Rising and unpredictable fossil fuel prices continue to place significant pressure on municipal budgets. As costs fluctuate due to global and regional factors, local governments are left managing the financial impacts, often with limited control.
Building on our first session, this webinar shifts from understanding the problem to focusing on solutions. It will highlight practical, actionable strategies municipalities can use to reduce exposure to energy price volatility and build more resilient local energy systems.
We’ll hear from Ian McVey, Director of Environment and Climate at the Regional Municipality of Durham, on how Durham is accelerating the transition to a clean energy economy. Experts from the Transition Accelerator will also share tools and resources available to municipalities, including the GridGuide tool, demonstrating how it can be used to engage provinces and regulators, advocate for electricity priorities, and support the development of local renewable energy solutions, including municipal utilities.
Through real-world examples and practical insights, this session will explore how municipalities can reduce vulnerability to volatile energy prices and strengthen long-term energy resilience.
