News release

Government Supports Emission Reduction Project in Cape Breton

Energy and Mines (July 2018 - Aug. 2021)

Cape Breton communities leading a project to help fight climate change by reducing emissions are getting support from the province.

Energy and Mines Minister Derek Mombourquette announced today, April 18, $60,000 for emission reduction planning in Inverness County under the Low Carbon Communities Program.

“Nova Scotia is a national leader in fighting climate change and projects like this will build on our success,” said Mr. Mombourquette. “Communities will be able to develop and study innovative ways to choose where their energy comes from while creating job opportunities.”

Funding will go to the Municipality of Inverness to support community engagement activities to gather feedback and ideas on emission reduction.

“From Meat Cove to Port Hastings and every village in between, we know that climate change is a concern,” said Betty Ann MacQuarrie, warden of the Municipality of Inverness. “We’re committed to working with residents, businesses, community organizations and the province to develop and implement feasible plans to reduce greenhouse gases, improve energy efficiency, and create jobs related to clean energy.”

Low Carbon Communities helps eligible groups jump-start projects by funding feasibility studies and plans, engagement activities and building capacity. Projects also promote efficiency, solar energy, clean transportation and other programs that help communities save money on their energy costs.

This year, 11 projects across the province are receiving about $700,000. Eligible groups have received grants of up to $75,000 to a maximum of 75 per cent of project costs.

The Low Carbon Communities Program supports Mi’kmaw communities, registered non-profit or charitable organizations, and municipalities in Nova Scotia.