Eastham Climate Action Plan

The Town of Eastham is partnering with the Cape Cod Commission to develop a municipal climate action plan. The Eastham Climate Action Plan will serve as a vital tool for the Town and its residents, guiding local actions, priorities, and investments.

Draft Climate Action Plan
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Draft Climate Action Plan

The Cape Cod Commission and the Town of Eastham have released the draft Eastham Climate Action Plan for a 30-day public comment period. The draft plan was developed through extensive community engagement and a review of existing plans and best practices, with input from full- and part-time residents, business owners, local organizations, municipal staff, and partners. It integrates climate mitigation, adaptation, and resilience across five focus areas, Buildings, Energy, Transportation, Natural Resources, and Community. Feedback gathered during the public comment period will be used to inform the final draft of the plan.

The draft Eastham Climate Action Plan is now available for public review and comment.

View the Plan
View the Executive Summary

Public comments can be submitted through the following methods:

Online public comment form
Email: public.comment@capecodcommission.org
Mail: Cape Cod Commission, attn. Helaine Goudreau, 3225 Main Street, PO Box 226, Barnstable MA 02630-0226
Phone: 508-362-3828
Fax: 508-362-3136

Paper copies of the draft plan will be available at Eastham Town Hall, Eastham Senior Center, and the Eastham Public Library.

Comments will be accepted until February 28, 2026.

Background

Eastham marshes from Fort Hill

Situated along the eastern coast of Cape Cod, Eastham boasts approximately 29 miles of diverse coastline, providing residents and visitors with access to a variety of coastal landscapes. Eastham faces significant challenges from climate change, and these impacts are expected to threaten residential properties, critical infrastructure, local ecosystems, and the economy. To address these challenges, the Town of Eastham partnered with the Cape Cod Commission to develop a municipal climate action plan, which will create a comprehensive roadmap for addressing climate change at the local level and serve as a vital tool for all members of the community to take action, prioritize efforts, and allocate resources.

Community Engagement

A robust community engagement process informed Eastham Climate Action Plan. This included two community workshops, a series of community pop-ups, focus groups, and interviews.