Climate Change Data

Environmental Metrics

ESG Focus Areas

• Environmental
• Social
• Governance

Environmental Achievements

• Intends to achieve LEED certification for the project. LEED strategies include use of locally sourced materials, recycled building materials, low-flow plumbing fixtures, reflective roofing, and glazing to reduce energy consumption.

Social Achievements

• The MSRF would replace outdated and inadequate facilities and reduce overcrowding, reducing potential risks associated with overcrowding (assaults, lawsuits, etc.).
• The project would enable the Sheriff’s Office to carry out its mission to protect life and property and preserve public peace.

Governance Achievements

• The proposed jail must meet the Minimum Standards for Local Detention Facilities as contained in Title 24, Part 1, Section 13-102 and Part 2, Section 470A of the California Code of Regulations (CCR). The Corrections Standards Authority will review the project’s architectural plans for conformance with these standards.

Climate Goals & Targets

Environmental Challenges

• Overcrowding in existing correctional facilities (operating at 132-144% of capacity).
• Outdated and inadequate facilities.
• Soil and groundwater contamination at 70 Chemical Way, requiring RWQCB and DTSC approval.
• Potential for soil gas migration requiring a soil vapor extraction system.
• Portion of the site within the 100-year floodplain.
• Potential for increased flooding due to sea level rise.

Mitigation Strategies

• Construction of a 768-bed Maple Street Replacement Facility (MSRF).
• Site Management Plan (SMP) to address soil and groundwater contamination.
• Passive vapor extraction control system to manage soil gas migration.
• Raising portions of the site with fill to mitigate flooding.
• Design and construction measures to mitigate seismic hazards (ground shaking, liquefaction).
• Design measures to mitigate increased flooding risks associated with sea level rise.

Supply Chain Management

Climate-Related Risks & Opportunities

Physical Risks

• Flooding due to sea level rise

Reporting Standards

Frameworks Used: CEQA