CITY OF CHILLIWACK | 2024 Annual Report 26 27 2024 Annual Report | CITY OF CHILLIWACK STRATEGIC GOAL #3 CONTINUED: ENVIRONMENTAL STEWARDSHIP Encourage waste diversion and a "zero waste" philosophy, reducing energy consumption and greenhouse gases while protecting waterways, riparian zones and airsheds. HOW WE WILL GET THERE WHAT WE ACHIEVED IN 2024 AIR QUALITY Protect the airshed, measure greenhouse gas emissions and implement energy efficiency opportunities where feasible. Followed the provincial Agricultural Environmental Management Code of Practice. Continued implementation of the Corporate and Community Climate Action Plans. Utilized methane from Wastewater Treatment Plant to run biogas boiler to heat anaerobic digesters. Extracted landfill gas at the Bailey Landfill through horizontal gas collectors and vertical wells. Completed the Radon Test Kit Challenge by providing residents with 200 free test kits and then reporting the results in partnership with Take Action on Radon and Fraser Valley Regional District. Completed the GHG consumption optimization replacement of the dehumidification equipment for rinks 1 & 2 at Sardis Sports Complex. Completed a Greenhouse Gas (GHG) Reduction Pathways assessment on seven large municipal buildings including Cheam Leisure Centre, Sardis Sports Complex, and the Chilliwack Landing Leisure Centre. Worked with the Ministry of Environment to respond to air quality complaints. Enforced the Open Burning Bylaw and promoted alternatives to burning to reduce smoke. Continued design and construction work recommended by the Active Transportation Plan to encourage more active modes of transportation. STRATEGIC GOAL #3 CONTINUED: ENVIRONMENTAL STEWARDSHIP Encourage waste diversion and a "zero waste" philosophy, reducing energy consumption and greenhouse gases while protecting waterways, riparian zones and airsheds. HOW WE WILL GET THERE WHAT WE ACHIEVED IN 2024 SUSTAINABILITY Explore renewable energy opportunities, facilitate sustainable transportation and prepare longterm plan for landfill. Supported provincially mandated free transit for children under 12. Procured a new electric vehicle for the City fleet. Installed five new solar-powered Rectangular Rapid Flashing Beacon (RRFB) crosswalks. Continued design and construction work recommended by the Active Transportation Plan for sidewalks, multi-use pathways and protected bike lanes. Conducted a Step Code Super Series Workshop for building community in collaboration with the City of Abbotsford and City of Mission. Utilized Local Government Climate Action Program funding to support home energy upgrade rebates through the CleanBC Better Homes program, to fund municipal facility energy studies and to create a new Energy Manager position to oversee municipal building and fleet greenhouse gas reduction planning and implementation. Converted conventional building thermostats to smart controlled devices. Installed stormwater treatment devices and drainage infiltration systems to support groundwater recharge and aquifer health. Installed new LED field lights at Townsend Park. Converted lighting to LED fixtures in multiple places including Cheam Leisure Centre, Chilliwack Cultural Centre, Sardis Sports Complex, Fire Hall #1 and #4, Community Policing office, Heritage Park and Hobby Hill Preschool. Continued efficiency driven lighting upgrades to the Hub Theatre at the Chilliwack Cultural Centre. Completed an electrical assessment study at both Cheam Leisure Centre and Landing Leisure Centre. Received a $112,500 grant to replace the dehumidification system at rinks 1 & 2 at Sardis Sports Complex. The new system will be energy efficient to greatly reduce greenhouse gas emissions. Received the Provincial Efficiency in Action Award for the Leisure Centre waste heat recapture system which reduces greenhouse gas emissions by an estimated 553 tonnes (11.6%) per year.
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