Archived - Performance Report on the Departmental Sustainable Development Strategy, 2011-2012 - Including 2011-2012 Performance Reporting for the Clean Air Agenda

Welcome to the Aboriginal Affairs and Northern Development Canada's (AANDC) Progress Performance Report on AANDC's Departmental Sustainable Development Strategy (DSDS), 2011–2012.

Canada's first Federal Sustainable Development Strategy (FSDS), Planning for a Sustainable Future was tabled in October 6, 2010, pursuant to the Federal Sustainable Development Act (FSDA). The FSDA replaced the requirements established in 1995 under the Auditor General Act. The Federal Sustainable Development Act provides the legal framework for developing and implementing a Federal Sustainable Development Strategy that will make environmental decision-making more transparent and accountable to Parliament.

The first FSDS consolidates the federal approach to sustainable development, streamlining the way various departments and agencies report, and places sustainable development at the heart of government decision-making. Aboriginal Affairs and Northern Development Canada, along with over 25 other federal departments, is responsible for preparing a DSDS that supports and contributes to the FSDS.

This progress report is laid out in four sections. The first section outlines the Department's vision and sustainable development. The second section provides a progress report on the Department's sustainable development contribution to the overall FSDS. The third section includes progress on DSDS initiatives not captured in the FSDS. Finally, the last section provides a comprehensive performance report on the Clean Air Agenda.

AANDC Vision

Canada's economic and social well-being benefits from strong, self-sufficient Aboriginal and northern people and communities.

Our vision is a future in which First Nations, Inuit, Métis and northern communities are healthy, safe, self-sufficient and prosperous — a Canada where people make their own decisions, manage their own affairs and make strong contributions to the country as a whole.

The Federal Sustainable Development Strategy 2012 Progress Report and the Departmental Sustainable Development Strategy 2011–2012 Progress Report

The information provided in this report is supported by the 2012 FSDS Progress Report. State of the environment indicators presented in Departmental Performance Reports and FSDS Progress Reports demonstrate the Government of Canada's progress towards environmental objectives and sustainable development goals and targets as laid out in the FSDS. These indicators track progress on measures of environmental and socioeconomic issues at broad outcome levels.

This report outlines departmental FSDS implementation strategies and corresponding performance information applicable over the intermediate and immediate time frame. Generally, progress toward a broad outcome is not always directly attributed to any one factor such as a government program or policy, however, the link between the broad outcome and government actions can be demonstrated, documented and made transparent. Moving from the implementation strategy performance measure to the state of environment measure (indicator), the direct attribution to any one factor is reduced; nonetheless, the logical links between government programs and policies broad outcomes remain.

Departmental Decision-Making and Sustainable Development Practices

AANDC's first Sustainable Development Strategy was adopted in late 1997, with the fourth and most recent being the AANDC DSDS in 2007–2010. The DSDS builds on the success and learning opportunities of previous AANDC strategies and it responds to the requirements of the FSDA.

Managing Sustainable Development Internally

AANDC commits to:

• Apply sustainable development principles when developing or amending legislation, regulations, policies, plans and programs;
• Implement, monitor, track progress and report on the Department's commitments in the FSDS; and
• Develop and implement strategies to inform, educate and promote a "plan, do, check and improve" approach to sustainable development at AANDC.

Managing Sustainable Development Externally

External to the Department, AANDC continues to be actively engaged in several interdepartmental working groups to advance sustainable development. AANDC is a member of the following interdepartmental working groups:

• FSDS Assistant Deputy Minister-level Working Group;
• FSDS Director General-level Working Group;
• FSDS Director-level Working Group;
• FSDS Working Group for the Addressing Climate Change and Air Quality Theme of the second progress report;
• FSDS Working Group for the Maintaining Water Quality and Availability Theme of the second progress report; and
• Public Works and Government Services Canada's Green Procurement Forum.

In addition to the above, the Department is an active member of the Canadian Sustainability Indicators Network.

Strategic Environmental Assessment

Strategic Environmental Assessment (SEA) is a key analytical tool used by the federal government to support environmentally sustainable decision-making. It evaluates the environmental effects of a proposed policy, plan, or program and its alternatives, and informs strategic decision-making through a careful analysis of environmental risks and opportunities. AANDC continues to consider the environmental effects of initiatives subject to the Cabinet Directive on the Environmental Assessment of Policy, Plan and Program Proposals. AANDC is committed to implementing the Directive, and is currently reviewing its governance structure for implementing SEAs. For more information on SEAs visit the Canadian Environmental Assessment Agency.

