Based on the unit resources and additional information located on the internet if necessary, please prepare a case study on the key components and generic benefits of conducting community energy planning for a community located in the same province/territory as your Unit 3 Briefing Note or Unit 5 Case Study, allowing for identifying connections between provincial/territorial policy and energy markets and local and regional planning processes. Provided here are links to the Climate Action Plans from some local governments in three different provinces (City of Vancouver, Township of Langley, City of Calgary, City of Toronto). Students can use one of these or find another similar plan from a different City.

The assignment should be: Approximately 1,000 words or 5 pages in length (APA format), including figures and tables, if appropriate. Written at a level and with language that would be beneficial to knowledgeable local government staff and management with basic energy literacy and a moderate understanding of energy management. Comprehensive to ensure that all key aspects of the community energy planning processes are covered, including the linkages to broader local government neighbourhood, community and/or regional planning. Evidence-based and not anecdotal. Inclusive of at least five citations from the required reading and/or official websites of local governments or organizations such as the Community Energy Association or QUEST.