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Net-Zero Transformation
Better Homes & Buildings
N1.1a
Started (Work is proceeding)
Collaborate with community leaders to build capacity for net-zero ready approaches.
N1.1b
Started (Work is proceeding)
Deliver energy efficiency and net-zero ready education initiatives.
N1.2a
Started (Work is proceeding)
Provide financing and incentives for energy efficiency and net-zero ready construction and retrofits.
N1.3a
Started (Work is proceeding)
Encourage energy efficiency through online utility bills and electricity rates.
N1.4a
Started (Work is proceeding)
Adopt higher energy efficiency standards for new construction, ahead of provincial minimums.
N1.4b
Started (Work is proceeding)
Develop energy labelling and energy benchmarking programs for residential sector.
N1.4c
Not started (Work is scheduled to start in later phase)
Establish regulatory mechanisms that address the energy performance of existing buildings.
N1.4d
Not started (Work has not started and behind planned timeframe)
Sustainable connectivity that supports a net-zero vision is reflected in the Official Community Plan and Zoning Bylaw.
N1.5a
Started (Work is proceeding)
Adopt recognized building energy management best practices and standards.
N1.5b
Started (Work is proceeding)
Integrate energy conservation objectives into existing building management processes, standards, and guidelines.
N1.5c
Not started (Work is proceeding)
Integrate energy efficiency criteria into procurement.
N1.6a
Started (Work is scheduled to start in later phase)
Conduct deep retrofits in existing buildings reduce energy use and support net-zero readiness.
N1.6b
Started (Work is proceeding)
Upgrade utility infrastructure to conserve energy and reduce emissions.
N1.6c
Started (Work is proceeding)
New civic buildings and major renovations are built to net-zero ready standards.
N1.6d
Not started (Work is scheduled to start in later phase)
Monitor the development of low embodied carbon construction approaches.
N1.7a
Started (Work is proceeding)
Support energy conservation behaviors and awareness in civic buildings through engagement and education.
N1.8a
Started (Work is proceeding)
Develop A Better Homes & Buildings Roadmap.
N1.8b
Started (Work is proceeding)
Implement the Integrated Civic Energy Management Plan.
N1.8c
Started (Work is proceeding)
Develop a Civic Building Deep-Retrofit Roadmap.
N1.8d
Started (Work is proceeding)
Develop a Saskatoon Water Energy Management and Net-Zero Readiness Strategy.
N1.9a
Started (Work is proceeding)
Establish building energy performance data systems.
N1.9b
Started (Work is proceeding)
Maintain energy data management systems that track energy use.
N1.9c
Not started (Work is scheduled to start in later phase)
Collect information on embodied emissions from civic construction projects.
Net-Zero Transformation
Energy Generation
N2.1a
Not started (Work is scheduled to start in later phase)
Collaborate with community groups to support energy equity through self-generation.
N2.1b
Started (Work is proceeding)
Deliver energy self-generation education initiatives.
N2.2a
Started (Work is proceeding)
Provide incentives for self-generation.
N2.3a
Started (Work is proceeding)
Maintain and enhance programs that support self-generation for SLP customers
N.2.3b
Started (Work is proceeding)
Maintain and enhance programs that enable customers to access renewable energy or credits.
N2.4a
Not started (Work is scheduled to start in later phase)
Explore mandatory rooftop solar approaches.
N2.4b
Started (Work is proceeding)
Support solar access through land-use planning.
N2.5a
Started (Work is proceeding)
Maintain the production capacity of generating infrastructure.
N2.5b
Started (Work is proceeding)
Explore opportunities to support community and Indigenous-led generation projects by purchasing Renewable Energy Certifi…
N2.5c
Not started (Work is scheduled to start in later phase)
Monitor renewable natural gas developments.
N2.6a
Started (Work is proceeding)
Install 50MW of solar generation capacity by 2035.
N2.6b
Not started (Work is scheduled to start in later phase)
Explore other energy generation options for landfill and wastewater gas.
N2.6c
Started (Work is proceeding)
Explore opportunities for a zero-emission or renewable energy district energy system.
N2.6d
Not started (Work is scheduled to start in later phase)
Explore waste to energy technologies.
