Energy
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Community-centered plan to help people struggling with high energy costs in Guelph
Guelph, Ont., June 24, 2026 – To address rising costs of living and more extreme weather events, Guelph has created its first-ever Energy Equity Action Plan. The plan supports residents who struggle to afford the energy they need and tackles underlying barriers that make it harder for residents to improve their homes. Many households face difficult choices between keeping their home comfortable and covering other essentials. Energy equity is making sure people…
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Construction notice: City Hall cooling tower
Date: May 1, 2026 What’s happening: The cooling tower at City Hall will be removed and replaced. The current tower has reached the end of its lifespan and will be upgraded with a new, more efficient system. Why: City Hall needs a reliable cooling system to support daily operations and to safely serve as a designated cooling centre during extreme…
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City of Guelph sets roadmap to major emissions reductions and long-term sustainability
Guelph, Ont., January 28, 2026 – The City of Guelph has released a new Corporate Climate Action Plan that charts how the municipality can cut more than 10,000 tonnes of greenhouse gas emissions from City operations by 2035. Focused on the buildings, vehicles, systems and policies the City directly manages, the action plan outlines how…
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Addressing climate change in Guelph requires united community effort, says City of Guelph report
Timely collective action needed to keep the city safe, livable and resilient Guelph, Ont., May 28, 2025 – A new City report is calling on the Guelph community to take climate action to reach net zero carbon by 2050. The Community Call to Climate Action report and backgrounder share our current progress, future goals, and…