In this issue, learn more about energy benchmarking, grants for greening projects, and more.

Vancouver Energy & Emissions Reporting

Energize Vancouver is a multi-year initiative aimed at reducing carbon pollution from existing commercial and multi-family buildings; and accelerating the shift to healthier, more resilient buildings and homes.

The City of Vancouver’s Annual Greenhouse Gas and Energy Limits By-law requires owners and managers of existing large commercial and multi-family buildings to measure and report energy consumption and greenhouse gas emissions. Learn more about the regulations, whether your co-op might need to report, and resources available.

Energy Benchmarking with CHF BC

Exploring ways to create a more sustainable future for your co-op? Understanding your current energy use can be the first step to making meaningful change. CHF BC can help your co-op set up energy benchmarking for free!

Co-ops that are Vancity members may also be eligible for a financial incentive of up to $500. Eligible co-ops that submit required paperwork and documentation to complete benchmarking setup by January 15, 2025 can receive their incentive payment this winter.

Learn more about energy benchmarking with CHF BC.

Tree Canada Community Tree Grants

Do you have an idea for a greening project? Your co-op could access up to $10,000 for projects that focus on the creation of urban forests or planting of edible trees.

Find out more about the Edible Trees and Treemendous Communities grants. Applications for both programs are open from October 7 to December 9, 2024.

Green Municipal Fund Project Database

Thinking about applying for the Federation of Canadian Municipalities’ Green Municipal Fund but not sure if your project might be a fit or looking for inspiration? You can now search their database for Sustainable Affordable Housing projects, including feasibility studies, pilots, and capital projects, funded across Canada. Search the GMF Project Database or explore the collection of projects already funded in BC.