What are the 'Big Moves' for Creston?

In order to meet BCs legislated targets of 40% below 2007 levels by 2030, 60% by 2040, and 80% by 2050, the Town of Creston’s emissions need to decrease significantly. The Creston Climate Action Plan focuses on transportation, buildings & infrastructure, waste, leadership & education, and adaptation & resiliency to reach these targets.

Transportation

  • Encourage the development of compact and walkable neighborhoods that provide access to essential services and amenities, reducing the reliance on automobiles
  • Increase vehicle sharing opportunities, expand public transportation options, and implement active transportation orientated planning
  • Shift towards vehicle electrification

Buildings & Infrastructure

  • Increase the use of renewable energy sources in new and existing buildings and infrastructure
  • Reduce energy demand in buildings and infrastructure through community design, green buildings, and energy efficient technology
  • Increase heat recovery to heat buildings and water

Waste

  • Utilize products designed for a longer and higher quality of life and that have a lower carbon footprint through production processes
  • Promote a circular economy by supporting a system where resources are used for as long as possible, and waste is minimized through reuse and recycling
  • Recover energy from waste through processes that produce heat and other, harnessable by-products

Leadership & Education

  • Foster collaborative efforts with strong ethical behaviour and a culture of learning
  • Promote truthful and reliable information while working to increase awareness among diverse community groups
  • Demonstrate accountability by prioritizing long-term, environmentally-friendly practices that reduce GHG emissions and contribute to a healthier and more resilient community

Adaptation & Resiliency

  • Develop adaptation strategies to prepare for the evolving impacts of climate change
  • Create and implement resiliency plans to withstand the impacts of climate change
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