Bureau of Air Quality Climate Change Message

1. Bureau of Air QualityClimate Change Message • No discussion on the “science” • Emphasis on other elements • Heightened awareness of AQ/NAAQS • Link with NAAQS attainment • Same sources • Same strategies

2. Climate Change Initiatives • Climate Change • Regional partnership • Governor’s CECAC process • The Climate Registry • Presidents Climate Commitment • Mayor’s Climate Agreement • Cool Cities/Counties • Leading by example

3. Climate Energy Commerce Advisory Committee • Begun in March ’07 by Executive Order, facilitated by Center for Climate Strategies, staffed by DHEC • CECAC & 5 technical workgroups chose policy options • Draft report under review. Final to Governor by mid-July. • Legislative action: receive report, break into legislative packages this fall for next session • 52 total policy recommendations approved and posted www.scclimatechange.us • 33 quantified for reductions, costs, costs savings • 1 addressing adaptation & vulnerability

4. CECAC Goals & Objectives • Statewide, reduce gross GHG emissions to 5% below 1990 levels by 2020 • based on successful implementation of all CECAC policy recommendations • Not an enforceable cap • Evaluate progress every 5 years and report to public • Review every 5 years - “realistic GHG reduction goals for years beyond 2020”

5. The Climate Registry: SC to Date • Statement of Intent: 7 signatories • City of Greenville, SC Coastal Conservation League, SC DHEC, Santee Cooper Public Service Authority, SCANA Corporation, Lexington Medical Center, GEL Engineering, LLC • Potential recruits already locked into a climate initiative e.g., Presidents Climate Commitment (universities), Mayors Climate Protection Agreement, EPA Climate Leaders, DOE 1605 (b) • Others taking a ‘wait and see’ attitude in anticipation of federal GHG registry rule.

6. Presidents Climate Commitment • Signatories are colleges and institutions of higher learning that have committed to reducing their GHG emissions in an effort to mitigate climate change http://www.presidentsclimatecommitment.org/index.php • Clemson UniversityJames F. Barker, President • College of CharlestonP. George Benson, President • Furman UniversityDavid E. Shi, President • Medical University of South CarolinaRaymond S. Greenberg, President • University of South Carolina (8 institutions)Andrew A. Sorensen, President • Wofford CollegeBenjamin B. Dunlap, President

7. Local Government Climate Work • Upon signing US Mayors Climate Protection Agreement, cities come under the Sierra Club’s Cool Cities designation. • 7 cities and 1 county in SC • Use of NACAA/ICLEI software to compile inventory and reduction measures is becoming standard practice for quantifying GHG and NAAQS • Charleston has completed their city-wide inventory for all sectors • As a TCR reporter, Greenville will benefit from TCR and ICLEI developing common data elements between the two systems

8. Local Government Climate Efforts • Assist with climate action plans • Advise on compiling inventory data • Relate GHG reductions with non-attainment concerns • Promote programs which reduce ozone, PM2.5 and greenhouse gas emissions

9. An alternative commute program that encourages employees to take action to reduce daily vehicle miles traveled. This program helps reduce the amount of emissions from mobile sources being released into our air, thereby reducing South Carolina’s Ground Level Ozone levels! For more information visit: www.scdhec.gov/takeabreak/login.asp or contact Jack Porter at 803-898-3829.

10. Trade It In For Cleaner Air Trade in that old, polluting gas-powered lawn equipment in exchange for a new cordless electric alternative! Electric lawn mowers, weed trimmers, and leaf blowers are lighter-weight, quieter, less expensive to maintain and use … and better for Air Quality! For more information visit: www.scdhec.gov/environment/baq/lawnmowerxchng.aspx or contact Amy Curran at 803-898-4297.

11. B2 Breathe Better an anti-idling campaign This program is designed to reduce vehicle emissions around school campuses for healthier children. This program is a great way for your school to help the environment! Goal: To help identify and provide solutions to reduce air pollution around school campuses through enlisting the efforts of students, faculty, staff, community and local agencies. For more information visit: www.scdhec.gov/environment/baq/b2.aspx or contact Heather Stiltner at 803-898-2233

12. A well-maintained vehicle is safer, more economical, and better for the environment! SC DHEC has partnered with the SC State Museum, Richland and Lexington counties, and local businesses for past events. If your organization is interested in sponsoring a vehicle check event . . . For more information visit: www.carcare.org/index.shtml or Contact Amy Curran at 803-898-4297

13. Build a Better World • ENERGY STAR is a joint program of the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency and the U.S. Department of Energy helping citizens and businesses save money and protect the environment through energy efficient products and practices. • Help protect the environment for future generations! • To learn more: www.energystar.gov • For more information, contact • Paul Wojoski at 803-898-3835.

14. A six-week, support group-type program for individuals to work together to determine and lower their personal carbon footprints. For more information visit: www.empowermentinstitute.net/lcd/ or contact Leslie Coolidge 803-898-3208.

15. Southeast Diesel Collaborative This organization is a voluntary partnership involving leaders from government, private, and nonprofit stakeholders in the Southeast. The goal is to improve air quality by encouraging the use of clean, renewable energy and technology to reduce diesel emissions from existing engines and equipment from the agriculture, heavy construction and on-road sectors. For more information visit: www.southeastdiesel.org/ or contact Brian Barnes at 803-898-7099.

16. S.C. Smart Business Recycling Program The S.C. Smart Business Recycling Program offers free, confidential, non-regulatory services including: • Site visits • Technical assistance • Research and contacts • A state recognition program • Workshops Program website: www.scdhec.gov/environment/lwm/recycle/smart_business/ For more information, contact Amanda St. John at 803-896-4234 or StJohnAL@dhec.sc.gov.

17. The Inverted-U bike rack is recommended by the League of American Bicyclists and is the required design in some cities. It provides good support, enables users to securely lock both the wheels and frame of the bicycle, and accommodates u-shaped as well as cable locks. Bicycle Parking Being bicycle-friendly is good for business!! By providing bicycle parking, businesses can support the city’s efforts to become more bicycle-friendly. Businesses can also encourage participation in the monthly downtown lunchtime bike rides and the annual Bike to Work day. For more information, contact Leslie Coolidge at 803-898-3208 or Michael Juras at 803-898-4385

18. Go Green in the Parking Lot(and you may qualify for !) • Create a district carpool matching group and designate carpool parking spaces • Supply errand bikes for employees • Subsidize commuting by public transportation • Offer employees a telecommuting option For more information Leslie Coolidge at 803-898-3208.