…

Transportation
Goal T.2 Plymouth provides safe, accessible, and sustainable mobility options for all.

• T.2.1.A

  Not started

  Engage with state-level decision makers to expand public transit options for Plymouth residents.
• T.2.1.B

  Planning

  Partner with GATRA to enhance services (e.g., more stations, more accessible routes) and transition to zero-emission bus…
• T.2.1.C

  Not started

  Expand first/last mile options (via expanded ridesharing services, bike infrastructure at stations, additional funding f…
• T.2.1.D

  In process

  Expand geographic range, frequency, and promotion of Ride Circuit services.
• T.2.2.A

  Planning

  Explore opportunities to increase the affordability, strategic density, and breadth of Plymouth's housing options in par…
• T.2.3.A

  Planning

  Improve access and safety for pedestrians and bicycles through enhanced streetscape features (e.g., protected bike lanes…
• T.2.3.B

  Not started

  Update Plymouth's Parking Management Plan with the goal of reducing parking minimums or implementing parking maximums.

Waste
Goal W.1 Businesses, households, municipal operations, and individuals minimize waste and consumption of disposable goods.

• W.1.1.A

  In process

  Increase low-cost and publicly accessible reuse, sharing, and recycling opportunities through swap shops, community yard…
• W.1.1.B

  Planning

  Update current Procurement of Recycling Products policy to establish a municipal Environmentally Preferable Purchasing p…
• W.1.1.C

  Planning

  Partner with the Chamber of Commerce and Green Restaurant Association to pilot a "green restaurant destination" program.

Waste
Goal W.2 Waste is managed responsibly across the community and all possible recyclable and organic materials are diverted from landfill.

• W.2.1.A

  Planning

  Build on the composting pilot program in public schools to establish a permanent compost program in schools and other mu…
• W.2.1.B

  Planning

  Educate residents on food waste reduction and home composting options and provide residents access to drop-off compostin…
• W.2.1.C

  Planning

  Assess the suitability of Town land that could be used to establish a permanent composting facility.
• W.2.1.D

  Planning

  Assess the potential to fund and implement an anaerobic digester based on previous studies.
• W.2.2.A

  Planning

  Establish a waste management program and educational campaign to improve recycling within Town facilities.
• W.2.2.B

  Not started

  Engage with commercial entities to identify barriers and implement solutions around recycling and waste reduction strate…
• W.2.2.C

  Planning

  Create and implement a Deconstruction Policy for municipal projects so developers redirect usable construction and demol…