Carbon Emissions Inventory report author Ekaterina Tzekova reflects on a new year of data and what it means for climate action.
From data to action: What this year’s emissions inventory tells us
Tag: GHG quantification
How not to be discouraged by this year’s carbon emissions inventory
There is growing interest across the GTHA in adopting key climate mitigation technologies, and the best news is that they’re now all more cost effective than the fossil fuels.
Fugitive methane emissions in Ontario are double the reported rate
There is growing consensus that ‘fugitive methane’ (gas leakage that occurs during the extraction and transmission of fossil fuels) is drastically underestimated — but by how much? A new TAF report provides updated guidelines to account for the full life cycle emissions of natural gas, badly needed as we face crucial infrastructure decisions in Ontario.
Toronto Star: Climate report says Toronto area needs to cut emissions four times more quickly
A new report by TAF shows that emissions in the GTHA are decreasing at a meager rate.
New data reveals the extent of the region’s climate pollution
December 16: TAF has today published data that reveals the carbon emissions emitted in the GTHA. This data shows more needs to be done, and quickly, if governments are to meet their climate commitments.
How does your city measure up? The first regional emissions inventory is out in the GTHA
Cities bear the brunt of climate change impacts, where climate action can create multiple benefits for our communities. But regional emissions are not decreasing on the scale needed to meet provincial or municipal climate targets. That’s why TAF developed the first region-wide emissions inventory for the GTHA. See the full report.
Introducing the Green Button: Empowering consumers through energy data
Smarter energy choices for your home: Ontario’s proposed Green Button program will provide energy customers province-wide with access to their energy consumption and spending data. With improved energy efficiency in our homes and buildings, we can reduce emissions and get even closer to our TransformTO and provincial climate goals.
Left in the dark: Ontario municipalities need energy data for meaningful climate action
A proper carbon emissions inventory is a crucial starting point for city-level climate action. But unfortunately, many cities in the Greater Toronto and Hamilton Area (GTHA), don’t have gas and electricity consumption data – but utilities do. That’s why TAF asked the Ontario government to make this data public.
New GHG report shows bold action is needed to meet Toronto’s targets
Toronto has made tremendous progress in reducing climate damaging greenhouse gas (GHG) emissions. The GHG Inventory released last week by the City of Toronto showed emissions in 2013 were 24% below the 1990 baseline, a fact which should be celebrated by all Torontonians. This remarkable accomplishment reflects the combined efforts of the City, the Province, […]
