In our ongoing commitment to environmental stewardship, SKATE has been collaborating with sustainable energy consultants since 2022 to systematically reduce our organizational carbon footprint. We are pleased to report a significant 12% reduction in our emissions, decreasing from 1,001 tonnes of CO2e in 2022 to 879 tonnes CO2e in 2024.
Building on this momentum, we have implemented several strategic initiatives in 2024. A key investment has been the modernization of our ice rink chiller infrastructure with state-of-the-art, energy-efficient equipment. Comprehensive data analysis and energy savings metrics from this upgrade will be published in mid-2025.
Furthermore, we have established a strategic partnership with A Greener Future (AGF), our newly appointed sustainability consultants. This collaboration will provide expert guidance and support in identifying additional opportunities for emissions reduction across our operations.
By March 2025, we will finalize a comprehensive five-year Carbon Reduction Plan. This strategic framework will establish clear targets and actionable measures to ensure both SKATE and our contracted partners maintain the highest standards of energy efficiency and environmental responsibility.
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