Nova Scotia providing over $400,000 to two environmental sustainability projects
HALIFAX, N.S. — Two environmental sustainability projects in Nova Scotia will launch with an injection of funds from the provincial government.
Non-profit organization MusGo Rider is receiving $130,400 to install solar panels to power electric vehicle charges at the organization’s building.
The non-profit is also retrofitting its building to reduce greenhouse gas emissions by an expected 589 tonnes of carbon dioxide per year.
MusGo Rider executive director Jessie Greenough said the company is grateful for the support from the funding.
“This funding supports our vision of making MusGo Rider a greener community transportation organization,” said Greenough.
Additionally, Halifax Regional Municipality is using $306,600 to develop a solid waste strategy that aligns with climate objectives in the province.
The project is expected to reduce waste and energy use in solid waste systems.
“By securing this important funding for the municipality’s solid waste strategy review, we can better align our solid waste management approach with our climate goals in HalifACT, creating a more sustainable future for our region,” said Halifax Regional Municipality Mayor Mike Savage.
The provincial funding is being distributed through the Sustainable Communities Challenge Fund, which aims to help respond to, prepare for and fight climate change along with reducing greenhouse gas emissions.
