2009 FCM Sustainable Communities Awards Winner — Energy: Overview

Township of South Stormont, Ontario

Kilowatt Countdown Challenge

The Township of South Stormont, encouraged and assisted by a small, dedicated group of volunteers, organized the Kilowatt Countdown Challenge, which offers 200 energy-saving tips to residents as a motivational tool to reduce electricity consumption. The 2008 challenge engaged every member of the municipality through a wide range of media and outreach activities, offering tips, ongoing support and tools such as watt meters.