Overview

Descriptions of Success

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SUSTAINABILITY: Descriptions of Success
ENERGY

In 2020, Whistler's energy system is reliable, flexible and moving toward our sustainability objectives. By this time:
  1. Whistler's energy system is supplied by a mix of sources that are local and regional wherever possible
  2. Whistler's energy system maximizes economic opportunities within the energy sector, and optimizes a balance between increasing energy efficiency and generating new supply
  3. The energy system is continuously moving towards a state whereby a build up of emissions and waste into air, land and water is eliminated
  4. The energy system is continuously moving towards a state whereby the net physical impact to land and water ecosystems is eliminated
  5. Community energy needs are met reliably and equitably
  6. Whistler's energy system is transitioning to renewable energy sources
  7. Energy is generated, distributed, and used efficiently, through market transformation, design, and appropriate end uses
  8. Residents, businesses and visitors understand energy issues
  9. Whistler's actions will positively influence other communities' and stakeholders' movement toward sustainability

* Green highlight indicates the descriptors in which the university contributes.