Update: Enmax has committed to going Net-Zero by 2050. Learn more here.
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We are facing an important opportunity to address climate change and position Calgary to become a place of innovation as we transition our energy economy. In the next several weeks, ENMAX will be coming out with its Environment, Social and Governance Policy (ESG).
This is an opportunity for them to commit to setting a net-zero greenhouse gas emission target and interim targets that will ensure that they reach Net-Zero. Please take action with us in advocating for this change alongside our friends at the Calgary Climate Hub.
We are asking you to take action by writing:
- Enmax’s Board of Directors - [email protected]
- Enmax’s CEO Wayne O'Connor - [email protected]
- Mayor Naheed Nenshi - [email protected]
Points to include in your email:
- That you are asking ENMAX to declare that it will set a net-zero greenhouse gas emissions target by 2050 and set interim targets of:
- 50 percent of 2016 GHG levels by 2030.
- 90 percent of 2016 GHG by 2040.
- 100 percent of 2016 GHG by 2050.
- Make sure to mention if you are a customer.
- That this can help Calgarians avoid increased utility costs as carbon taxes rise.
- That this can help Calgary transition to a green energy future and develop an economy that can thrive in that future.
- That other Alberta corporations have already set net-zero by 2050 targets including TransAlta and Capital Power.
Sample Letter
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Dear ENMAX Board of Directors and CEO, As a Calgary Citizen, ENMAX customer and member of The Calgary Alliance for the Common Good I am writing to ask ENMAX to declare that it will set a net-zero greenhouse gas emissions target by 2050 and set interim targets of: - 50 percent of 2016 GHG levels by 2030. - 90 percent of 2016 GHG by 2040. - 100 percent of 2016 GHG by 2050. Transitioning to net-zero is a part of the path to a healthy and vibrant future. Our city is recognized around the world for being an energy hub. Working towards a net-zero target will help spur innovation and create new business opportunities that will help Calgary thrive in the future: economically, socially and environmentally. If ENMAX doesn't move towards net-zero, I am also concerned that increasing carbon taxes will result in high future costs for ratepayers and our city. ENMAX has already moved in the right direction by eliminating coal generation, doubling solar capacity and generating 14 percent of electricity through wind power. We ask you, the leadership of ENMAX, to take the next step to commit to move to net-zero by 2050 and realize the economic, environmental and social advantages that this long-term commitment will mean for all Calgarians. Signed,
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This is a joint campaign that we as the Alliance are doing with the Calgary Climate Hub. If you're interested in learning more, we have our regular, monthly Environment Research Action Team meeting that gathers to discuss these issues and taking action (email us to get involved). If you want to learn more about the Hub, and their ongoing work on championing climate issues please visit their page on Enmax (and sign their letter), taking action on the Green Line, the letters they've sent to council and consider getting involved with the Hub.