Measures to combat climate change

What is Brossard doing to fight climate change?

The air and climate change issue encompasses aspects such as the quality of the air we breathe, climate change and energy efficiency, all of which are closely linked by their influence on the environment and public health. Several factors are linked to this issue, such as the presence of greenhouse gases and fine particles in the air, which have a negative impact on human well-being, particularly for sensitive populations, as well as on climate stability.

A climate change adaptation plan for Brossard

In the fall of 2021, the City of Brossard began the process of developing its first Climate Change Adaptation Plan (CCAP). Its aim is to identify and assess the risks associated with climate change in the area, with a view to making Brossard more resilient.

Why make a PACC?

In addition to detailing the risks associated with climate change on a brossardoise scale, the adaptation plan will achieve several other objectives, including :

• Ensure the durability and safety of existing buildings and infrastructures;
• Prioritize climate change adaptation measures;
• Minimize the potential negative impacts of climate change on Brossard residents.

Eco-responsible parking rewarded!

Ville de Brossard is proud to have received recognition from the Conseil régional de l’environnement de Montréal for the redevelopment of the Parc Lautrec parking lot.

This space has been awarded the “Mérite” level of the Attestation Stationnement écoresponsable because of the many benefits it offers, including :

• filtration and natural drainage of rainwater;
• increasing vegetation cover and reducing heat islands;
• Reducing the amount of water returned to the municipal network;
• lower energy requirements for lighting.

Parking for the environment

Redeveloped in 2017, the Parc Lautrec parking lot offers many features that promote water management, greening, sustainable mobility as well as innovation. This 1,600^m2 space, which borders the dog exercise area, is distinguished by :

• a 202^m2 strip of greenery with wide-spreading trees, shrubs and perennials;
• 252^m2 of vegetated bioretention areas in the central island and on the periphery of the parking lot, accompanied by a sign to raise awareness of the bioretention islands;
• a crosswalk identified by a playful marking given the proximity of the dog park;
• 3 preferential parking spaces for people with reduced mobility;
• 5 solar-powered street lamps.

About the Eco-responsible parking certificate

The attestation Stationnement écoresponsable aims to mobilize and support parking space owners in Greater Montreal, to create a ripple effect towards better property management practices that reduce GHG emissions linked to automobile dependency, and reduce the climatic impact of parking surfaces. To find out more, click here.

Switch off the engine!

Ville de Brossard is helping to reduce greenhouse gas emissions (GHGs) by regulating idling on its territory.

What is idling?

Idling means leaving a vehicle’s engine running unnecessarily when it is stationary.

What are the most common cases of idling?

• Warm up your vehicle in winter and air-condition it in summer before you leave.
• Waiting at the drive-thru
• Leave the engine running when you enter a shop to make a quick purchase

What are the consequences of idling?

• GHG emissions (^CO2). Every liter of petrol consumed produces around 2.3 kg of^CO2.
• Increased fuel consumption
• Degradation of air quality

Tips to avoid idling

• Avoid using a remote starter.
• Switch off the engine when your car is stationary for more than 10 seconds: leaving the engine running consumes more fuel than restarting it.
• Drive instead of warming up your car in advance: with today’s engines, 30 seconds of idling is enough before you hit the road, even in winter.