The Environment and Climate Change Committee received an update today on efforts to advance climate action in line with the City’s Climate Change Master Plan.
The City is introducing a new framework to sharpen its focus on climate initiatives and improve transparency. The framework will guide investments in high-impact projects that align with City Council priorities and focus on areas where the City can deliver the biggest impact, such as building retrofits, zero-emission transportation, and extreme-weather preparedness through the upcoming Climate Ready Ottawa strategy.
To broaden the reach of climate action, the City will establish a working group to coordinate efforts with partners across sectors. This approach will help extend the City’s influence in areas like housing and energy systems, where it has limited control but can support coordinated action. Future updates will include public dashboards and annual reporting to track progress and ensure accountability.
For more details, visit ottawa.ca.