N2.8a
Not started (Work is scheduled to start in later phase)
Implement Alternative Currents: A Plan for Saskatoon's Renewable and Low-Emissions Energy Transition.
N2.8b
Not started (Work is scheduled to start in later phase)
Implement Alternative Currents: A Plan for Saskatoon’s Renewable and Low-Emissions Energy Transition.
N2.9a
Started (Work is proceeding)
Monitor electrical grid decarbonization progress and implications.
N2.9b
Started (Work is proceeding)
Collect data to track energy generation.
Net-Zero Transformation
Zero-Emission Transportation
N3.1a
Started (Work is proceeding)
Deliver education and awareness to support increased transit ridership.
N3.1b
Started (Work is proceeding)
Deliver programs to support increased active transportation.
N3.1c
Started (Work is proceeding)
Deliver education and awareness to support adoption of EVs.
N3.1d
Not started (Work is scheduled to start in later phase)
Explore public private partnerships for a rapid charging network.
N3.2a
Started (Work is proceeding)
Provide financing or incentives that support the adoption of low and zero-emission transportation options.
N3.3a
Started (Work is proceeding)
Implement service enhancements that increase transit ridership and decarbonize the fleet.
N3.3b
Started (Work is proceeding)
Implement service enhancements that improve active transportation options.
N3.3c
Started (Work is proceeding)
Implement service enhancements that address barriers to EV charging and support EV adoption.
N3.4a
Not started (Work is scheduled to start in later phase)
Establish requirements for the availability of EV charging and vehicle for hire.
N3.4b
Started (Work is proceeding)
Sustainability connectivity that supports a net-zero vision is reflected in the Official Community Plan and Zoning Bylaw…
N3.5a
Started (Work is proceeding)
Update fleet management procedures to support ZEVs.
N3.6a
Started (Work is proceeding)
Electrify the light duty vehicle and equipment fleet.
N3.6b
Started (Work is proceeding)
Monitor and pilot ZEV solutions for heavy duty, transit, special, and emergency vehicles.
N3.6c
Not started (Work is scheduled to start in later phase)
Develop emissions criteria for procurement of ICE vehicles or equipment.
N3.6d
Not started (Work is scheduled to start in later phase)
Monitor development of approaches for low embodied carbon construction for roadways and sidewalks.
N3.7a
Started (Work is proceeding)
Deliver staff engagement and support to encourage staff adoption of sustainable transportation.
N3.8a
Started (Work is proceeding)
The Transportation Master Plan.
N3.8b
Started (Work is proceeding)
The Active Transportation Plan.
N3.8c
Started (Work is proceeding)
The Zero Emission Vehicle Roadmap.
N3.8d
Started (Work is proceeding)
The Transit Fleet Renewal Strategy.
N3.8e
Not started (Work is scheduled to start in later phase)
Implement the Zero Emission Vehicle Roadmap and Transit Fleet Renewal Strategy.
N3.8f
Started (Work is proceeding)
Add climate commitments to the Transit Fleet Renewal Strategy.
N3.9a
Not started (Work is scheduled to start in later phase)
Explore data collection and analytics for transportation emissions.
N3.9b
Started (Work is proceeding)
Update fleet data tracking for ZEVs.
N3.9c
Not started (Work is scheduled to start in later phase)
Collect information on staff transportation for work.
Net-Zero Transformation
Waste Reduction
N4.1a
Started (Work is proceeding)
Deliver waste reduction and diversion education and awareness initiatives.
N4.1b
Not started (Work is scheduled to start in later phase)
Collaborate with community to build capacity for waste reduction and diversion.
N4.1c
Started (Work is proceeding)
Support market development for recycling of divertible materials.
N4.2a
Started (Work is proceeding)
Provide incentives that encourage waste reduction and diversion.
N4.3a
Started (Work is proceeding)
Continue to optimize curbside residential collection services.
N4.3b
Started (Work is proceeding)
Continue to optimize multi-unit residential collection service.
N4.3c
Started (Work is proceeding)
Continue to optimize community-wide waste services.
N4.3d
Not started (Work is scheduled to start in later phase)
Explore expanded ICI waste services.
