A recorded webinar that explores the relationship between climate change and health, and also opportunities for communities to reduce the impacts of climate change.

Program and Actions to Address Extreme Heat

A list of programs and grants addressing climate change.

5 Steps Guide CAG

5 steps to effectively communicate climate change amongst the community for a positive outlook.

Racial Equity Amplification Tool for Climate Action

The Alameda County Racial Equity Amplification Tool is a tool intended to support local governments in climate planning processes. The tool helps project groups start to discuss how to account for and include groups affected by projects.

U.S. Climate Resilience Toolkit

The Options Database lets you explore resilience-building solutions that other communities have considered. It lists more than 1000 options tied to specific hazards and assets; options were compiled from recent Climate Adaptation and Resilience Plans published in the United States.

Environment ( e.g. Green House, Gas Reduction)

SB 1000 Equity Toolkit

Senate Bill 1000 (SB 1000), signed into law in 2016, aims to integrate environmental justice into the planning process. It requires local governments to identify and address environmental justice issues with specific policies.

BARHII’S Climate Justice Health Guide

A series of five short guides that include information on the environmental and benefits of climate change action.

Just Transition Framework

A list of programs and grants addressing climate change.

Active Transportation

Regional Climate Adaptation Toolkit

The Western Riverside Council of Governments (WRCOG) and San Bernardino County Transportation Agency (SBCTA) developed a Regional Climate Adaptation Toolkit to assist local jurisdictions in planning for climate adaption and resiliency for transportation infrastructure and overall community resilience at the local level.

California Safe Speeds Toolkit

This toolkit supports California Local jurisdictions in setting safer speed limits using safe system principles. Based on the Zero Traffic Fatalities Task Force (ZTFTF) work, it consolidates research from the ZTFTF Research Synthesis by the University of California Institute of Transportation Studies, outlines speed limit-setting options within California’s current framework, showcases case studies from cities across the state, and provides guidance on next steps for implementing safe speed limits.

Infrastructure and Built Environment

Building Resilient Infrastructure and Communities (BRIC)

The Building Resilient Infrastructure and Communities (BRIC) program helps states, local governments, tribes, and territories reduce their hazard risks. It focuses on building community capability and capacity while encouraging innovation. BRIC also supports the growth of partnerships, and infrastructure projects, and promotes flexibility and consistency.

Community Action Plan

The Community Action Guides are a framework for communities to create future character and independent identity. The CAG focuses more on community self-reliance, grassroots action, and implementation.

Chronic Disease

California Chronic Disease Prevention Leadership Project

The California Chronic Disease Prevention Leadership Project is a partnership between local and state public health leaders in California, focused on preventing Chronic diseases and addressing related disparities.

Complete Streets

California Chronic Disease Prevention Leadership Project

The Toolbox, developed with input from diverse Caltrans stakeholders, translates statewide policies into practical concepts for implementing Complete Streets. It offers a curated selection of roadway elements for prioritizing multi-modal travel on the State Highway System. This toolbox guides project staff planners, managers, engineers, designers, etc.