This section outlines AANDC's contribution to the FSDS. AANDC is responsible for 10 implementation strategies under the FSDS that reflect existing departmental initiatives related to federal goals and targets.

Theme I: Addressing Climate Change and Air Quality

Goal 1: Climate Change — Reduce greenhouse gas emission levels to mitigate the severity and unavoidable impacts of climate change.

Target 1.1: Climate Change Mitigation (Federal Lead: Environment Canada)

FSDS Implementation Strategy

1.1.31: Work with Aboriginal and northern communities, organizations and governments on climate change issues, through the development of sustainable energy initiatives and support them in managing vulnerabilities and opportunities created by a changing climate. (AANDC, Natural Resources Canada)

Link to AANDC 2011–2012 Program Activity Architecture

4 The North
4.1 Northern Governance and People
4.1.3 Climate Change Adaptation

Description

AANDC's Climate Adaptation and Resilience Program for Aboriginals and Northerners (Climate Change Adaptation Program) supports the development of community-relevant information and tools for Aboriginal and northern communities, governments, and organizations to assess vulnerabilities to climate change and to develop adaptation plans. This will result in plans, actions, and decisions which enhance the resiliency of communities. The program targets communities where the impacts of climate change are already visible and vulnerability is high. The initial Climate Change Adaptation Program (2008–2011) sunset March 31, 2011. In 2011–2012, the Climate Adaptation and Resilience Program for Aboriginals and Northerners was renewed for an additional five years (2011–2012 to 2015–2016).

Relationship between the Implementation Strategy and the FSDS Goals and Targets

The Climate Adaptation and Resilience Program for Aboriginals and Northerners supports the development of sustainable Aboriginal and northern communities through identification of risks and vulnerabilities related to climate change, as well as the development and implementation of plans and actions to manage those risks. It also supports the development of capacity and policy for the integration of climate change considerations into decision-making, and develops partnerships with Aboriginal and northern governments to maintain their engagement in addressing climate change issues. Therefore, the Climate Adaptation and Resilience Program for Aboriginals and Northerners directly contributes to the goals and targets above.

Related Initiatives/Programs

The Climate Adaptation and Resilience Program for Aboriginals and Northerners, as described above, is a program under the Clean Air Agenda — Adaptation Theme (see Section 4). The work completed by this program supports the goals of both the Clean Air Agenda and the FSDS.

Theme I: Addressing Climate Change and Air Quality

Goal 1: Climate Change — Reduce greenhouse gas emission levels to mitigate the severity and unavoidable impacts of climate change.

Target 1.1: Climate Change Mitigation (Federal Lead: Environment Canada)

Goal 2: Air Pollution — Minimize the threats to air quality so that the air Canadians breathe is clean and supports healthy ecosystems.

Target 2.1: Air Pollutants — Reduce air pollutants in order to maintain or improve air quality across the country and achieve the emission targets which are currently under development in consultation with provinces and stakeholders.

FSDS Implementation Strategy

1.1.31: Work with Aboriginal and northern communities, organizations and governments on climate change issues, through the development of sustainable energy initiatives and support them in managing vulnerabilities and opportunities created by a changing climate. (AANDC, Natural Resources Canada)

2.1.16: ecoACTION programs reduce greenhouse gas (GHG) emissions and can directly or indirectly contribute to air pollutant emission reduction. (Natural Resources Canada, Transport Canada, AANDC)

Link to AANDC 2011–2012 Program Activity Architecture

3 The Land and Economy
3.3 Community Infrastructure
3.3.5 Renewable Energy and Energy Efficiency

Description

AANDC's ecoENERGY for Aboriginal and Northern Communities Program is a proposal-based program which focuses exclusively on Aboriginal and northern communities with an emphasis on off-grid communities that currently use diesel generators to produce electricity. Introduction of proven renewable energy and energy efficiency measures will lead to GHG reductions and sustainable energy production within these communities. The initial ecoENERGY for Aboriginal and Northern Communities Program (2007–2011) sunset March 31, 2011. In 2011–2012, the program was renewed for an additional five years (2011–2012 to 2015–2016).

