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City planting 3,000 trees this spring as part of commitment to achieve net zero greenhouse gas emissions by 2050

May 5 2022

HAMILTON, ON – Online registration for the new city-wide Private Tree Giveaway, a program aimed at providing residents across Hamilton with a free native tree they can plant on their private property is now open. As part of the program, the City is setting a goal to giveaway 3,000 trees this season, an initiative that will help the City offset emissions, enhance biodiversity and work as a community to prepare for the future impacts of climate change.
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2022 budget prioritizes alternative energy for City vehicles

December 23 2021

HAMILTON, ON – Moving City buses to natural gas and vehicles used by City workers from combustion to electric engines is part of a $9.5 million commitment to help the City meet its climate change goals. On December 15, 2021, Hamilton City Council approved the City of Hamilton’s 2022 Tax Supported Capital Budget, which helps the City move forward on its commitment to greening the City’s vehicle fleet. Key investments highlighted in the 2022 budget that build on the corporate green fleet strategy include:
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City of Hamilton asks residents to voice ideas for Community Energy and Emissions Plan

January 18 2021

HAMILTON, ON – The City is asking residents to provide input and share feedback on the Community Energy and Emissions Plan (CEEP), a long-term plan to meet Hamilton’s future energy needs while improving energy efficiency and reducing greenhouse gas (GHG) emissions. The CEEP includes every aspect of city-wide energy use and GHG emissions, from homes to transportation to industry to waste.
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City of Hamilton continues climate action in wake of COVID-19

November 5 2020

HAMILTON, ON - The City of Hamilton continues to prioritize climate action and sustainability throughout 2020 in the wake of the COVID-19 pandemic. Yesterday the General Issues Committee heard an update on the City’s SMART Corporate Goals and Areas of Focus for Climate Mitigation and Adaptation. In light of the COVID-19 pandemic and response the City of Hamilton remains committed to improving its energy efficiency, decarbonizing by reducing GHG emissions and increasing its resiliency to the impacts of climate change.
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City of Hamilton energy programs result in $9.9 million in savings and avoided costs in 2018

June 13 2019

HAMILTON, ON – Last evening, Hamilton City Council received the 2018 Annual Energy Report, which provides a detailed review of the City’s energy usage, costs, energy performance, procurement efforts and conservation initiatives for corporate assets. In 2018, the City’s energy strategies and programs resulted in a $9.9 million in savings and avoided costs. This includes savings such as:
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Federal partners to meet in Hamilton on climate change

March 13 2019

HAMILTON, ON – Mayor Fred Eisenberger is hosting the Honourable Catherine McKenna, Federal Minister of Environment & Climate Change, at Hamilton City Hall for a meeting surrounding climate change and its impact at a local level. Immediately following the meeting, media partners are invited to join Minister McKenna and Mayor Eisenberger at City Hall for a media availability.
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