Corporate Energy Initiatives

The 2024–2028 Corporate Energy Management Plan outlines a strategic approach to reducing energy use and greenhouse gas (GHG) emissions across municipal operations.

Corporate Vision

The City of Windsor will continue to reduce energy consumption and mitigate costs through the wise use of energy, as well as demonstrating environmental sensitivity. This will involve a collaborative effort to increase conservation awareness and a better understanding of energy management within the corporation.

2024–2028 Corporate Energy Management Plan Targets

  • Reduction in electricity consumption of 2%
  • Reduction of natural gas consumption of 11%
  • Total annual energy use reduction by 6%
  • Decrease annual utility costs by 4% ($756,298)

Emission factors are used to estimate the amount of greenhouse gas being released when energy is used. They tell us how much carbon dioxide (CO₂) (or other gases) is emitted for each unit of energy consumed. Emissions factors can change over time due to shifts in the energy mix, technological changes, or scientific updates on how emissions are measured.

Note: Although the City's electricity and natural gas consumption is projected to decrease, the electricity emissions factor is expected to increase from 2024 to 2029. As a result, even with lower energy usage, total GHG emissions may rise. 

Our Goals

  • Achieve a reduction in overall energy consumption of at least 6% from 2024 to 2029
  • Improve financial accountability achieved through savings and cost avoidance that will lead to both direct and indirect annual corporate savings
  • Develop a broad-based corporate awareness and commitment
  • Become a leader in energy conservation and demand management among municipalities in Ontario
  • Integrate information systems and coordinate corporate programs to support energy-related actions
  • Improve energy efficiency and environmental performance
  • Introduce new technologies where prudent
  • Implement measures to reduce GHG emissions to stay on track for achieving net-zero emissions by 2050

Asset Planning Department/Energy Initiatives Unit

For more information, call 311.