L.A.'s Green New Deal Aims to Eliminate Gas-Powered Cars Under Mayor Garcetti

L.A.'s Green New Deal Aims to Eliminate Gas-Powered Cars Under Mayor Garcetti

By Michael Harrison

December 8, 2024 at 05:25 AM

Los Angeles Mayor Eric Garcetti announced a groundbreaking sustainability plan aimed at transforming the city's approach to transportation, infrastructure, and environmental protection. The initiative, dubbed L.A.'s Green New Deal, outlines ambitious goals to reduce the city's carbon footprint and combat climate change.

![Los Angeles Mayor Eric Garcetti interviews Rhiana Gunn-Wright, leader of the nonprofit group New Consensus, just after Garcetti announced L.A.'s new sustainability plan](Al Seib / Los Angeles Times)

The plan's key objectives include:

  • Phasing out gas-powered vehicles in favor of electric and zero-emission alternatives
  • Implementing stringent building efficiency standards
  • Improving air quality across the metropolitan area
  • Reducing the city's carbon emissions
  • Creating sustainable infrastructure and transportation systems

This comprehensive environmental strategy represents one of the most ambitious climate initiatives by a major U.S. city, positioning Los Angeles as a leader in urban sustainability and environmental protection. The plan aligns with global efforts to address climate change while promoting economic growth through green technology and infrastructure development.

The initiative demonstrates a significant shift in urban planning policy, particularly in a city historically dominated by car culture. By focusing on sustainable transportation alternatives and improved building standards, the plan aims to create a more environmentally conscious and livable Los Angeles for future generations.

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