Los Angeles Mayor Eric Garcetti unveiled a comprehensive sustainability plan dubbed the "Green New Deal," targeting ambitious environmental changes across the city's transportation, infrastructure, and air quality sectors.

The plan aims to dramatically reduce the city's reliance on fossil fuels by phasing out gas-powered vehicles. By 2028, Garcetti proposes that 80% of vehicles should run on electricity or zero-emission fuel, coinciding with Los Angeles hosting the Olympic Games.


Key initiatives include:

• Converting city vehicles to zero-emission models
• Installing EV charging stations widely across Los Angeles
• Implementing significant building efficiency upgrades
• Expanding public transportation infrastructure
• Improving air quality through emissions reduction

The sustainability plan represents one of the most aggressive local efforts to combat climate change in the United States, positioning Los Angeles as a leader in environmental policy reform. This initiative aligns with global efforts to reduce carbon emissions and create more sustainable urban environments.

The proposal has garnered both support from environmental activists and scrutiny from critics concerned about implementation costs and timeline feasibility. However, Garcetti maintains that these changes are essential for the city's future environmental and economic health.

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