Indicator 5
Description This indicator measures the GHG emissions per capita that are created and emitted into the atmosphere.
Data Source: TBD – Potential sources include local environmental agencies / national databases tracking environmental impact assessments.
Updated Frequency: TBD upon finalizing data source and data collection practices.
Policy Area: Natural Living Systems
Purpose: To evaluate the effectiveness of local and regional environmental policies and practices in reducing GHG emissions. It is a vital measure of community progress toward sustainability goals and helps guide decisions to further lower the carbon footprint.
Current Trends: The analysis will focus on tracking changes in per capita emissions over time to evaluate the effectiveness of interventions and adaptations aimed at reducing GHG emissions.