Reducing Emissions
Energy efficiency is an important way to reduce greenhouse gas emissions from buildings. Visit Energy Efficiency for more information.
2040 Net Zero Framework – Government’s plan to reach net zero.
What is 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...
This document establishes the guidelines and criteria for applications to the PEI Active Transportation Fund.
This is the application form to apply for the PEI Active Transportation Fund.
What is the Active Transportation (AT) Fund?
The AT Fund was announced in late 2019 as part of the Sustainable Transportation Action Plan. The AT Fund will help build new...
The Climate Challenge Fund is now open for applications. Because of the system improvements on Friday, December 1st at 10pm until Saturday, December 2nd at 12pm, the timeline for applications has been extended to December 5, 2023 (previously December 4...
Bill 60 has passed in the PEI Legislature, and as a result, the PEI carbon levy rates will increase effective 12:01am on May 9, 2022.
Petroleum wholesalers and retailers should ensure that on-hand tax paid inventories are completed at the close of...
If you stop for more than 10 seconds, except in traffic, turn off your engine. Unnecessary idling wastes money and fuel, and produces greenhouse gases that contribute to climate change.
Why do drivers idle?
Warming up or cooling down a vehicle is the...
The Government of Prince Edward Island is offering one of the most generous electric vehicle (EV) incentive in Canada by providing $5,000 to Islanders who purchase a new or used EV. Government will also offer $2,500 to those who buy a plug-in hybrid from...
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. Encouraging the use of electric vehicles is part of the...
The 2018 Budget Address outlined the following program:
A large part of our efforts will be to engage Islanders directly in reducing carbon emissions and working to make electricity cheaper. Significantly, we are in this plan committing to providing...
efficiencyPEI is your go-to for tips on how to save money on heating and energy costs! Check out this short video on easy ways you can conserve energy (and save money) in your home.
In 2016/2017, the Government of Prince Edward Island developed a 10-year energy strategy to reduce energy use, establish cleaner and locally produced energy sources and moderate future energy price increases. There have been many changes that require the...
What are greenhouse gas (GHG) emissions?
Greenhouse gas (GHG) emissions are the gases that are released into the atmosphere as a result of certain activities. GHGs are accumulating in the atmosphere like a blanket, trapping heat and raising global...
This graphic shows what kind of activities produce one tonne of CO2.
This is an infographic that provides an overview of PEI's greenhouse gas emissions for 2020.
With transportation being one of the largest carbon emitters in the province, public transit is key in reaching PEI’s goal of being the first net zero province in Canada by 2040.
Whether you need to go to work, school, shopping, an appointment or out...
Electric and plug-in hybrid vehicles may be eligible for the Electric Vehicle (EV) Universal Incentives.
Enter an electric vehicle’s unique vehicle identification number (VIN) to see if the vehicle has already had rebate(s) applied to it. Vehicles are...
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.
What is sustainable transportation?
Sustainable transportation...
The 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...