Relationship between the Implementation Strategy and the FSDS Goals and Targets

The introduction of proven renewable energy and energy efficiency measures will result in reduced fossil fuel use and lead to GHG reductions. Therefore, the ecoENERGY for Aboriginal and Northern Communities Program directly contributes to the achievement of the above goals and targets.

Related Initiatives/Programs

The ecoENERGY for Aboriginal and Northern Communities Program, described above, is a program under the Clean Air Agenda — Clean Energy Theme (see Section 4). The work completed by this program supports the goals of both the Clean Air Agenda and the FSDS.

Theme I: Addressing Climate Change and Air Quality

Goal 2: Air Pollution — Minimize the threats to air quality so that the air Canadians breathe is clean and supports healthy ecosystems.

Theme II: Maintaining Water Quality and Availability

Goal 3: Water Quality — Protect and enhance the Quality of Water so that it is clean, safe, and secure for all Canadians and supports healthy ecosystems.

Target 2.3 and Target 3.12: Chemicals Management — Reduce risks to Canadians and environmental concentrations and human exposure to such substances.

FSDS Implementation Strategy

2.3.7 and 3.12.6 — The Northern Contaminants Program will continue monitoring contaminant levels in wildlife and people in the Canadian North.

Federal Lead: Environment Canada and Health Canada

Link to AANDC 2011–2012 Program Activity Architecture

4 The North
4.2 Northern Science and Technology
4.2.1 Northern Contaminants

Description

This program engages Northerners and world-class Canadian scientists in research and monitoring of long-range contaminants in the Canadian Arctic. The health and well-being of all Northerners is augmented as northern people consume traditional/country foods based in part on information and advice made possible by this program. The program has international influence as a leader in the Arctic Council — Arctic Monitoring and Assessment Programme, and is a key contributor of scientific data to international agreements, such as the United Nations Environment Programme (UNEP) Stockholm Convention and helps to position Canada as an international leader in Arctic science.

Relationship between the Implementation Strategy and the FSDS Goals and Targets

The Northern Contaminants Program generated data is used to complete assessments on ecosystem and human health. The results of theses assessments influence policy that results in actions to eliminate contaminants from long range sources. This action will ensure that the safety and security of traditional country food that is important to the health of Northerners and Northern communities. Therefore, this activity directly contributes to the achievement of Targets 2.3.

Theme II: Maintaining Water Quality and Availability

Goal 3: Water Quality — Protect and enhance the quality of water so that it is clean, safe and secure for all Canadians and supports healthy ecosystems.

Target 3.10: Drinking Water Quality — Increase the percentage of First Nation communities with acceptable water and wastewater facility risk ratings by 2013. (Federal Lead: this target is co-lead Aboriginal Affairs and Northern Development Canada and Health Canada).

The following AANDC implementation strategies support target 3.10 Drinking Water Quality.

FSDS Implementation Strategies

3.10.1 — Undertake a National Assessment of First Nation communities to assess the current status and associated risk for all existing communal water and wastewater systems and analyze various options for community serviceability

3.10.4 — Ensure that training is available for all operators and that a regime is in place so that all water systems have oversight of a certified operator

3.10.5.1 — Enhance the Circuit Rider Training Program

3.10.5.2 — Increase the number of Circuit Rider trainers and operators

3.10.9 — Develop and continuously update technical guidance protocols, such as the Protocol for Safe Drinking Water in First Nation Communities and the Protocol for Wastewater Treatment and Disposal in First Nation Communities. (AANDC and Environment Canada are jointly responsible for this implementation strategy)

3.10.11 — Develop appropriate regulatory framework and legislation for safe drinking water and wastewater treatment in First Nation communities

Link to AANDC 2011–2012 Program Activity Architecture

3 The Land and Economy
3.3 Community Infrastructure
3.3.1 Water and Wastewater Infrastructure

Description

The goal is to support First Nations in meeting health and safety standards and providing their residents with similar levels of service to off-reserve communities. First Nations identify their priorities and needs and present project proposals to the Department. Grants and contribution funding is provided for projects based on a priority assessment and project risk levels. This program supports the provision of funding for the planning, design, construction, acquisition, operation and maintenance of infrastructure facilities, including: community water supply, treatment and distribution systems; and community wastewater collection, treatment and disposal systems. It includes the provision of funding for: coordination, training and capacity building for activities related to water and wastewater facilities; identification of on-reserve water and wastewater infrastructure needs; development of water and wastewater infrastructure capital plans; and the design, and ongoing implementation of water and wastewater facilities maintenance management practices.

