The City of Courtenay is working to lower greenhouse gas emissions across its municipal operations, including facilities, vehicle fleet, handheld equipment and streetlights.
Several initiatives are underway to reduce our community’s environmental impacts. Explore the topics below to learn more about these efforts.
Air quality
Our community often experiences poor air quality during winter evenings, when wood burning appliances are used to keep warm. Here’s how the City of Courtenay is addressing air quality concerns.
Corporate climate action
The City has created a strategy and established targets to become carbon neutral.
Report a spill or emergency
If you spot an environmental concern or emergency, notify the appropriate responders as quickly as possible.
Pesticide use
The City has a bylaw regulating the use of pesticides.
Tree management
Preservation, removal and replacement of trees in the City of Courtenay.
Water conservation
Save water and reduce demand on the water system.