Climate Change Data

Town of Cobourg

Climate Impact & Sustainability Data (2022-2023 to 2027)

Reporting Period: 2022-2023 to 2027

Environmental Metrics

Total Carbon Emissions:Not disclosed
Scope 1 Emissions:Not disclosed
Scope 2 Emissions:Not disclosed
Scope 3 Emissions:Not disclosed
Renewable Energy Share:Not disclosed
Total Energy Consumption:Not disclosed
Water Consumption:Not disclosed
Waste Generated:Not disclosed
Carbon Intensity:Not disclosed

ESG Focus Areas

  • Climate Change
  • Environmental Sustainability
  • Social Equity
  • Economic Sustainability
  • Governance

Environmental Achievements

  • Met and surpassed the 30% reduction in greenhouse gas emissions below 2005 levels by 2030 (Interim federal target)

Social Achievements

  • Not disclosed

Governance Achievements

  • Established Cobourg’s first-ever Integrated Community Sustainability Plan (ICSP)

Climate Goals & Targets

Long-term Goals:
  • Reduce community-wide greenhouse gas emissions by 80-100% by 2050
Medium-term Goals:
  • Not disclosed
Short-term Goals:
  • Implement 16 key actions within the first four years (2024-2027)

Environmental Challenges

  • Climate change impacts (extreme weather events, flooding, erosion)
  • Population growth and its impact on existing infrastructure and resources
  • Aging population and potential workforce challenges
  • Housing affordability
  • Waste diversion below target goals
Mitigation Strategies
  • Integrated Community Sustainability Plan (ICSP) to guide sustainable development
  • Green Development Standards (GDS) to encourage sustainable building practices
  • Feasibility study for a green energy retrofit program for low-income housing
  • Actions to improve active transportation, reduce waste, and enhance natural assets
  • Community engagement and collaboration

Supply Chain Management

Supplier Audits: Not disclosed

Responsible Procurement
  • Update procurement policy to promote sustainability

Climate-Related Risks & Opportunities

Physical Risks
  • Extreme weather events
  • Flooding
  • Erosion
Transition Risks
  • Not disclosed
Opportunities
  • Development of energy-efficient products and services
  • Growth of the renewable energy sector

Reporting Standards

Frameworks Used: Null

Certifications: Null

Third-party Assurance: Not disclosed

UN Sustainable Development Goals

  • Not disclosed

Not disclosed

Sustainable Products & Innovation

  • Not disclosed

Awards & Recognition

  • Not disclosed