Related Initiatives/Programs

The First Nations water and wastewater indicator is a part of the Canadian Environmental Sustainability Indicators(CESI) program, which provides data and information to track Canada's performance on key environmental sustainability issues.

Theme III: Protecting Nature

Goal 7: Biological Resources

Target 7.3: Sustainable Forest Management — Improve the management of Canada's forest ecosystems through the development and dissemination of knowledge.

FSDS Implementation Strategy

7.3.1 — First Nations Forestry Program (FNFP) — Support initiatives to enhance First Nations' capacity to sustainably manage reserve forests and other forests.

The FNFP was a joint program with Natural Resources Canada (NRCan). This program sunsetted on March 31, 2011 and did not have any performance expectations for the 2011–2012 fiscal year. While the FNFP was completed in March 2011, the Aboriginal Forestry Initiative led by NRCan builds on contributions made by FNFP. The Aboriginal Forestry Initiative focuses on Aboriginal economic development projects premised on the FSDS target to enhance Canada's capacity to sustainably manage reserve forests and other forests.

Theme IV: Shrinking the Environmental Footprint — Beginning with Government

AANDC contributes to the Greening of Government Operations targets through the internal services program activity. The Department contributes to the following target areas of Theme IV, Shrinking the Environmental Footprint — Beginning with Government, of the FSDS:

• 8.1, 8.2, 8.3 and 8.4 Green Buildings;
• 8.5 Greenhouse Gas Emissions (from fleet only);
• 8.6 Surplus Electronic and Electrical Equipment (EEE);
• 8.7 Printing Units;
• 8.8 Reducing Internal Paper Consumption;
• 8.9 Green Meetings; and
• 8.10 and 8.11 Green Procurement.

For additional details on AANDC's Greening Government Operations activities, please see the List of Supplementary Information Tables in Section III of the 2011–2012 Departmental Performance Report.

AANDC is committed to managing contaminated sites in both the North and on reserve lands south of latitude 60° N, in a cost-effective and consistent manner, to reduce and eliminate, where possible, risk to human and environmental health and liability associated with contaminated sites.

The Contaminated Sites Management Program

The Contaminated Sites Management Program (CSMP) is currently responsible for managing 2939 active contaminated sites on reserve lands south of latitude 60° N. The CSMP provides funding to First Nations through Grants and Contributions for the identification, site assessment and remediation of contaminated and potentially contaminated sites on reserve lands and lands set aside.

This program links to the FSDS and the achievement of Target 2.3 Chemicals Management under Theme I — Addressing Climate Change and Air Quality, and Target 3.12 Chemicals Management under Theme II — Maintaining Water Quality and Availability.

The Northern Contaminated Sites Program

The Northern Contaminated Sites Program (NCSP) ensures that contaminated sites are managed to ensure the protection of human health and safety as well as the environment for all Northerners by assessing and remediating contaminated sites and supporting the employment and training of Northerners, particularly Aboriginals.

This program links to the FSDS and the achievement of Target 2.3 Chemicals Management under Theme I — Addressing Climate Change and Air Quality and Target 3.12 Chemicals Management under Theme II — Maintaining Water Quality and Availability.

Protected Areas Strategy

AANDC contributes to the establishment of protected areas in the Northwest Territories (NWT) through the NWT Protected Areas Strategy (PAS). This activity falls under The North strategic outcome, the Northern Land, Resources and Environmental Management program activity, Environmental Management sub-activity and supports the achievement of Target 6.1 Terrestrial Ecosystems and Habitat — Non-Park Protected Habitat.

The work completed under the NWT Protected Areas Strategy supports the achievement of Target 6.1 Terrestrial Ecosystems and Habitat — Non-Park Protected Habitat under Theme III — Protecting Nature.

CAA Theme: Adaptation
CAA Program Name: Climate Adaptation and Resilience Program for Aboriginals and Northerners
Department: Aboriginal Affairs and Northern Development Canada

2011–2012 Departmental Program Activity Architecture

4 The North
4.1 Northern Governance and People
4.1.3 Climate Change Adaptation

2011–2012 CAA Program Description and Expected Achievements

AANDC's Climate Adaptation and Resilience Program for Aboriginals and Northerners (Climate Change Adaptation Program) supports the development of community-relevant information and tools for Aboriginal and northern communities, governments, and organizations to assess vulnerabilities to climate change and to develop adaptation plans. This will result in plans, actions, and decisions which enhance the resiliency of communities. Up to $200,000 per year for a maximum of three years in funding is available for each project conducting vulnerability assessments, developing tools/methods/best practices, developing adaptation plans or disseminating knowledge. The program targets communities where the impacts of climate change are already visible and vulnerability is high.

