OTTAWA — The federal government has announced it will spend $40.8 million through the Climate Action Incentive Fund to upgrade 162 schools in Ontario to be more energy efficient.
Minister of Environment and Climate Change Jonathan Wilkinson explained at a media conference this afternoon that energy-efficient schools will support better indoor air quality, leading to more healthy environments for Ontario students and teachers. There will also be less air pollution and savings on energy costs.
Among schools slated to receive support, St. Pius X High School, in Ottawa, will receive $431,500 for roof and insulation replacements; St. James Catholic School, in Guelph, will receive $230,000 to replace its HVAC control system and associated equipment; and Ecole Elementaire Charles-Sauriol, in Toronto, will receive $346,500 to replace its ventilation system to improve energy efficiency.
Funding for the program is being allotted from federal carbon-pollution pricing revenues.
“Through the price on pollution, we are supporting good projects in Ontario, which will provide students and teachers with healthier and more comfortable classrooms while tackling climate change. The price on pollution is also putting more money in the pockets of hard-working Ontario families, through the Climate Action Incentive rebate,” said Wilkinson in the release.
Recent Comments
comments for this post are closed