Environmental footprint
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MAKE THE CHOICE TO LIVE IN AN ECOLOGICALLY BALANCED ENVIRONMENT
To act in a responsible manner, respectful of ecosystems and of future generations, Quebeckers and all Canadians should reduce their overall consumption by 4 times less than their current level. We must, therefore, take a closer look at our way of life.
It is possible to act in all spheres of our lives. Reducing our footprint by reviewing our way of building and renovating is a good start and something we can all do. This choice is within everyone’s reach.
In Canada, the housing sector is responsible for 17% of the total energy consumed. Residential consumption of water per person is 274 liters per day. Everyone must live somewhere: Why not try to live better?