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The County of Haliburton and local municipalities are committed to climate action. This includes ways we will reduce our impact on climate change, and steps we will take to prepare for its adverse effects. The County has initiated a climate change planning process consisting of three phases: corporate climate change mitigation, corporate climate change adaptation and community mitigation and adaptation.

 Key Terms

Mitigation

Efforts to reduce or prevent emission of greenhouse gases. Mitigation can mean using new technologies and renewable energies, making older equipment more energy efficient, or changing management practices or consumer behavior.

Adaptation

The ability to adjust to changing conditions by natural systems or society. Anticipating the adverse effects of climate change and taking appropriate action to prevent or reduce the damage they can cause, or taking advantage of opportunities that may arise. It has been shown that well planned, early adaptation action saves money and lives later.

Corporate Climate Change Mitigation Plan

The County's Corporate Climate Change Mitigation Plan outlines objectives to reduce greenhouse gas emissions resulting from municipal operations and services.

Goals

  1. Improve energy efficiency and transition to low carbon and renewable sources of energy in municipal facilities
  2. Reduce fuel consumption and transition to low carbon vehicles and fuels in municipal fleet
  3. Reduce and divert organic waste from municipal landfills
  4. Integrate climate change considerations across municipal programs, policies and plans

Documents (PDF)

  • Corporate Climate Change Mitigation Plan
  • Chapter 1 County of Haliburton
  • Chapter 2 Township of Algonquin Highlands
  • Chapter 3 Municipality of Dysart et al
  • Chapter 4 Municipality of Highlands East
  • Chapter 5 Township of Minden Hills

If this information is required in an accessible format, please contact 705-286-1333 ext. 242.

Corporate Climate Change Adaptation Plan

The County's Corporate Climate Change Adaptation Plan outlines how the County and local municipalities can adapt municipal assets, operations and services to prepare for the impacts of climate change.

Goals

  1. Ensure current and future infrastructure is adapted to withstand the impacts of a changing climate
  2. Protect municipal natural assets and enhance nature-based solutions
  3. Minimize health risks to outdoor staff and provide resources to the community to improve their capacity to adapt
  4. Integrate climate adaptation into municipal plans and processes 

Documents (PDF)

  • Corporate Climate Change Adaptation Plan

If this information is required in an accessible format, please contact 705-286-1333 ext. 242.

Community Climate Action Plan

The County of Haliburton is developing a Community Climate Action Plan (CCAP). The CCAP will aim to provide a long-term roadmap for the transition to a low carbon and resilient community. Project updates can be found on our Wade In page. Find out how you can take action on climate change today by visiting our Community Climate Action Guide. 

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Electric Vehicle Charging Station

Haliburton County is home to 5 publicly accessible electric vehicle Park & Charge charging stations in partnership with the Ivy Charging Network. See details on the locations and how to use the stations on the Electric Vehicle Charging Stations page. 

Green Fleet

2020 Mitsubishi Outlander Plug-In Hybrid SUV

The County's Green Fleet Policy aims to reduce unnecessary fuel consumption and actively incorporate low-emission vehicles into fleet operations. In December 2020, the County of Haliburton purchased a 2020 Mitsubishi Outlander Plug-In Hybrid Electric Vehicle (PHEV) to replace a pick-up truck in the Roads Department. 

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