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City of Taft 

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“For the City of Taft, we have defined sustainability as aligning our built environment and socioeconomic activities with the natural systems that support life. Sustainability is the term we use to show how Taft will balance the various interests and needs of our existing and future residents and maintain or enhance our quality of life.” The Taft Independent

About Taft 
  • Incorporated: 1910
  • Population: 9,327 (2010) 
  • Location: 30 miles West/ Southwest of Bakersfield
  • Elevation: 955 feet
  • Area: 11 square miles
Climate Action Activities 
  • 2017 Climate Action Plan
Climate Action Resources 
Awards 

Agency Energy Savings

Agency Natural Gas Savings

Agency Greenhouse Gas Reductions

Community Greenhouse Gas Reductions

Sustainability Best Practices

Related Files

Taft City Council Resolution