N4.4a
Started (Work is proceeding)
Expanding Waste Bylaw Requirements.
N4.5a
Started (Work is proceeding)
Improve waste reduction and diversion in civic facilities and operations.
N4.5b
Started (Work is proceeding)
Integrate waste reduction and diversion into procurement.
N4.5c
Not started (Work is scheduled to start in later phase)
Optimize landfill operations for LFG capture.
N4.6a
Not started (Work is scheduled to start in later phase)
Explore additional advanced or innovative LFG capture systems.
N4.6b
Not started (Work is scheduled to start in later phase)
Explore alternatives to landfilling (i.e., waste to energy).
N4.6c
Not started (Work is scheduled to start in later phase)
Continued investment in wastewater biogas optimization.
N4.7a
Started (Work is proceeding)
Deliver staff engagement and support waste reduction and diversion behaviour.
N4.8a
Started (Work is proceeding)
Implement the Solid Waste Reduction and Diversion Plan.
N4.8b
Started (Work is proceeding)
Implement the Solid Waste Reduction and Diversion Plan.
N4.9a
Started (Work is proceeding)
Maintain and track community level waste diversion data.
N4.9b
Started (Work is proceeding)
Track waste diversion rates at civic facilities.
N4.9c
Started (Work is proceeding)
Monitor emissions from waste and wastewater operations.
Net-Zero Transformation
Water Conservation
N5.1a
Started (Work is proceeding)
Deliver water conservation education initiatives.
N5.1b
Not started (Work is scheduled to start in later phase)
Collaborate with community to support water conservation.
N5.2a
Started (Work is proceeding)
Provide incentives to encourage water conservation.
N5.3a
Started (Work is proceeding)
Encourage water conservation through online utility bills and water rates.
N5.4a
Started (Work is proceeding)
Reduce watering needs through parks and green space standards and guidelines for developers.
N5.4b
Not started (Work is scheduled to start in later phase)
Explore if updates to Plumbing Bylaw could support water conservation.
N5.4c
Not started (Work is scheduled to start in later phase)
Explore new regulatory mechanisms to support water conservation.
N5.5a
Started (Work is proceeding)
Expand purple water and rainwater use.
N5.5b
Started (Work is proceeding)
Update irrigation procedures to increase efficiency.
N5.5c
Started (Work is proceeding)
Integrate water conservation into new and existing building management systems.
N5.5d
Not started (Work is scheduled to start in later phase)
Integrate water efficiency criteria into procurement.
N5.6a
Started (Work is proceeding)
Complete upgrades that improve water conservation in civic buildings.
N5.6b
Started (Work is proceeding)
Complete upgrades that reduce leaks in the water distribution system.
N5.6c
Started (Work is proceeding)
Complete upgrades to improve irrigation systems.
N5.6d
Not started (Work is scheduled to start in later phase)
Explore opportunities to expand rain capture non-potable water systems.
N5.7a
Not started (Work is scheduled to start in later phase)
Deliver engagement, education, and training to support water conservation behaviors and awareness in civic staff.
N5.8a
Started (Work is proceeding)
Implement the Water Conservation Strategy.
N5.8b
Started (Work is proceeding)
Implement the Water Conservation strategy.
N5.9a
Started (Work is proceeding)
Track community-wide water use.
N5.9b
Started (Work is proceeding)
Track corporate water use.
N5.9c
Started (Work is proceeding)
Monitor leaks, water losses, and unbilled uses.
Net-Zero Transformation
Green Network
N6.1a
Started (Work is proceeding)
Deliver green network education and awareness initiatives.
N6.1b
Started (Work is proceeding)
Collaborate with community partners to conserve, manage, and grow the green network.
N6.2a
Started (Work is proceeding)
Provide incentives to conserve, grow, and manage the green network.
N6.3a
Started (Work is proceeding)
Provide urban forestry services for boulevard trees.
N6.3b
Started (Work is proceeding)
Deliver public space gardening initiatives.
N6.4a
Started (Work is proceeding)
Develop natural areas processes and policies that conserve the green network.
N6.4b
Started (Work is proceeding)
Enforce regulations to protect the urban forest.
N6.4c
Started (Work is proceeding)
Increase natural assets through parks and green space standards and guidelines.
