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Toronto's TransformTO strategy targets net-zero community emissions by 2040. Ottawa's Energy Evolution strategy targets net zero by 2040 for the City's own operations and 2050 city-wide.12
Toronto: TransformTO
- City Council adopted the TransformTO Net Zero Strategy on December 15, 2021, moving the target to net zero by 2040, ten years earlier than first proposed.1
- Building actions include improving insulation and efficiency and deploying heat pumps.1
Ottawa: Energy Evolution
- Zero greenhouse gas emissions by 2040 for the City's fleet and operations, and by 2050 community-wide.2
- Community milestones of 43% by 2025, 68% by 2030 and 96% by 2040.2
What it means for homeowners
Both plans depend heavily on existing buildings using less energy and switching to low-carbon heating. Rebates like Ontario's Home Renovation Savings can help with insulation, heat pumps and solar.3
Common follow-up questions
Are these targets laws for homeowners?
They're city strategies and targets, not requirements for individual homes to meet a deadline.
Does Canadian Energy Standard serve Ottawa and Toronto?
Yes. We serve homeowners across Ontario, including both cities, with consultations by phone.
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