The Program's overall expected results are as follows:

Expected Result: Aboriginal and northern communities implement adaptation measures and decisions to protect community health and safety

Indicator: Number of communities implementing adaptation plans and measures to protect community health and safety

Target: 10 communities/5 years

Data Source: Administrative data: program records, files and reports

Frequency of Data Collection: Annually (data collection begins year 2)

Output: Funded projects under four categories: vulnerability assessments; tools; adaptation plans; knowledge dissemination

Indicator: Number of funded projects under each category

Target: 90 projects/5 years

Data Source: Administrative data: program records, files and reports

Frequency of Data Collection: Annually

2011–2012 CAA Program Achievements/Performance Summary

The Climate Change Adaptation Program received approval in Fall 2011. Three regional workshops (Yukon, Northwest Territories, Inuit Regions) were held in March 2012 to showcase past projects and engage interest in, and plan for, the new program. A call for Letters of Intent for projects to be funded in 2012–2013 was launched in October 2011. Out of 152 Letters of Interest received, 100 proponents were invited to submit full project proposals. These activities prepared the program to be fully implemented starting 2012–2013 and contribute to program expected results.

The Climate Change Adaptation Program directly supports the Adaptation Theme's immediate and intermediate outcomes. The program works with Aboriginal governments, communities, and other government departments to increase collaboration on climate change adaptation (immediate outcome). The Program's focus is to provide funding to communities to assess their risks and opportunities arising from a changing climate and identify adaptation measures to address risks and opportunities arising from climate change (immediate outcome). Following the development of adaptation plans and identification of specific actions to reduce the impacts of climate change, some communities will move to implement adaptation measures, which is the Theme's intermediate outcome and the Program's ultimate outcome.

2011–2012 CAA Program Lessons Learned

There is increasing interest in the program from all regions in Canada, which led to a significant uptake in the call for Letters of Interest for 2012–2013. The program will strive to manage a clear and transparent proposal development and review process, selecting projects that will build the knowledge base and promote adaptive action on climate change. The key challenge facing the program is to identify and target vulnerable communities that have not previously participated in the program. Efforts will be made to communicate information about the program and support them in developing their project proposals.

CAA Program Spending Information

Total Approved Funding: $19,717,100
2011–2012 Planned Spending: $1,349,420
2011–2012 Actual Spending: $1,349,420

CAA Theme: Adaptation
CAA Program Name: Integrating Adaptation into Codes and Standards for Northern Infrastructure
Department: Aboriginal Affairs and Northern Development Canada

2011–2012 Departmental Program Activity Architecture

4 The North
4.1 Northern Governance and People
4.1.3 Climate Change Adaptation

2011–2012 CAA Program Expected Achievements

The Northern Infrastructure Standardization Initiative (NISI) is a joint collaboration between AANDC and the Standards Council of Canada (SCC) to support Aboriginal and northern communities in building and designing safer and more resilient infrastructure. The Initiative is working towards the development of codes, standards and guidelines for northern infrastructure that consider climate change impacts. AANDC supports the facilitation of the Initiative's Northern Advisory Committee (NAC) by engaging and supporting the members of the committee.

AANDC's overall expected results are as follows:

Expected Result: Aboriginal and northern communities implement adaptation measures and decisions to protect community health and safety

Indicator: Number of new and revised codes and standards for infrastructure being adopted in the North; number of new and revised guidelines for infrastructure being adopted in the North

Target: 3 to 5 new and/or revised codes, standards, guidelines/5–10 years

Data Source: Administrative data: program records, files and reports

Frequency of Data Collection: Annually

2011–2012 CAA Program Achievements/Performance Summary

The NISI received funding approval in the fall of 2011. A National Advisory Committee was formed to build capacity and share knowledge among northern practitioners and regulators about the issues regarding infrastructure development in a changing climate. The Committee consists of two Assistant Deputy Minister representatives from each territorial government and Nunavik, ensuring appropriate guidance.

