City Green

Organization Mandate
City Green Solutions is an enterprising non profit organization that provides services and programs to improve the environmental sustainability of BC communities. Key activities focus on energy efficiency as a means to: reduce energy use, achieve GHG emission reductions and stimulate local economic development.


City Green Solutions is a member of the national Green Communities Association. We work in partnership with various levels of government, business, community and individuals.

Locations
City Green Solutions is based in Victoria and provides its services and programs across the province.

Current Activities and Projects
1. ecoENERGY Retrofit Program ? A federal energy efficiency program that provides homeowners undertaking energy efficiency upgrades with up to $5000 in financial incentives. See www.citygren.ca for more information.

2. Affordable Warmth BC - A program designed to improve the energy efficiency and sustainability of affordable housing.

3. Saanich Green Building Rebate Program - A program to assist renovators and builders in the District of Saanich to incororate green and efficiency into their projects.

4. Energy Efficiency and Green Building Consulting Services.

Completed Activities and Projects
1. Environmental Benchmarking project for Coast Capital Savings Credit Union

2.Anglican Church Audit and Education Program

3. City of Victoria baseline greenhouse gas emissions analysis

4. Pesticide Free Naturally Program

5. Climate Change Action Station - a collaboration with Environment Canada and the Royal BC Museam.

6. The Energy Savings Plan Pilot Program - www.saveenergynow.ca

Fundraising Initiatives
Activities to support the implementation of energy efficiency and green building programs for affordable housing and the Affordable Warmth BC program

Partners
Environment Canada
VanCity Credit Union
District of Saanich
District of Central Saanich
Capital Regional District
Natural Resouces Canada
Langara College
Ministry of Water, Land, and Air Protection
Ministry of Energy, Mines, and Petroleum Resources
Compost Education Centre

Publications
The Green Home Handbook - Easy Steps for Greening-up your Home and Backyard

Pesticide Free Naturally Handbook - A Guide to Healthy Gardening

Volunteers Required
1. Green Building Researchers 2. Marketing and Display Volunteers 3. Administration and Reception 4. Board Members

Conservation Connection

220-620 View Street
Victoria, BC V8W 1J6

Phone: 250-381-9995
Fax: 250-381-9997
Email: manager[spamguard]@citygreen.ca

Website: citygreen.ca

Main Contact
Peter Sundberg
Executive Director
Phone: 250-381-9995
Fax: 250-381-9997
Email: manager[spamguard]@citygreen.ca

Secondary Contact
Paula Steele
Energy Efficiency Program Coordinat
Phone: 250-381-9995
Fax: 250-381-9997
Email: energuide[spamguard]@citygreen.ca