- Significant costs associated with achieving net-zero GHG emissions by 2035.
- Need for new funding solutions beyond existing sources.
City of San Diego
Greenhouse gas emissions & sustainability report data
Figures are as stated in the company's own report and may use different boundaries, units or methods (for example market-based vs location-based Scope 2), so compare with care.
📈 Emissions by Report Period
| Report period | Headline emissions figure reported |
|---|---|
| 2022 | 8.55 MMTCO2e |
| 2020 | 9.6M metric tons of CO2e (2019) |
| 2019-2022 | 8.6M tCO2e/year (2022) |
Each row is the headline figure extracted from a different report; scope coverage and methodology can change between years.
✅ Reported Environmental Achievements
- Introduced a new Organic Waste Recycling program for all city residents.
- Prohibition of most polystyrene foam containers within the City starting April 1, 2023.
🎯 Climate & Sustainability Targets
🔜 Short-term
- Reduce natural gas use by 45% in existing buildings by 2030.
- Achieve 100% renewable or GHG-free power for all San Diego Community Power customers in the City by 2030.
📅 Medium-term
- Reduce natural gas use by 90% in existing buildings by 2035.
- Achieve 100% renewable or GHG-free power for all San Diego Community Power customers in the City by 2035.
🔭 Long-term
- Net-zero greenhouse gas emissions by 2035.
🌱 ESG Focus Areas
Climate ChangeSocial EquityGovernance