N6.4d
Not started (Work is scheduled to start in later phase)
Explore approaches that address losses to the green network.
N6.5a
Started (Work is proceeding)
Incorporate natural infrastructure into Asset Management Plans.
N6.5b
Started (Work is proceeding)
Maintain, renew, and grow the urban forest.
N6.5c
Started (Work is proceeding)
Develop site-specific management plans.
N6.6a
Started (Work is proceeding)
Undertake Green Network improvements.
N6.6b
Started (Work is proceeding)
Prioritize natural infrastructure in City projects.
N6.7a
Started (Work is proceeding)
Deliver education and awareness initiatives on the green network to civic staff.
N6.8a
Started (Work is proceeding)
Implement Pathways for an Integrated Green Network.
N6.8b
Started (Work is proceeding)
Implement Pathways for an Integrated Green Network and Pathway to a Sustainable Urban Forest Management Plan.
N6.9a
Started (Work is proceeding)
Track community level green network data.
N6.9b
Not started (Work is scheduled to start in later phase)
Develop community-level carbon storage and sequestration tracking procedures.
N6.9c
Started (Work is proceeding)
Track data about natural infrastructure on City lands.
N6.9d
Started (Work is proceeding)
Develop carbon storage and sequestration tracking procedures for city lands.
Net-Zero Transformation
Carbon Removal
N7.1a
Not started (Work is scheduled to start in later phase)
Explore research collaborations on municipal carbon removal concepts.
N7.5a
Not started (Work is scheduled to start in later phase)
Monitor developments in carbon removal policy and offset purchases.
N7.6a
Not started (Work is scheduled to start in later phase)
Pilot negative-carbon materials relevant to civic projects.
N7.9a
Not started (Work is scheduled to start in later phase)
Monitor the scale of projected residual emissions through updated modelling.
Climate Resilience
Homes & Buildings
R1.1a
Started (Work is proceeding)
Add resilience content to energy efficiency education to improve home and building resilience.
R1.1b
Not started (Work is scheduled to start in later phase)
Collaborate with other organizations to build industry capacity for upgrades and climate resilient construction.
R1.2a
Started (Work is proceeding)
Provide financing and incentives for climate resilience upgrades for homes, buildings, and site retrofits.
R1.2b
Not started (Work is scheduled to start in later phase)
Provide incentives for climate resilient new construction.
R1.2c
Not started (Work is proceeding)
Incentivize climate resilience in new developments.
R1.4a
Started (Work is proceeding)
Review and update development design standards to reflect changing climate conditions for homes and buildings.
R1.4b
Not started (Work is scheduled to start in later phase)
Establish regulations to reduce risk to homes and buildings from climate hazards.
R1.4c
Started (Work is proceeding)
Develop mechanisms to require disclosure resilience information for housing.
R1.4d
Not started (Work is scheduled to start in later phase)
Establish regulations that address climate resilience of new buildings.
R1.4e
Started (Work is proceeding)
Update requirements for new developments to include climate resilience measures.
R1.6a
Started (Work is proceeding)
Continue to implement the Flood Control Strategy and drainage improvement projects to protect neighourhoods.
R1.6b
Started (Work is proceeding)
Increase permeability and storage capacity in City-owned spaces to mitigate stormwater runoff.
R1.8a
Started (Work is proceeding)
Integrate climate resilience into the Better Homes & Buildings Roadmap.
R1.8b
Started (Work is proceeding)
Implement the Housing Strategy.
R1.9a
Not started (Work is scheduled to start in later phase)
Establish housing resilience baseline data.
Climate Resilience
Heat & Wildfire Smoke
R2.1a
Started (Work is proceeding)
Work in partnership with subject matter expert organizations to increase City’s understanding of cooling needs in multi-…
R2.1b
Not started (Work has not started and behind planned timeframe)
Collaborate with partner organizations to improve understanding of wildfire smoke impacts and coordinate responses.
R2.1c
Started (Work is proceeding)
Increase residents’ and housing providers’ understanding of extreme heat risks and the measures they can use to reduce r…
R2.1d
Not started (Work has not started and behind planned timeframe)
Deliver wildfire smoke education and public awareness.
