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Net Zero FundingAs a PEI 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. -
What is net zero?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 and switch to cleaner sources of energy. -
Active TransportationYou can help reduce emissions on your commute by choosing walking or biking more often. There are net zero incentives to help you buy a bike or an eBike. -
Public TransitThe Province of Prince Edward Island is committed to developing a province-wide integrated public transportation system. With transportation being one of the largest carbon emitters in the province, this initiative is key in reaching PEI’s goal of being the first net zero province in Canada by 2040. Take the bus for only $2 per one-way trip.
Get back to school on transit
Transit is taking off in Prince Edward Island, with over 66,000 transit trips in the first six months of 2024. This is up from the 46,000 trips taken last year during the same time period.Public transit works to give Islanders a great substitute to driving, taking more than 220 cars off the road each day. Having the tip-to-tip system in place gives those living in rural areas the opportunity to commute to urban centers regularly. Affordable fares mean higher ridership which builds a culture of sustainable transportation in our province.
The provincial government has frozen public transit fares to ensure Islanders continue to have affordable transportation options and to attract more passengers, making it a great option for post-secondary students heading to school or work. With 16 bus routes running daily, affordable monthly passes, $2 fares, and free rides for k-12 students, riding the bus offers an easy alternative to driving. Monthly transit passes are also available for $10 for post-secondary students. Book your trip today at Transit PEI
Building a sustainable future
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The Path to Net Zero
The Government of PEI aims to achieve Net Zero by 2040.
This aggressive target has already established PEI as a climate leader in Canada and around the globe.
Find out more about this critical goal.
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Cleantech on Prince Edward Island
Tackling climate change now and in the future will require our best ideas, ingenuity and enterprise. Cleantech can accelerate PEI’s path to net zero GHG emissions to help achieve our 2040 target.
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Sustainable Transportation
Islanders can lower their impact on the environment by choosing more sustainable transportation methods more often. This can be through electric vehicles or using public transit, or through active transportation like walking and biking. .
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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.
Incentives
Electric Vehicle Incentive
Electric Vehicle Charging Funding Program
e-Bike Incentive
Bicycle Rebate
Home Energy Assessments
Home Insulation Rebates
Winter Warming Air Sealing Incentive
Instant Rebates on Energy Efficiency Products
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 and Community Rebates
Public Transit
Read the 2040 Net Zero Framework report.
Greenhouse gas (GHG)
Emission Sources
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44% from cars, trucks, buses, boats, off-road vehicles, and other transportation
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25% from Agriculture including fertilizer use, livestock, and manure management
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18% from homes and buildings, with the use of fossil fuels for heating
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13% from Industry, waste, and other
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