Burlington 2030 District
VGBN is proud to be the non-profit sponsor organization of the burlington 2030 district.
VGBN envisions a world where citizens, organizations and institutions are empowered with the knowledge, planning and design tools that pave the way to a sustainable, energy efficient and carbon neutral future.
The Burlington 2030 District is a private/public partnership working to reduce building energy consumption, water usage and transportation emissions 50% by 2030. By establishing the economic case for these reductions, we help property owners increase asset value, reduce operating costs, and create a healthier community.
The Burlington 2030 District is one of twenty-two 2030 Districts across the U.S. and Canada, and is thrilled to be supporting the City of Burlington’s important and ambitious net zero energy vision. With over 8.5 million square feet committed in the City of Burlington, the Burlington 2030 District undertakes several activities to advance our goals including:
Recruitment of property owners and service providers to commit to reductions;
Assisting property owners and managers in benchmarking energy use and setting reduction targets;
Developing customized Property Energy Plans (PEP): A summary of findings prepared and shared with property owners/managers, Burlington Electric Department (BED) and Vermont Gas (VGS)
The urban built environment is responsible for much of the world’s fossil fuel consumption and greenhouse gas emissions, with buildings accounting for over 40% of carbon dioxide emissions in the United States per year. The City of Burlington, with a cold climate and older building stock, is no exception. By reducing Burlington’s energy and water usage, and transportation emissions, we lessen the State’s ecological footprint. By encouraging local property owners to voluntarily participate and commit to the Burlington 2030 District goals and targets, this initiative supports a holistic approach to sustainable community development bolstering Burlington’s climate resilience and leadership.
Interested in joining the Burlington 2030 District or learning more? Please visit the Burlington 2030 District website here: https://www.2030districts.org/burlington OR email the Burlington 2030 District Director, Jenna Antonino DiMare: jenna.antonino.dimare@2030districts.org