welcome

This month’s e-news is all about greening your way from point A to point B. Whether you choose to tour the city by foot, hop on the Canada Line to work, or book a car-share Smart Car for a Saturday at the landfill, this month’s issue is for you. At the end of your read, we hope that you’ll find yourself as inspired by one of our own Corporate Climate Leaders as we are.

One Day is a City of Vancouver initiative that encourages residents to take small actions in their daily lives to use less energy at home and on the move, to help protect the climate, and to make Vancouver the cleanest, greenest, healthiest city in the world.

actions of the month

This month we are encouraging you to take part in two separate commuter events. Be sure to have your participation counted (and to be entered to win fabulous prizes) by tracking your commute online.

VACC Bike to Work Week
May 30 to June 5
Pump up your tires, gather your co-workers and get your team registered for a fun-filled week of cycling to work. You could earn bragging rights or even a win a great prize (like a bike trip for two along the Kettle Valley Trail). Stop by one of the commuter stations along the way for free food, coffee and prizes.

ICBC Commuter Challenge
June 5 to 11
This event is asking you to think outside of your car! Leave your car at home and reap the rewards of walking, cycling, ride-sharing, taking transit or telecommuting. Celebrate active and sustainable transportation during this week-long event during Canadian Environment Week.

in your city

car2go is a new service in Vancouver whose entire fleet of 225 vehicles are smart cars. Their rates are by the minute and include fuel, mileage, maintenance and even parking. Pre-booking is not required, and you can keep the car as long as you like without committing to a return time or location. When you're done, simply park the car back within the operating area and car2go takes care of the rest. Become a member by May 29, and Vancouver residents can skip the $35 registration fee (Promo Code: VAN). The vehicles will be ready for rent in June.

One Day wonders

This month’s wonders are the folks at Canadian Direct Insurance. We recognize this business as one of Vancouver’s first Corporate Climate Leaders. Not only is this company voluntarily tracking their greenhouse gas emissions, but they have committed to reduce GHGs by 15% by 2015 (from their 2009 inventory)!

We are excited because this insurance company has already:

provided hybrid vehicles for their road adjusters
offered discounted pricing for customers with hybrid cars
implemented paper reduction measures (like electronically storing claims and e-delivery of auto insurance policies)

We’re looking forward to hearing more from this climate leader on their future GHG reduction strategies.

did you know...

…the Vancouver Landfill captures methane from your garbage? This seemingly mundane project reduces Vancouver’s combined emissions by over 5%, the equivalent of taking over 7,000 vehicles off the road. Learn more about the landfill at their annual open house on Saturday, June 4 from 9 am to 3:30 pm.

know someone...

…who loves long walks on the beach? Maybe they’d also like a BC Hydro’s offer for 15% off a walking tour gift certificate. Either way, forward this e-mail – they’re sure to love One Day.

New readers, sign-up here.

what's happening

Farmers Markets
Kitsilano: Sundays,10 am-2 pm
Trout Lake: Saturdays, 9 am-2 pm
West End: Saturdays, 9 am-2 pm
Main Street: Wednesdays, 3-7 pm
Summer markets are now open. Fill your fridges and stomachs with delicious local fare. Visit their website for vendor information and more details.

Cycling in Vancouver
May 31
Come to this free Carbon Talks Brown Bag Lunchtime Dialogue at SFU Harbour Centre.

Sustainability Community Breakfast
Jun 1, 2011
Take this opportunity to build networks and partnerships and to increase awareness and understanding of the opportunities and challenges related to sustainability in the region.

Love Vancouver, Love your Planet
Jun 5
Love Vancouver is an eco-fair and festival at Olympic Village which aims to raise public awareness about solutions to climate change and inspire people to be part of the solution by making meaningful and lasting changes in their lives.

Velopalozza
Jun 2-19
Velopalooza is 18 days of bike fun. With 38 events, most organized by individuals, bikers of all persuasions are likely to find many events of interest. Nearly all events are free.

OTHER DATES TO NOTE:
Jun 5, World Environment Day
Jun 5 to 11, Canadian Environment Week
Jun 8, Clean Air Day

Check out the One Day events calendar for more sustainability related events happening in and around Vancouver.

Have you tried...

Check out the One Day media section for more climate change related news.


