The City of Key West held a community workshop to discuss the development of its first ten-year energy resilience and cost savings plan. The workshop aimed to inform residents about the draft plan, which focuses on increasing energy and water efficiency, expanding electric vehicle use, and promoting solar energy adoption across city-owned buildings, commercial, and residential sectors. The city is collaborating with national labs and sustainability networks through the US Department of Energy's ETIP program to enhance energy resilience tailored to local needs. Key challenges addressed include vulnerability to power disruptions, high energy consumption, and climate-related risks such as flooding and heat waves. The plan also emphasizes community engagement through upcoming in-person workshops to gather feedback and refine strategies, including the establishment of resilience hubs like the Frederick Douglass Community Center to support emergency preparedness and recovery.

Community Energy Workshop – Join the Conversation at our “In-Person” Workshop!