Cambridge — Ward 1
1 candidate responded
Jeff Donkersgoed See responses
- Climate change is an urgent and defining crisis of our time; reducing greenhouse gas emissions should be a primary consideration across municipal decision-making
- Commitments passed by previous councils, like the 50x30 pledge or declarations of climate emergencies, should guide current council decision making
- Our local and regional governments need to renew coordinated action towards implementing the Transform Waterloo Region strategy
- Where possible, require or incentivize energy efficiency standards in new development, beyond current provincial minimums
- Require green infrastructure as part of development approvals (e.g. stormwater management, tree canopy, permeable surfaces)
- Use development agreements to require climate sustainability measures as a condition of approval
- With the exception of the first point
- I believe all of these criteria should be prioritized.
Describe one concrete policy, incentive, or decision you would prioritize to reduce greenhouse gas emissions. Where possible, explain how it balances environmental goals with fiscal responsibility.candidate's own words
I would prioritize low-carbon building standards for new developments. Cambridge should require new homes and buildings to meet stronger energy-efficiency targets and encourage electric heat pumps, better insulation, solar-ready roofs, and other low-carbon technologies. We should learn from cities like Toronto that use development standards and incentives to improve building performance. Building more efficient homes today will reduce greenhouse gas emissions and energy costs for residents for decades.
On the ballot but have not responded to survey (2)
- Saleem Shaikh
- Helen Shwery
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