What You Can Do
It can appear to be an overwhelming global problem well beyond the capabilities of individuals and households. However, small actions by many individuals can make a difference.
To make real reductions to our community greenhouse gas emissions and curb our energy usage, individuals can focus on the two key areas of our Building and our Transportation choices. These are by far the biggest contributors to our total community emissions in Nelson and our community energy use.
Long lists of actions can be overwhelming, so we have compiled a compact list of actions to help get you started. Start with these links to get you thinking of solutions that will work best for you!
Alternatives to Single Occupant Vehicles
| Take Transit | Nelson Transit |
| Arrange Carpools | Kootenay Rideshare |
| Car Share | The Nelson Car Share Co-op |
| Walk |
Lace up your boots, grab your grippers and try walking the beautiful streets of Nelson.
Check out www.walkscore.com to find out the walkscore of your home or work. |
| Cycling | Nelson Cycling Routes [PDF - 399 KB] |
Residential Homes
| Learn more about incentives from LiveSmart BC | LiveSmart at Home |
| Sign up for the City's EcoSave Energy Retrofits Program | EcoSave Program |
| Buy Energy Efficient Appliances | Natural Resources Canada |
| Join BC Hydro Team PowerSmart | Team PowerSmart |
Additional Information
The following links provide further information on how to reduce your personal carbon footprint and to help you engage in sustainability issues in your day-to-day lives!
LiveSmart BC - 52 Ways to Reduce your Emissions
David Suzuki Foundation - What You Can do to Slow Climate Change
Environmental Canada - Take Action for the Environment
Solar BC - Join the Solar Revolution
Solar BC - Rate your House for Solar Energy
Visit your local farmers market
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