The NISI supports the Adaptation Theme's immediate outcome of identifying adaptation measures to address risks and opportunities arising from climate change and the intermediate outcome of implementing adaptation measures. The revision and development of codes, standards and guidelines will be a tangible adaptation measure that can be adopted and used by jurisdictions throughout the North to strengthen infrastructure. AANDC and SCC are establishing the governance and operational structures to move towards these outcomes in the coming years.

2011–2012 Program Lessons Learned

The NISI has generated interest in the North across jurisdictions. The challenge will be to keep appropriate government organizations and communities engaged while managing competing priorities and ensuring expectations are met.

CAA Program Spending Information

Total Approved Funding: $935,000
2011–2012 Planned Spending: $187,000
2011–2012 Actual Spending: $187,000

CAA Theme: Clean Energy
CAA Program Name: ecoENERGY for Aboriginal and Northern Communities
Department: Aboriginal Affairs and Northern Development Canada

2011–2012 Departmental Program Activity Architecture

3 The Land and Economy
3.3 Community Infrastructure
3.3.5 Renewable Energy and Energy Efficiency

2011–2012 CAA Program Expected Achievements

The ecoENERGY for Aboriginal and Northern Communities Program is a proposal-based program which focuses exclusively on Aboriginal and northern communities with an emphasis on off-grid communities that currently use diesel generators to produce electricity. Introduction of proven renewable energy and energy efficiency measures will lead to GHG reductions.

The program provides contributions to support projects under two funding streams. Up to $250,000 funding is available for pre-feasibility and feasibility studies of renewable energy projects (e.g. wind, small hydro, solar, biomass) that result in greater than 4000 tonnes of GHG reductions over their lifecycle; and up to $100,000 funding is available for design and construction of energy projects integrated with community buildings (e.g. solar heating, ground source heat pumps, high efficiency heating systems).

The Program's overall expected results are as follows:

Expected Result: Reduced greenhouse gas emissions in Aboriginal and northern communities

Indicator: Projected reductions in GHG emissions over a 20-year project lifecycle resulting from all projects funded by the ecoENERGY for Aboriginal and Northern Communities Program (2011–2016)

Target: Projected 1.5 Mt/5 years

Data Source: Administrative data: program records, files and reports

Frequency of Data Collection: Annually

Output: Funded energy projects

Indicator: Number of projects funded by the ecoENERGY for Aboriginal and Northern Communities Program

Target: 10–20 year

Data Source: Administrative data: program records, files and reports

Frequency of Data Collection: Annually

2011–2012 CAA Program Achievements/Performance Summary

The Program's results for 2011–2012 are as follows:

• Projects funded in 2011–2012 are expected to reduce GHG emissions by 0.9 Mt over the course of a 20-year project lifecycle.
• The Program received 81 proposals in 2011–2012, of which 36 were provided funding support. Supported projects were in 36 different communities, 13 of which are off-grid communities and 24 communities which had not previously received funding from the ecoENERGY program.

Through the work described above, AANDC's ecoENERGY for Aboriginal and Northern Communities Program directly addresses the Clean Energy Theme's ultimate outcome of reduced emissions of greenhouse gases from the energy sector, by reducing emissions from Aboriginal and northern communities. With financial support in the early phases of development for renewable energy projects, communities have an increased capacity to adopt cleaner energy technologies (immediate outcome). When projects are implemented, as is directly the case with the energy projects integrated with community buildings stream and later in the process with the renewable energy projects stream, clean energy technologies are adopted (intermediate outcome).

2011–2012 Program Lessons Learned

As the program is on track to meet its targets, adjustments are not currently required. The program has prepared a comprehensive risk profile, including a mitigation plan. The key risks to the program are as follows:

• There is a risk that funded projects do not deliver the proposed levels of GHG emission reductions. The program supports projects with a higher likelihood of implementation based on a thorough and third party corroborated proposal review process.
• The key challenge facing the program is over-subscription. The program works to support projects that will have the greatest impact on their community, in terms of viability, relative levels of GHG reductions and in fostering future reduction efforts.
• In order to foster additional projects that lead to GHG reductions, communications materials are prepared to highlight successful projects as they are implemented.

CAA Program Spending Information

Total Approved Funding: $19,632,100
2011–2012 Planned Spending: $3,926,420
2011–2012 Actual Spending: $3,926,420