Environment The environment is vital to our wellbeing and ability to thrive in the future. Our awareness of and concern for the sustainability of our environment is reflected in the way that we, as individuals, influence and interact with our surroundings. The Environment domain assesses our impact on the environment. Greenhouse gas (GHG) emissions are high in this rapidly growing commuter city and are projected to increase significantly if nothing is done to address this rising trend.
Action must be taken to reduce greenhouse gas emissions Vaughan’s fast growth is expected to continue until 2031. New residents and businesses and the activities they engage in add to Vaughan’s GHG emissions.
In addition, as seen in the Time Use domain, a large number of Vaughan residents drive cars to work, a significant contributor to GHG. Ozone levels for Vaughan, accurately measured at the North Toronto and Newmarket locations, are high. Action is required to reverse the trends observed in GHG emissions and ozone levels to prevent notable impacts to the environment and human health.
Source: City of Vaughan MEASURING WHAT MATTERS: VAUGHAN COMMUNITY WELLBEING REPORT |
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