R2.3a
Not started (Work has not started and behind planned timeframe)
Review existing City services that provide cooling benefits.
R2.3b
Not started (Work is scheduled to start in later phase)
Improve air quality on public transit.
R2.3c
Started (Work is proceeding)
Expand indoor recreation opportunities during wildfire smoke.
R2.4a
Not started (Work has not started and behind planned timeframe)
Regulate safe indoor air temperatures.
R2.4b
Started (Work is proceeding)
Regulate to require air quality improvements in housing.
R2.5a
Not started (Work has not started and behind planned timeframe)
Assess equity of cooling and natural infrastructure distribution.
R2.5b
Not started (Work is scheduled to start in later phase)
Develop tools to support integrating equity considerations.
R2.5c
Not started (Work is scheduled to start in later phase)
Update City standards and guidelines to include heat mitigation in transportation and transit design.
R2.6a
Started (Work is proceeding)
Install shade to support transit use.
R2.6b
Not started (Work is scheduled to start in later phase)
Create a network of shaded, pedestrian-oriented streets.
R2.6c
Not started (Work is scheduled to start in later phase)
Mitigate extreme heat along active transportation routes.
R2.6d
Started (Work is proceeding)
Incorporate cooling features into outdoor public spaces.
R2.6e
Started (Work is proceeding)
Increase shade and natural infrastructure in public space.
R2.6f
Started (Work is proceeding)
Increase the coverage of public water fountains.
R2.6g
Started (Work is proceeding)
Develop resilience hubs to provide refuge from extreme weather hazards like heat and poor air quality, and space for com…
R2.9a
Started (Work is proceeding)
Establish baseline of air quality during smoke events in civic buildings.
Climate Resilience
Emergency Response
R3.1a
Started (Work is proceeding)
Work with partners to continue providing extreme weather response as extreme weather becomes more common.
R3.1b
Started (Work is proceeding)
Collaborate with partner organizations to meet community needs as extreme events increase.
R3.1c
Not started (Work has not started and behind planned timeframe)
Partner to deliver education programs that support public preparedness for extreme weather.
R3.3a
Started (Work is proceeding)
Prepare for increased evacuees hosted in Saskatoon.
R3.5a
Not started (Work has not started and behind planned timeframe)
Develop plans to address operating impacts of climate change.
R3.8a
Started (Work is proceeding)
Integrate expected future climate conditions into emergency plans.
R3.8b
Started (Work is proceeding)
Review and update the Saskatoon Extreme Heat & Air Quality Emergency Response Plan.
R3.9a
Started (Work is proceeding)
Track and review data to understand trends in emergency services requirements and climate events.
Climate Resilience
People, Organizations & Communities
R4.1a
Not started (Work is scheduled to start in later phase)
Develop household and community climate readiness programs.
R4.1b
Started (Work is proceeding)
Work with partners to increase food security and local food production.
R4.1c
Started (Work is proceeding)
Encourage community action on climate resilience through storytelling and placemaking.
R4.1d
Not started (Work is scheduled to start in later phase)
Collaborate with community leaders on climate resilience.
R4.1e
Started (Work is proceeding)
Deliver climate resilience education initiatives for businesses and organizations.
R4.2a
Started (Work is proceeding)
Support community action through incentives and grants.
R4.3a
Started (Work is proceeding)
Develop and support spaces and programs that increase community connections.
R4.3b
Not started (Work is scheduled to start in later phase)
Adjust service levels to account for the impacts of climate change, such as reduced outdoor opportunities in summer and …
R4.5a
Not started (Work has not started and behind planned timeframe)
Use social value procurement on projects under the Climate Action Strategy to increase value added in the community.
R4.8a
Not started (Work has not started and behind planned timeframe)
Develop and implement a Food Action Plan to address food insecurity.
Climate Resilience
Natural & Built Infrastructure
R5.5a
Not started (Work is scheduled to start in later phase)
Implement measures to reduce climate change impacts on trees and other natural infrastructure.
R5.5b
Started (Work is proceeding)
Integrate climate risk and adaptation into asset management processes and practices.
