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Milwaukee County Commits to Paris Agreement, Targets 50% Emissions Cut

4/2/2026

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Milwaukee County officials reaffirmed their commitment to the 2015 Paris climate agreement by signing a resolution on April 1, 2026.
County Executive David Crowley said the county will continue to lead on climate action regardless of federal policy changes.
The county targets a 50% emissions reduction by 2030 and has achieved a 46% reduction since 2005, but a $400 million plan for carbon neutrality by 2050 faces budget-related challenges.

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Milwaukee County officials reaffirmed their commitment to the 2015 Paris climate agreement by signing a resolution on April 1, 2026.
County Executive David Crowley said the county will continue to lead on climate action regardless of federal policy changes.
The county targets a 50% emissions reduction by 2030 and has achieved a 46% reduction since 2005, but a $400 million plan for carbon neutrality by 2050 faces budget-related challenges.