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Take the One Tonne Challenge
Every year, each Canadian produces an average of over five tonnes of greenhouse gases. The One Tonne Challenge calls on you to reduce your individual greenhouse gas (GHG) emissions by 20%, or one tonne, by using less energy, conserving water and resources, and reducing waste.
Get an EnerGuide for Houses assessment
The EnerGuide for Houses evaluation service provides homeowners with information on energy-efficient improvements for their homes. Grants are available to homeowners who complete energy efficiency retrofits based on their EnerGuide for Houses advisors' recommendations.
Invest in a programmable thermostat
Programmable thermostats are inexpensive to buy, easy to install and an excellent way to reduce your energy bill. They automatically change the temperature of your house to coincide with your household's schedule. Remember, for every 1°C that you lower your thermostat, you save 2% on your heating bill.
Don't idle your vehicle
Idling for ten minutes a day can produce about a quarter tonne of CO2 emissions each year and cost you about $70 in wasted fuel.
Use your vehicle's air conditioning sparingly
Using your air conditioner in stop-and-go traffic can increase fuel consumption by as much as 20%.
Carpool
According to Environment Canada, overall transportation represents the largest single source of Canada's greenhouse gas emissions, accounting for 27% of the total. Carpooling is a simple way to take part in the climate change challenge while saving money, reducing congestion, reducing stress and conserving energy along the way.
Organize a Walking School Bus
A Walking School Bus is two or more families, traveling to or from school together for safety. It combines healthy exercise with hands-on street proofing lessons and reduced greenhouse gas emissions. If just nine families participate regularly in a Walking School Bus, they can collectively prevent almost 1,000 kg of greenhouse gases from being released into the atmosphere.
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