Haverford Township's Commitment to Climate Change

Haverford Township has recognized the threat of climate change. The threat is real and it is already costing lives and billions of dollars in government and taxpayer expenses due to increasing frequency and severity of flooding, wildfires and severe weather events (add reference). Haverford’s actions to reduce greenhouse gas emissions have saved money and reduced your taxes. 

Climate Action Plan 2008: Haverford Township first recognized the threat of climate change and developed a Climate Action Plan in 2008.  The Township operations met these initial goals and our actions have reduced operating cost and your taxes.  Residents and businesses have not met these goals, suggesting that most people do not yet recognize the threat or understand that reducing carbon emissions can reduce their energy expenses - or they fail to act on that knowledge.  

October 2018: Haverford commissioners approved a resolution to transition Haverford Township to 100% zero carbon renewable power by 2035 and zero carbon transportation and heating by 2050 (Ready for 100). 

Haverford’s climate measures include: 

• Replacing streetlights with LEDs
• Switching to no carbon Nuclear energy (at no additional cost)
• Purchasing two propane / dual fuel pickup trucks
• Installing public and township fleet electric vehicle charging stations
• Purchasing 2 EVs for Parking Enforcement and Recreation Depts.
• Earning Gold status for Sustainable Pennsylvania Community Certification!
• Earning Bronze status for the U.S. DOE SolSmart Certification Program!
• Subsidizing backyard compost bins
• Small electronics 24/7 drop-off bins at Township building