R5.5c
Started (Work is proceeding)
Undertake detailed climate risk and resilience assessments for facilities and infrastructure to identify and prioritize …
R5.5d
Not started (Work is scheduled to start in later phase)
Require detailed consideration of climate change impacts for new City builds and renovations.
R5.5e
Started (Work is proceeding)
Update City standards, guidelines, and policies to incorporate climate resilience.
R5.5f
Started (Work is proceeding)
Integrate climate risk into City budget deliberations.
R5.5g
Started (Work is proceeding)
Require all City projects to consider climate risk to the project and how greater resilience for the community can be ac…
R5.7a
Started (Work is proceeding)
Provide training to City staff on climate change impacts, solutions, and integrating climate risk.
R5.8a
Started (Work is proceeding)
Manage, protect, and grow the urban forest to slow peak stormwater and provide shade.
R5.8b
Started (Work is proceeding)
Conserve, restore, grow, and manage natural infrastructure to mitigate the impacts of climate hazards like heat and floo…
R5.9a
Started (Work is proceeding)
Monitor electricity demand for grid reliability during peak demand.
R5.9b
Started (Work is proceeding)
Monitor water supply and demand.
R5.9c
Started (Work is proceeding)
Monitor the impacts of climate change on the river.
R5.9d
Not started (Work is scheduled to start in later phase)
Track costs of climate impacts and monitor for trends.
R5.9e
Started (Work is proceeding)
Improve understanding of climate resilience benefits of natural infrastructure, such as cooling and stormwater managemen…
R5.9f
Not started (Work is scheduled to start in later phase)
Review and update climate risk assessments regularly.
Climate Resilience
Employee Health & Safety
R6.5a
Started (Work is proceeding)
Review and complete plans to address worker safety and business continuity during climate events.
R6.7a
Started (Work is proceeding)
Provide training to employees on new and increasing climate hazards.
R6.7b
Started (Work is proceeding)
Provide support to employees on mental health impacts of climate change.
R6.7c
Started (Work is proceeding)
Provide opportunities to employees to contribute to climate action and to consider the impacts of climate change on thei…
R6.9a
Started (Work is proceeding)
Establish baseline of air quality during smoke events in workspaces.
Other
GP1.1
Started (Work is proceeding)
Protect prioritized natural areas through policies and processes
GP1.2
Started (Work is proceeding)
Manage and restore natural areas through Natural Area Management Plans
GP1.3
Started (Work is proceeding but behind planned timeframe)
Create partnerships to support Indigenous land management
GP1.4
Started (Work is proceeding)
Integrate natural assets into the City’s asset management system
GP1.5
Started (Work is proceeding but behind planned timeframe)
Expand the Naturalized Park Program
GP2.1
Started (Work is proceeding but behind planned timeframe)
Upgrade and restore parks for enhanced green infrastructure
GP2.2
Not started (Work is scheduled to start in later phase)
Enhance ecosystem services of underutilized urban sites
GP2.3
Started (Work is proceeding)
Naturalize and restore non-park green spaces
GP2.4
Not started (Work is scheduled to start in later phase)
Identify and address gaps in the green network
GP3.1
Started (Work is proceeding)
Establish green network policies and work procedures for City of Saskatoon Departments
GP3.2
Not started (Work has not started and behind planned timeframe)
Integrate low impact development principles into City projects
GP3.3
Started (Work is proceeding but behind planned timeframe)
Complete nature-friendly building policy, design, and retrofits
GP3.4
Started (Work is proceeding)
Implement the Urban Forest Management Plan
GP3.5
Not started
Integrate the active transportation network and green network
GP4.1
Started (Work is proceeding)
Implement green network education and awareness programs
GP4.2
Started (Work is proceeding)
Implement a residential and community grants and incentives program
GP4.3
Started (Work is proceeding but behind planned timeframe)
Support community stewardship of the green network
GP4.4
Not started (Work has not started and behind planned timeframe)
Support green infrastructure adoption in the Industrial, Commercial, and Institutional (ICI) sector
GP5.1
Started (Work is proceeding but behind planned timeframe)
Implement sustainable food projects in the green network
GP5.2
Started (Work is proceeding but behind planned timeframe)
Develop and implement a Sustainable Food Action Plan