Environment

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Environmental Working Group

The Town of Banff is forming an Administration-led Business Environmental Leadership Working Group to provide input on Banff’s environmental initiatives, including issues, concerns, and opportunities. The group is also responsible for taking action in priority environmental areas and mobilizing others to do so within their sphere of influence.

Environmental Master Plan

The Town of Banff is looking to continue its tradition as an environmental leader by creating a comprehensive Environmental Master Plan for the community.

Renewable Energy Transition Roadmap

The Renewable Energy Transition Roadmap is a climate action plan for the Town of Banff.

Human-Wildlife Coexistence in the Bow Valley

As residents of the Bow Valley, we must reduce the risk to both humans and wildlife that share this landscape.

Rebates and Incentive Programs

Homeowners, developers and businesses are encouraged to install or retrofit their homes and buildings to include energy efficient and environmentally friendly features.

Green Case Studies

The Municipal Sustainable Building Policy demonstrates commitment to sustainable building practices. The Town of Banff's standard for all new municipal buildings is to meet or exceed the Silver Level certification of the Leadership in Energy Environmental and Design (LEED™) Green Building Rating System.

Energy Conservation

You can save money and energy by following some of these tips for your home and business.

Water Conservation

Banff utilities are billed by usage, so conserving water means saving money.

Wildlife & Habitat

We share this place with wildlife like deer, elk, bears and many other types of animals, so we need to be aware of how our actions impact them.

Winter Cycling

Don’t put your bike away when the snow starts to fall. Cycling is a great way to get around Banff all year long.

Zero Waste Action Plan

The Zero Waste Action Plan is a strategic update that builds on existing waste diversion initiatives, along with Banff’s Environmental Master Plan framework. The updated action plan includes emergent focus areas, data insights, and pandemic impacts.