The city and county are two of 112 local governments worldwide receiving top score from the environmental impact non-profit

Boulder County and the City of Boulder were recognized as two of 112 local governments across the globe taking bold leadership on climate action and data transparency, receiving A List status for 2024 from CDP.

CDP, an international non-profit, reviews local governments’ climate work across the globe every year. This review aims to support and recognize cities and counties leading the way on emissions reductions and climate data transparency.

Over 80% of communities worldwide, including Boulder County and the City of Boulder, face significant hazards from climate change, like flooding, extreme heat, and drought. Through the A List, CDP recognizes and celebrates the efforts of many of these local communities, all of whom face their own unique climate and economic challenges, to drive down emissions and build resilience.

“Local action plays a critical role in tackling the climate crisis, especially when so many local governments and organizations are at risk of losing federal support for climate and public health work,” said Boulder County Commissioner Ashley Stolzmann. “Boulder County is proud to lead innovative and impactful climate work with the generous support of our community. Recognitions like CDP’s A List demonstrate that we are on the right track.”

“It’s an honor for Boulder to once again be recognized as a CDP A List city,” said Jonathan Koehn, director of the city’s Climate Initiatives Department. “As local governments, we have a responsibility to act on the climate crisis with urgency and transparency. Thoughtfully tracking our progress and openly sharing data not only helps us refine our strategies but also builds community trust and fosters collaboration with cities around the world. Together, we can drive the systems-level change needed to address the root causes of climate change.”

About CDP’s A List

Collecting high-quality climate and emissions data, and being transparent with that data, allows both local decision-makers and private sector actors to manage their impacts, build resilience, and guide local policy and programming.

To earn a spot on the A List, local governments must publish high-quality data and use that data to drive meaningful climate action. Activities that CDP looks for when selecting their A List members include:

  • conducting a climate emissions inventory,
  • publishing a climate action plan,
  • completing a climate risk and vulnerability assessment, and
  • committing to specific climate goals.

To view the full list of recognized governments in 2024, visit the CDP website.

Setting a High Standard as a Region

A total of six local governments in Colorado received A List status, the second highest of any state in the U.S. The State of Colorado earned one of only two A List ratings in its category.

About CDP

CDP is a global non-profit that runs the world’s environmental disclosure system for companies, cities, states and regions. Over 24,000 organizations, and nearly 1,000 cities, states, and regions, disclosed data through CDP in 2024.

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