Carnegie Climate Action Survey

Carnegie Climate Action Survey

As part of a free program offered by the Commonwealth of Pennsylvania, the Borough of Carnegie is developing a greenhouse gas inventory and Climate Action Plan. The Climate Action Plan will help us understand the sources of greenhouse gas emissions in our community and develop strategies to minimize our carbon footprint. The Borough is seeking input from community members to help guide the Climate Action Plan.
Your participation in this survey is an important part of this process and we appreciate your response. This survey should take about 10 minutes to complete.
Are you a resident or owner of a business in the Borough of Carnegie?*

ResidentBusiness OwnerBoth Resident and Business OwnerOther
Other, please explain
How concerned are you about the potential effects of climate change?*

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5

1 is Not Concerned, 5 is Very Concerned
How important is taking action on climate change to you?*

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1 is Not Concerned, 5 is Very Concerned
Please list any particular concerns you have relating to climate change and the potential effects on our community.

Individual Actions - Energy use in buildings is the largest source of carbon emissions in the Borough of Carnegie. Please indicate how interested you are in each of the following climate action strategies for your home or business related to energy (assume non-pandemic conditions).

	I already do this	Very Interested	Somewhat Interested	Not Interested	Don't know / Need more info
Switch to an electricity supplier that sources electricity from clean energy sources (e.g. wind, solar)
Have an energy audit or evaluation
Install high efficiency heating or cooling
Seal air leaks, upgrade insulation, or install energy conserving windows
Change light bulbs to LEDs
Install high efficiency appliances (water heater, refrigerator, etc.)
Replace gas appliances with electric ones
Install solar panels
Modify behavior (adjust thermostat, wash clothes on cold, etc.)

Anything else you would like the Borough to know about your thoughts on energy use (explain below).

Energy use from transportation, water treatment, and waste management also contribute to Carnegie's carbon footprint. Please indicate your interest in the following climate action strategies (assume non-pandemic conditions):

	I already do this	Very interested	Somewhat interested	Not interested	Don't know / Need more info
Bike to work / school
Carpool to work / school
Take the bus to work / school
Drive an electric vehicle
Work at home / remotely
Compost food waste
Grow your own food / buy local produce.
Recycle
Install low-flow toilets, faucets and showerheads to reduce water use
Modify behavior (take shorter showers, avoid watering landscaping etc.)

Anything else you would like the Borough to know about your thoughts on transportation, waste management, or water use?

What in your opinion is the biggest barrier to reducing your carbon footprint?

	#1	#2	#3
Cost
Lack of Information
Time, effort, or inconvenience

Other:

Community Actions - Please give your opinion of the following statements about the Borough of Carnegie as a community:

	Strongly Agree	Somewhat Agree	Neutral	Somewhat Disagree	Strongly Disagree
Carnegie residents, businesses, and government should make building improvements to conserve energy.
Our community should prepare for climate-related risks such as extreme weather.
Carnegie's homes, businesses, and government buildings should run on carbon free energy.
Our community should reduce fossil fuel related pollution and improve our air quality.
Our community should make sure that vulnerable populations (e.g. low income residents, people with disabilities, marginalized groups) are prioritized when developing climate action strategies.
Carnegie should protect and enhance our existing trees and green spaces.

Government Actions - Assuming no tax increase or additional cost to residents how should Carnegie Borough Council prioritize various strategies to reduce greenhouse gas emissions and adapt to climate change?

	High Priority	Medium Priority	Low Priority
Switch the Borough's electricity supplier to one that provides energy from 100% renewable sources such as wind and solar.
Work with regional partners to improve alternative transportation infrastructure (e.g. bike lanes, bus routes).
Reduce energy use in Borough-owned buildings.
Install solar panels on a Borough-owned building or property if feasible.
Install electric vehicle charging station(s) in the Borough for public use (for a fee).
Help connect property owners with businesses or organizations that provide energy audits or efficiency services.
Facilitate workshops for residents on energy efficiency or sustainability topics.
Provide more comprehensive recycling and/or composting options.
Upgrade infrastructure to reduce the impact of extreme weather events.
Provide financial assistance or incentives for residents or business owners to reduce their energy use and greenhouse gas emissions.
Protect existing trees and plant new trees in parks or other Borough controlled property.
Update the Borough's shade tree ordinance to better protect our existing mature trees.
Implement a rain garden maintenance plan for East and West Main Street parking lots, dog park, skatepark, and future locations.

Please share your ideas of how Carnegie Borough government, residents, or businesses can reduce greenhouse gas emissions and prepare for the effects of climate change. (no idea is too big or too small!)
How did you find out about this survey? (check all that apply)

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