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Net-zero means achieving a balance between the emissions we produce through day-to-day activities and how much can be absorbed by the natural environment and through technology. To achieve net-zero we must reduce emissions across all sectors and industries, switch to cleaner sources of energy, and demonstrate a commitment to innovation and transformational change.View Details -
As an Island resident you are eligible for Government of PEI rebates and incentives. Use the Net-Zero funding navigator tool to determine which incentives and rebates you or your business are eligible for.Start now -
The sustainable communities initiative will tap great ideas from Island communities so that energy generation is designed to fit the need in that community and use the resources they have available.View Details -
Supporting more sustainable transportation in Prince Edward Island will help Islanders lower their impact on the environment, while encouraging more walking, cycling, and community transit.Learn more
Try out public transit
No parking, no gas bill, no worries!
Join thousands of Islanders who regularly take the bus.
The cost to use the public transit system is:
- $2 per one-way trip
- free for children and students age 18 and under
- $20 for a monthly pass for adults
- $10 for a monthly pass for seniors and post-secondary students
Plan your trip and book your tickets with Transit PEI
Building a sustainable future
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Join the Path to Net Zero
You may be eligible for financial incentives to reduce your carbon emissions in your home, on your commute, in your community or for your business.
Find Net Zero Funding that works for you using the Net Zero Navigator
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Clean Tech on Prince Edward Island
Tackling climate change now and in the future will require our best ideas, ingenuity and enterprise. We need viable, long-term solutions as we work to achieve our target of being the first province in Canada to reach net zero.
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Active Transportation
Active transportation (AT) is defined as any self-propelled human form of transportation such as walking, running and cycling. It is designed to get people to a particular destination whether it is work, school or to the grocery store.
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Building Resilience: Climate Adaptation
A road map for the province to better prepare for the future while lessening climate change’s impacts on Islanders.
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Agriculture, Land, and Environment
The agriculture industry is deeply intertwined with the environment and culture on Prince Edward Island, There are programs to assist framers and agricultural land owners in playing an active role in PEI's transition to Net Zero.
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Building Better: Business and Home Energy Efficiency
Programs, incentives, and rebates to help Islanders improve the efficiency of their homes and commercial operations through energy upgrades.
Greenhouse gas (GHG)
Emission Sources
44
44% from cars, trucks, buses, boats, off-road vehicles, and other transportation
25
25% from Agriculture including fertilizer use, livestock, and manure management
18
18% from homes and buildings, with the use of fossil fuels for heating
13 %hjresh
13% from Industry, waste, and other
Incentives
Electric Vehicle Incentive
Electric Vehicle Charging Funding Program
e-Bike Incentive
Bicycle Rebate
Home Energy Assessments
Home Insulation Rebates
Winter Warming Incentive
Free Home Insulation Program (Income Qualified Program)
Free Electric Hot Water Heater Program (Income Qualified Program)
Free Heat Pump Program (Income Qualified Program)
New Home Construction Incentives
Energy Efficient Equipment Rebates
Solar Electric Rebate Program
Business Energy Rebate
Canada Greener Homes Grant
Read the 2040 Net Zero Framework report.
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