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Waterloo launches energy management plan in January of 2008
The City of Waterloo spent approximately $3 million in 2007 on utility costs. As energy costs continue to rise, the development of an energy management program is necessary to address the environmental, social and regulatory changes taking place. The City of Waterloo is committed to showcasing leadership in reducing energy costs and implementing energy efficient measures in a systematic fashion where cost-effective within City facilities.
In January 2008, the City of Waterloo approved an Energy Management Program and set a goal to reduce energy use and greenhouse gas emissions by 30% from its 2004 levels within two years of implementation.
In addition to the energy management plan, other energy efficiency programs and initiatives exist at the City of Waterloo including: Training and Awareness, the Mayor Megawatt Challenge, Waterloo Memorial Recreation Complex Energy Audit, the Arenas Collaborative Project, LEED certification, the Sustainable Communities – Archetypes, the Voluntary Blackout Day, Earth Hour and the EcoActions Team.
Energy Conservation Week - May 17 to May 23
Energy Conservation Week is a provincial initiative which promotes the power of collective action when it comes to reducing our energy consumption. The Association of Municipalities of Ontario (AMO) is a co-ordinating partner with the Ontario Power Authority, the Ontario Ministry of Energy and Infrastructure, the Independent Electricity System Operator, the Electricity Distributors Assocation and Hydro One.
Waterloo is asking the community to participate in Energy Conservation Week by taking a personal online pledge to reduce individual energy consumption. Please visit www.energyconservationweek.ca for 100 different ways to conserve energy at home, school and work.
Count Every Killowatt Day - May 29
A special focus of the Energy Conservation Week, is Thursday May 29th which is “Count Every Killowatt Day” in the province of Ontario. The day is intended to demonstrate the power of individual initiatives on the province's conservation goals.
For tips on how you can reduce energy consumption not only during Energy Conservation Week and Count Every Killowatt Day, but everyday, please visit the Energy Conservation Week website, or check out the City of Waterloo's tips on reducing energy in the office as well as at home.
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