Reducing Energy Usage and Emissions
We continue to pursue the reduction of our overall energy requirements and emissions profile at our corporate headquarters and golf courses. We are also proud of the independent efforts that tenants at our leased properties are taking throughout their operations to reduce energy usage, implement renewable energy solutions, and limit greenhouse gas (“GHG”) emissions.
Corporate Headquarters
Our corporate headquarters represents a small portion of our overall energy use and emissions, comprised primarily of our electricity requirements driven by energy-efficient practices, including ENERGY STAR-rated appliances and 100% LED lighting. In connection with our transition to new office space in May 2024, we have also implemented additional measures to reduce our energy use, including occupancy and daylight sensors in each space and smart lighting programs. Through a green energy service company (ESCO), electricity consumption at our corporate headquarters is generated from wind and solar energy sources and certified through renewable energy certificates (RECs) that are generated and retired on our behalf.
Golf Courses
Energy usage at our golf courses is the largest driver of our Scope 1 and Scope 2 GHG emissions and represents a significant area of potential improvement with respect to reducing our energy needs and improving performance. At each of our courses, the CDN Golf team is actively implementing measures to reduce energy usage and emissions through the below strategies.
Scope 1 and Scope 2 Emissions Reduction Strategies
Scope 1 Emissions
- Implementing high-efficiency generators, heating, and maintenance equipment, such as replacing gas-powered vehicles with energy-efficient battery-powered units
- Improving fuel efficiency through the installation of electronic fuel pump monitors to increase our ability to track and monitor vehicle fuel usage
- Reducing overall fuel needs by eliminating unnecessary energy use across our golf courses
Scope 2 Emissions
- Continuing to replace conventional lightbulbs with LEDs across our golf courses, including exterior lighting
- Replacing existing HVAC units and appliances with ENERGY STAR-certified units going forward
- Implementing operational improvements to reduce electricity usage
Strategy Snapshot: Improving Fuel Efficiency
All of our Scope 1 emissions result from our golf course operations, with a significant portion generated through vehicle fuel usages in the maintenance and operation of the golf courses. At each of our golf courses, we have recently installed fuel controllers that will enable increased tracking of each vehicle’s fuel usage, reducing waste and enabling us to monitor fuel usage patterns and improve operating efficiencies.
Last updated: September 9, 2024