Courtenay Annual Report 2025 draft

Solid waste curbside collection: GHG reduction In 2025, the City completed its first full year operating electric vehicles for curbside solid waste collection. The transition from a fully diesel fleet reduced fossil fuel consumption from 94,786 litres in 2023 to 22,595 litres in 2025 — a 76 per cent reduction. Greenhouse gas emissions declined from 252,461 kg CO 2 e in 2023 to 57,658 kg CO 2 e in 2025, representing a 77 per cent reduction. While electricity use increased to support fleet operations, overall emissions were substantially lower than diesel-powered collection. The results demonstrate the impact of electrifying high-use municipal vehicles and support Council’s climate action and sustainable infrastructure priorities.

Solid waste collected (tonnes)

Solid waste GHG emissions

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