Resource Annual Report: Green Municipal Fund 2021-2022 In our annual report, Inspiring Innovation, we explore how GMF is working with municipalities to bring to life a vision of the future that is sustainable and prosperous. September 15, 2022
Resource Municipal fleet electrification Webinar recording: How to electrify your municipal fleet Learn how to electrify your municipal fleet of vehicles, leading to reduced GHG emissions and healthier communities. November 30, 2022
Case Study Land Use Case Study: How Parkland County has uncovered the value of natural infrastructure While natural assets such as wetlands are known to provide both tangible and intangible benefits for communities, their value can be hard to put a number on. The Alberta municipality of Parkland County has been experiencing both extreme weather events and degradation of natural infrastructure, and they wanted to evaluate the costs and benefits of maintaining and restoring wetlands and other ecosystems. January 26, 2023
General Content Community Efficiency Financing market guide Guide to help Canadian municipalities assess potential home energy upgrade programs February 27, 2023
Resource Local energy generation Webinar recording: An introduction to district energy Learn how a centralized heating and cooling system can help your municipality reduce GHG emissions and save money. March 11, 2023
Resource Land Use Learning Journey: Brownfields Redevelopment in your community Are you interested in learning more about brownfields? Are you starting a brownfield initiative or program, and want to know more about key actions that your municipality can take to encourage the redevelopment of brownfield sites? You’ve come to the right place. This web page is designed to sup… June 13, 2023
Case Study Energy Case study: Building serves as showcase for green development Centre for Sustainable Development: A Green Demonstration Building The City of Montreal and Équiterre, an agency that promotes environmental and social responsibility, designed and built the first Quebec building to achieve Leadership in Energy and Environmental Design (LEED) Platinum c… December 18, 2018
Case Study Energy Case study: Saint John explores options for district energy system Feasibility Study for a Green Thermal Utility (GTU) District Heating and Cooling Loop in Downtown Saint John The City of Saint John studied the feasibility of a district energy system to serve buildings in the downtown area. These systems distribute thermal energy from a central facility to … December 14, 2018
Case Study Energy Case study: Energy-efficient upgrades reduce operating costs at Wetaskiwin wastewater treatment plant This is part of a series of case studies on wastewater projects funded by the FCM's Green Municipal Fund. Each case study provides technical information, project details and tips on best practices. Project overview The City of Wetaskiwin, AB, retrofitted its aerated lagoon to improve the… December 2, 2018
Case Study Sustainable affordable housing Case study: New build achieves financial sustainability, social and environmental benefits Summary Thanks to extensive consultations, astute financial management and the incorporation of energy-saving technologies, a 67-unit development in Ontario’s Niagara Region provides affordable housing for seniors, and delivers environmental and social benefits without an ongoing operating s… November 16, 2020
