Merced County Climate Action Plan Survey

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* 1. Which environmental area should the County focus its resources on? Please choose four.

Efficiency upgrades for buildings to reduce energy use for heating, cooling, & lighting

Local renewable energy sources such as solar, wind, etc.

Driverless transportation focused on carpooling and ride sharing

Electric vehicle (EV) charging stations

Bike paths and sidewalks for pedestrians

Water conservation

Waste reduction and recycling

Landscapes, parks, and open space

Prevention of storm water and creek pollution

Flood prevention

Climate adaptation (drought preparedness, cooling centers for heat waves, etc.)

Agriculture sustainability (water/fertilizer efficiency, dairy digesters, electrification)

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* 2. Which of the following climate-related hazards are you most concerned about locally? Please choose two.

Increased temperatures and heat waves

Increased wildfire

Flooding and more severe rainstorms

Mudslides and landslides

Drought

Poor air quality

Other (please specify)

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* 3. Which of the following areas are you most concerned about being impacted by the climate-related hazards listed in the previous question? Please choose two.

Public health

Agriculture

Water availability

Home and property values

Well-being of future generations

Economy of Merced community

Public Infrastructure (roads, bridges, dams, etc.)

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* 4. Which of the following actions have you taken or would consider taking to reduce your ENERGY USAGE at your residence?

Install a high-efficiency heating and air conditioning system

Seal air leaks in walls, windows, ducts, etc.

Install a high-efficiency water heater

Plant shade trees

Change light bulbs to energy-efficient models such as LEDs

Replace appliances with energy-efficient models

Upgrade your home’s insulation

Install solar panels

Install high-efficiency, double-pane windows

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* 5. Which of the following actions have you taken or would consider taking to reduce your WATER USAGE at your residence?

Install water-conserving faucets and shower heads

Replace older toilets with new low-flow models

Adjust timers or install a new water-efficient irrigation system

Replace lawns with drought-resistant plants

Modify the length of showers to conserve water

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* 6. What is your primary mode of transportation?

Personal car

Carpool

Walk

Bike

Bus

Labor pool

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* 7. If you use a personal car as your primary mode of transportation, what are some of the main reasons for this choice? Please choose up to three.

Quickest travel time

Convenience

Feeling of greater safety

Public transit is not close enough to my home

Public transit is not close enough to my work

Limited infrastructure (i.e., not enough sidewalks, bike lanes)

Other (please specify)

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* 8. What is your zip code?

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* 9. What is your age?

17 and Under

18-25

25-34

35-54

55-64

65+

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* 10. Please share any additional ideas or comments about how Merced County can meet our goal of protecting human health and our environment:

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* 11. If you are interested in learning more about ways you can help increase the environmental sustainability of Merced County, please include your contact information below:

Name

Email Address

Phone Number