Mar 21, 2024StrategicPlan
BoardAmerican Samoa Environmental Protection Agency Priority Climate Action Plan 2023-2024
This Priority Climate Action Plan identifies near-term, high-priority measures to reduce greenhouse gas (GHG) emissions in American Samoa. The plan focuses on strategic actions within the Electricity Generation and Transportation sectors, primarily through the American Samoa Power Authority (ASPA) and American Samoa Telecommunication Authority (ASTCA). Key initiatives include transitioning to renewable energy sources, replacing vehicle fleets with electric and more efficient alternatives, and establishing EV charging infrastructure. The intended outcomes are significant GHG reductions, improved air quality, enhanced public health, increased energy resilience, economic growth, and job creation.