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Reducing Our Impact
Zero Waste Challenge
Over the past few years, many people have shifted their focus inward to their homes and immediate communities. That makes this the perfect time to examine our own habits and lifestyles, and reset our intentions.
To be clear, the term “zero-waste” is only a shorthand term for a global waste reduction strategy. It is not expected that the City and its citizens will actually be able to reduce waste generation down to zero. We can, however, rethink what items we bring into our homes.
To help citizens reflect on what actions they can take, every few months, the City will be offering different activities and events under various environmental themes, as well as different levels of actions we can take individually. You are invited to participate in these themed challenges and activities, so that we can reduce our waste production as a community and achieve our Zero Waste targets!
Consult the subjects, presented in 2021
April
Spring Cleaning
May - June
Organic Waste
July - August
Gatherings
September - October
Getting Ready For Winter
November - December
Recycling – The Last “R”
Energy Efficiency
The City of Dorval is pleased to be able to offer its citizens a home energy evaluation kit to help them better understand their home’s energy consumption while also helping them identify ways to save energy in their house.
While not the equivalent of an EnerGuide extensive energy evaluation, this kit will allow you to do your own assessment of your home's potential energy savings.
By taking a few simple and cost-effective actions, you will get a clear picture of your energy consumption and make your home more environmentally-friendly, while reducing your impact on the environment, as well as the City’s. Together, we can make a difference!
Toolkit Content
Along with a detailed guide and high-level instructions on how to use the tools, the case comprises the following:
Electricity Usage Monitor
Measures the energy demand of an electrical appliance.
Imaging IR (Infrared) Thermometer
Measures the temperature of areas, objects, and surfaces.
LED Lightbulb
Use with the electricity usage monitor to see the difference in energy use compared to a conventional incandescent or compact fluorescent lightbulb.
Light Meter
Measures the amount of light in a room.
Stopwatch
Records accurate time for shower or tap flow rate test.
Borrowing procédure
Residents can reserve the toolkit
- in person at the Dorval Library (1401 chemin du Bord-du-Lac—Lakeshore)
- by phone (at 514 633-4170)
- or online by accessing their library client file (biblioweb.ville.dorval.qc.ca)
The user has 3 days to pick up the kit once the reservation notice has been sent.
Loan terms
- Loans are for adult members of the Library only and their file must be in good standing.
- The loan is for a ten-day period and is free but it cannot be renewed.
Late fees
Please note that there is a specific late fee for this tool, despite the abolition of late fees at the Library.
- The late fees are set at $50 per week. After a two-week period, the full value of the kit will be charged ($500), in addition to the late fee already assessed.
- Replacement fees for lost or damaged items, up to the maximum of the total worth of the toolkit ($500)
If, at any point, you require help while using the Home Energy Toolkit or if you would like more advice about conserving home energy, please contact the City of Dorval’s Environment Committee at DorvalEnviro@ville.dorval.qc.ca.
Instruction manuals - Detailed versions
To view the detailed instruction manual, click on the name of the tool.
Electricity Usage Monitor
FLIR TG165
Imaging IR (Infrared) Thermometer
REED R8140
Light Meter
REED SW600
Stopwatch
Guide for Eco-Responsible Events
As part of its commitment to reducing the ecological footprint of its activities, the City of Dorval is pleased to provide a guide to event organizers.
Whether you are employees, volunteers, suppliers, or partners, whether your event is big or small, whether it is a festive, cultural, community, or sporting event, this guide proposes concrete actions to reduce the environmental footprint of your activities.
A mini guide was also created for users of municipal facilities who wish to have a summary list of tips for reducing the impact of their gatherings and activities.
Green Line
The City of Dorval, concerned about the protection of the environment, offers a Green Line to meet the horticultural needs of Dorval residents.
During the summer season, an eco-consultant is available to assist you in the transition to greener practices and answer questions concerning:
- Ecological lawn care practices
- Pesticide-free alternatives and methods of controlling insects, disease, and weed problems
- Techniques to make your own compost
- Ecological initiatives to help reduce your environmental footprint
For all your eco-questions, call your eco-consultant. It’s free!
Contact the City of Dorval’s Green Line at 514 633-4018 or at greenline@ville.dorval.qc.ca.
A matter of common sense!
Have you hired a lawn care company to maintain your property?
Has this company offered services for fertilization, parasite management or weed control?
Please make sure that the company has its annual registration certificate issued by the municipality. The certificate guaranties that your entrepreneur has the required qualifications to properly serve you and that they are authorised to work on Dorval territory.
For any questions or concerns please contact the Green Line.
Enjoy the summer!
Green Patrol
To raise awareness and educate citizens with the aim of improving its territorial performance in waste management, the City of Dorval benefits from a Green Patrol during the summer period.
Starting in late May, two patrollers tour the streets of the City to reach out to residents and businesses in order to provide them with the necessary information to adopt better waste sorting practices. Various information tools will be distributed.
Don’t hesitate to approach these patrollers and ask them questions, notably at the kiosks that are set up during certain summer events organized by the City. In addition to waste management, the Green Patrol also promotes the environmental grants available to Dorval residents and tackles subjects such as the protection of ash trees and the new municipal by-law on pesticides.
Tips and Tricks
It is possible to preserve and to protect our environment by bringing light changes to our everyday life habits. Here are some tips and tricks to be more ecological!
Did you know?
- that if every Dorval resident replaced just one ordinary light bulb by an Energy Star light bulb, this would result in a 293 ton reduction of greenhouse gas effect, per year?
- that by using cold water to do your laundry, you save the equivalent of 14,000 litres of hot water yearly?
- that a motor that idles for 10 minutes a day burns 100 litres of gas per year and produces an emission of a quarter of a ton of greenhouse gas effect?
- that at -10° C, 30 seconds is sufficient to lubricate your motor?
- that residents use close to 300,000 batteries annually? You can reduce pollution by recycling them during the household hazardous waste pickup and by recycling your rechargeable batteries at both community centres.
Web Article
Heatwaves and trees
Did you know that it is important to water trees during heatwaves? Young trees and new plantations are particularly vulnerable to drought because their root system is not yet well developed, which disrupts photosynthesis and slows their growth. Mature trees are also at risk because urban soils are often degraded, which exposes them even more to the damaging effects of drought. A watering bag can be installed on young trees while larger trees can be irrigated by letting water flow at a low rate on the root system.