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Question 1: Were you aware that the City of Charlotte adopted a Strategic Energy Action Plan (SEAP) in 2018 with goals to:

Source 100% of municipal energy use in buildings and fleet from zero carbon sources by 2030, AND

Become a low carbon city by 2050, emitting less than 2 tons of carbon dioxide equivalent per person?

Very Aware
Aware
Somewhat Aware
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Question 2: Below are the Strategic Energy Action plan's adopted focus areas.
How familiar are you with these focus areas?

Buildings: Improve energy efficiency in residential, commercial, and municipal buildings.

Transportation: Transition to clean and efficient transportation options, including electric vehicles and public transit.

Energy Generation: Increase the use of renewable energy sources, such as solar energy, and reduce reliance on fossil fuels.

Workforce Development: Foster a green workforce by providing training and job opportunities in the clean energy sector.

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Question 3: The SEAP addresses Greenhouse Gas emissions and their impact on climate through the focus areas listed above. Based on this aim, are there additional areas of focus to consider?

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Question 4: What is your level of understanding concerning the impact of Greenhouse Gas emissions?

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Familiar
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Question 5: Which of these areas do you think the city should prioritize when considering revising action areas for a SEAP update (Pick your top 3).

Improving overall quality of life
Improving access to sustainable modes of transportation
Improving air quality
Ensuring climate resiliency through both technology and nature based solutions
Developing a clean energy economic hub
Reducing energy consumption
Creating equitable access to new, energy-efficient technologies, programs, and initiatives
Developing clean energy workforce training opportunities
Other:
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Question 6: Do you believe your individual actions contribute to Charlotte's ability to reach its goals?

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No
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Question 7: What actions do you take to promote sustainability and reduce energy use at home? Please select all that apply.

Adjusting thermostat
Converting appliances from gas to electric
Turning off electronics when note in use.
Switching out old fluorescent bulbs for LED bulbs.
Installing solar panels.
Using cold water for laundry.
Insulating and weatherproofing your home
Recycling
Purchasing local produce
Adopting a minimal/zero waste lifestyle
Planting native plants and trees
Composting
Using reusable bags whenever possible.
Using efficient utilities and hardware
Reducing meat consumption
Other
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Question 8: What actions do you take to promote sustainable transportation? Please select all that apply.

Biking
Carpooling
Limiting travel
Using public transit
Using a scooter
Using a hybrid or electric vehicle
Walking
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Question 9: What actions would you like to know more about to improve sustainability at home?

Sustainable housing upgrades
Ways to reduce energy use
Planting native plants and trees
Maintaining trees
Sustainable transportation options in Charlotte
Solar energy use for my home
Composting
Reducing waste
Other
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Question 10: Transitioning from sustainability and energy use to climate risks, on a scale of 1 to 5, 1 being not concerned at all and 5 being extremely concerned, how would you rate your level of concern for the following climate hazards impacting Charlotte?

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Question 11: On a scale of 1 to 5, 1 being not frequent at all, and 5 being extremely frequent, how frequent have you experienced the following climate hazards in Charlotte?

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Question 12: Climate risk is defined as: the potential for negative impacts resulting from climate change, including the likelihood of extreme weather events, rising temperatures, sea-level rise, and other long-term changes in climate patterns. Thinking about recent extreme weather events in Charlotte, select the top three climate-related impacts you are most concerned about.

Transportation disruptions
Power outages
Personal health impacts
Damage to personal property
Higher utility bills
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Question 13: If you have experienced any of these and would be willing to participate in a focused conversation about your experience, please share your email address below.

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Question 14: Please share your level of agreement with the following statement: "The City of Charlotte has a role to play to promote sustainability for all residents."

Strongly Agree
Agree
Neutral
Disagree
Strongly Disagree
Don't Know/No Opinion
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Question 15: Please share your level of agreement with the following statement: "The City of Charlotte is leading the way to address the issues of climate change and sustainability."

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Agree
Neutral
Disagree
Strongly Disagree
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Question 16: What additional actions do you feel the City of Charlotte should take to promote sustainability, equitable climate action, both in municipal operations and community-wide?

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Question 17: What is your residential Zip Code?

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Question 18: What is your age?

Under 18,
18-24
25-34
35-44
45-54
55-64
65+
Prefer not to answer
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Question 19: What is your gender identity?

Male
Female
Transgender
Non-Binary/Non-Conforming
Prefer not to answer
Other
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Question 20: What is your race and/or ethnicity? Please select all that apply.

American Indian or Alaska Native
Asian
Hawaiian or Pacific Islander
Black or African American
Hispanic or Latinx
White
Mixed Race
Prefer not to answer
Other
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Question 21: What is your household income?

Under $25,000
$25,000 - $34,999
$35,000 - $49,999
$50,000 - $74,999
$75,000 - $99,999
$100,000 - $149,999
$150,000 - $199,999
$200,000 - $249,999
$250,000+
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Question 22: Do you rent or own your home?

Own
Rent
Other
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Register for our Charlotte SEAP Community Launch Event

Join us on Thursday, November 21, 2024 at 5:30 p.m. at the ​Innovation Barn located at 932 Seigle Ave, Charlotte, NC 28205 to learn about the SEAP update and network with leaders making a difference towards Charlotte’s sustainability and resiliency goals. Register here.