GHG emissions from buildings make up 21% of the City of Charlotetown’s corporate emissions and are responsible for 40% of emissions across the community. As a result, increasing building energy efficiency is a key focus of this Plan. Simultaneously, property damage is known to be one of the major impacts of climate change. With this, it is important that property owners take steps to protect homes and businesses.
Goals
4.1 Enhance the climate resiliency of residential, commercial, and municipal buildings
4.2 Leverage land use policies and programs to advance low carbon. resilient upgrades and development
4.3 Improve energy efficiency in residential, commercial, and heritage buildings.
4.4 Improve energy efficiency in municipal buildings and facilities