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GHG Reduction Targets Endorsement
First seen: December 14, 2021
Last seen: December 14, 2021
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December 14, 2021Council
Full RecordingCommunity Climate Action Strategy - Public Engagement Summary and Greenhouse Gas Targets
Council endorsed ambitious new community greenhouse gas reduction targets: 45% reduction by 2030 and 100% reduction (net zero) by 2050, consistent with international climate goals.
"Council acknowledged the ambitious nature of the targets and the significant community changes required, noting that reaching net zero would necessitate provincial support and changes to buildings and transportation. Staff clarified that achieving the goal via carbon offsets would cost approximately $1.8 million annually, making actual reductions preferable."
Formal MotionPassed
"THAT the Committee recommend to Council that greenhouse gas reduction targets be endorsed to reduce community greenhouse gas emissions by: 1. 45% from 2007 levels by 2030; and 2. 100% from 2007 levels by 2050."
Moved by: David Screech
Seconded by: John Rogers
John Rogers
Gery Lemon
Damian Kowalewich
Ron Mattson
David Screech