First Name | Richard H. |
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Last Name | Rosenthal |
Email Address | rrosenthal62@sbcglobal.net |
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Subject | AB 32 Scoping Plan: Do not reduce high expectations |
Comment | I am concerned that the industry blow back regarding strict inititatives to reduce greenhouse gas emissions will move the board in the wrong direction in developing a scoping plan. In particular please consider the following: *Global warming is the challenge of our generation. Meeting this challenge requires fundamental changes in the way we grow our communities. *CARB should raise the land use target in the AB 32 Scoping Plan from 5 million metric tons of C02 equivalent (MMT) to 11-14 MMT. *As shown by the analysis of Dr. Reid Ewing and Dr. Arthur C. Nelson, the 5 MMT target is based upon models that are widely acknowledged to underestimate the benefits of dense, mixed-use development, while the higher target is achievable with policies California is already considering. Setting a higher target for the land use sector will signal to the world that new land use patterns are a high priority in the fight against global warming. Conversely, a low target will send the signal that business-as-usual development should continue, and that land use reform is a low priority for California. *A higher target must be coupled with a commitment to provide financial resources, technical assistance, and other support to help regions, local governments, and transportation agencies achieve the target. Thank you for considering these issues |
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Date and Time Comment Was Submitted | 2008-12-08 12:16:49 |
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