This strategy includes a focus on distributed generation as an efficient and lower-emission alternative to central power plants.
The Improved Transportation Options strategy accounts for 23 percent of Chicago's total greenhouse gas reductions.
The Reduced Waste & Industrial Pollution strategy accounts for 13 percent of Chicago's total greenhouse gas reductions.
In addition to focusing on waste, this strategy has actions to reduce the emissions from refrigerants and use green infrastructure to capture stormwater.
In 2010, a Chicago Climate Action Plan Progress Report was released and covers highlights from January 2008 through December 2009 [1].