Greening Regional Operations
The Region has developed several programs to reduce the environmental impact and costs associated with municipal operations while supporting key goals and targets, including those associated with Durham’s low carbon pathway.
| Climate Mitigation Reserve Fund |
| In June 2020, Regional Council approved an investment plan for a $5 million climate initiatives reserve fund. Approved investments include:
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| Energy Conservation and Demand Management |
The Region of Durham reports our corporate energy use and greenhouse gas emissions every year to the Provincial Government. These reports outline how much energy we consumed in the year. We release these reports to comply with the Electricity Act and Ontario Regulation 507/18.
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| Waste Management |
| Learn more about Waste Management in Durham Region. |
| Corporate Low Carbon Fleet Strategy |
Durham Region is taking steps to decarbonize its vehicle fleets, including our Works vehicles, Durham Region Transit, Durham Region Police and Paramedics vehicles. Read below for more information on our actions to date and plans moving forward:
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