May 2011 Hello! welcome This month’s e-news is all about greening your way from point A to point B. Whether you choose to tour the city by foot, hop on the Canada Line to work, or book a car-share Smart Car for a Saturday at the landfill, this month’s issue is for you. At the end of your read, we hope that you’ll find yourself as inspired by one of our own Corporate Climate Leaders as we are. One Day is a City of Vancouver initiative that encourages residents to take small actions in their daily lives to use less energy at home and on the move, to help protect the climate, and to make Vancouver the cleanest, greenest, healthiest city in the world. actions of the month This month we are encouraging you to take part in two separate commuter events. Be sure to have your participation counted (and to be entered to win fabulous prizes) by tracking your commute online. VACC Bike to Work Week May 30 to June 5 Pump up your tires, gather your co-workers and get your team registered for a fun-filled week of cycling to work. You could earn bragging rights or even a win a great prize (like a bike trip for two along the Kettle Valley Trail). Stop by one of the commuter stations along the way for free food, coffee and prizes. ICBC Commuter Challenge June 5 to 11 This event is asking you to think outside of your car! Leave your car at home and reap the rewards of walking, cycling, ride-sharing, taking transit or telecommuting. Celebrate active and sustainable transportation during this week-long event during Canadian Environment Week. in your city car2go is a new service in Vancouver whose entire fleet of 225 vehicles are smart cars. Their rates are by the minute and include fuel, mileage, maintenance and even parking. Pre-booking is not required, and you can keep the car as long as you like without committing to a return time or location. When you're done, simply park the car back within the operating area and car2go takes care of the rest. Become a member by May 29, and Vancouver residents can skip the $35 registration fee (Promo Code: VAN). The vehicles will be ready for rent in June. One Day wonders This month’s wonders are the folks at Canadian Direct Insurance. We recognize this business as one of Vancouver’s first Corporate Climate Leaders. Not only is this company voluntarily tracking their greenhouse gas emissions, but they have committed to reduce GHGs by 15% by 2015 (from their 2009 inventory)! We are excited because this insurance company has already: provided hybrid vehicles for their road adjusters offered discounted pricing for customers with hybrid cars implemented paper reduction measures (like electronically storing claims and e-delivery of auto insurance policies) We’re looking forward to hearing more from this climate leader on their future GHG reduction strategies. did you know... …the Vancouver Landfill captures methane from your garbage? This seemingly mundane project reduces Vancouver’s combined emissions by over 5%, the equivalent of taking over 7,000 vehicles off the road. Learn more about the landfill at their annual open house on Saturday, June 4 from 9 am to 3:30 pm.	know someone... …who loves long walks on the beach? Maybe they’d also like a BC Hydro’s offer for 15% off a walking tour gift certificate. Either way, forward this e-mail – they’re sure to love One Day. New readers, sign-up here. what's happening Farmers Markets Kitsilano: Sundays,10 am-2 pm Trout Lake: Saturdays, 9 am-2 pm West End: Saturdays, 9 am-2 pm Main Street: Wednesdays, 3-7 pm Summer markets are now open. Fill your fridges and stomachs with delicious local fare. Visit their website for vendor information and more details. Cycling in Vancouver May 31 Come to this free Carbon Talks Brown Bag Lunchtime Dialogue at SFU Harbour Centre. Sustainability Community Breakfast Jun 1, 2011 Take this opportunity to build networks and partnerships and to increase awareness and understanding of the opportunities and challenges related to sustainability in the region. Love Vancouver, Love your Planet Jun 5 Love Vancouver is an eco-fair and festival at Olympic Village which aims to raise public awareness about solutions to climate change and inspire people to be part of the solution by making meaningful and lasting changes in their lives. Velopalozza Jun 2-19 Velopalooza is 18 days of bike fun. With 38 events, most organized by individuals, bikers of all persuasions are likely to find many events of interest. Nearly all events are free. OTHER DATES TO NOTE: Jun 5, World Environment Day Jun 5 to 11, Canadian Environment Week Jun 8, Clean Air Day Check out the One Day events calendar for more sustainability related events happening in and around Vancouver. Have you tried... Arctic ice melt hikes sea level forecast Vancouver lays groundwork for carbon-neutral buildings Stain of huge Gulf oil spill still visible Vancouver tests open-government waters with Greenest City planning Let's not take our abundance of clean water for granted Check out the One Day media section for more climate change related news.