Excessive energy consumption is a worldwide problem, with significant environmental consequences including climate change, which is the result of the greenhouse gas emissions related to this consumption.  Climate change is expected to have a negative impact on weather, fresh water supplies, forests, ecosystems, human health and economies globally. In order to curb these impacts, we need to drastically reduce our GHG emissions and slow the current warming trend.

The threat of climate change, and the need for energy conservation strategies to fight it, is now a common public concern.  A recent Toronto Green Community  market research survey revealed not only that participants’ are most concerned about climate change, but also that most want an increase in energy conservation programs.

The City of Toronto has set targets for greenhouse gas emission reductions for the urban area, based on 1990 levels. They are: 6% by 2012, which will meet the target outlined in the Kyoto Protocol; 30% by 2020; and 80% by 2050.  These targets cannot be met without the dedication and determination of Toronto’s citizens.

That’s where we come in. TGC is dedicated to helping communities reduce their energy conservation through various initiatives.  To find out about what we’re doing, and what you can do to help Toronto meet its Kyoto targets, check out the following links: 

TGC Energy Programs: 

• Community Energy Action Plan
• Solar Water Heating Program 

General Energy Conservation Information:

• Five Pillars of Energy Conservation
• Facts about Energy Conservation
• Home Energy Audit
• Financial Incentives
• Energy Resources