We’re hiring! OCAF Manager of Programs and Operations
The Manager will play a pivotal role in OCAF’s programming and operations, helping to shape and advance our mission and support our growth. Climate Change Efforts You will be deeply involved in OCAF’s core climate…
A missing piece of the local transportation puzzle – Ottawa Bike Share Report
Imagine a city where you can get where you need to go, and get there on time, using a wider mix of transportation services. In many cities around the world, bike share is an important…
Rising Electricity Demand Calls for Least-Cost Energy Strategy
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE July 4, 2024 A least-cost energy strategy can keep rising utility costs under control by boosting energy efficiency, speeding up heat pump installations, and using local renewable energy sources to reduce the…
PREVENT, PREPARE, PROSPER: Climate Solutions Will Help Build the Local Economy
From downtown revitalization to affordable housing, from tapping Ottawa’s tech prowess to building a 21st century workforce, actions to address climate change will help the city move farther, faster on all of its pressing challenges.…
Fill It First: Delivering More Affordable Housing, Faster Can Also Cut Emissions
A quick, effective option to help damp down the affordable housing crisis is hiding in plain sight. And if we make the right choices, the actions we take could help Ottawa get its greenhouse gas…
Engaging Ottawa renters in retrofits
OCAF is supporting Ottawa ACORN to meaningfully bring Ottawa low- and moderate-income renters into the climate and retrofit conversation. This initiative will educate and empower tenants to take climate action, and engage their landlords on…