Significant emissions progress reported in Burlington [Video]

An updated report on energy use in Burlington shows a significant overall decline in greenhouse gas emissions between 2018 and 2023. According to Burlington Electric, ground transportation and thermal sectors reduced emissions by 18.2%, marking the second largest year-over-year drop in that period. The greatest change was in the building sector, with a 19% reduction in fossil fuel use since 2018.In 2022, the city saw a post-pandemic rebound in fossil fuel use.City leaders say the 2023 update marks a continuation of the broader trend toward emissions reduction. This update also included an analysis of emissions through the end of 2023 but does not include impacts from Burlington’s recently enacted Carbon Pollution Impact Fee Ordinance. “This proves that real climate progress is achievable for our City and State, and I look forward to seeing the positive impacts that the programs we are announcing today will have for Burlington in the future,” …