Dec
08
2022
Blog posts
Mar
03
2022
A Brief Comparison of Edmonton and Calgary’s Climate Change Plans & Progress
BACKGROUND
As climate change will likely “result in long-term changes in temperature and precipitation… increased frequency and severity of weather events such as droughts, floods, forest fires, and severe storms”, this change brings with it both great challenges and unique opportunities (Government of Alberta, 2021). Two of Alberta’s largest municipalities - Edmonton and Calgary - have been working to address climate change through their mitigation and adaptation plans. Read More
Nov
27
2021
COP26 Outcomes, Canada’s Commitments & the Resulting Effects on Alberta
COP26 officially concluded as of November 12, 2021 where world leaders and delegates came together at the UN's yearly climate summit to assess progress in dealing with climate change.
COP26 Outcomes
Reaffirmed Paris Agreement Commitments
197 countries signed the Glasgow Climate Pact, reaffirming commitments made during the Paris Agreement. The pact concentrated on mitigation, adaptation (loss and damages), finance, and collaboration and stated that carbon emissions must be reduced by 45% by 2030 to reach the 1.5°C goal. Read More
May
20
2020
Environmental reporting rules in Alberta modified during COVID-19 outbreak
By Jeff Wiehler
Three ministerial orders introduced at the end of March modified environmental reporting requirements in Alberta, citing challenges of complying with routine reporting during the COVID-19 outbreak. Following those ministerial orders, the Alberta Energy Regulator released two decisions on May 20 to suspend operators' monitoring requirements due to health and safety concerns during the pandemic. Read More
May
06
2020
Response to COVID-related stimulus spending from environmental groups
Joint statements and recommendations from environmental groups across Canada
Over the past month, Canada’s civil society, particularly environment-focused organizations, has been advocating for Covid-19-era federal financial support and investments to be channelled to provide benefits for workers, ecosystems and the climate. Read More
May
04
2020
Alberta environmental groups moving campaigns online during the COVID-19 outbreak
Ideas and resources for virtual events and campaigns
With limitations to in-person gatherings during the COVID-19 outbreak, the only option for large events and rallies is to transition them online. Albertans can still join, learn and act – all from behind their computers or smartphones.
Many environmental groups and organizations in Alberta have swiftly adapted to virtual events and campaigns. Even though this change was not expected, it is an opportunity to experiment with delivering different styles and formats. Read More
Dec
24
2019
Let's grow and mobilize our network
Thank you for your interest in and support for the Alberta Environmental Network in 2019. The AEN had a very busy year and we are planning for our activity and network to grow in 2020! Here's some of the highlights from 2019 that I am most excited about:
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AEN members creating and disseminating a pre-election survey of provincial political parties asking them their positions and policies on key environmental issues. |
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| Promoting members’ campaigns such as CPAWS’ Bighorn Country campaign, as well as creating an AEN Energy Efficiency campaign in partnership with Efficiency Canada and the Alberta Energy Efficiency Alliance. | |
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Growing the network to intersect with other movements including health. |
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Launching the AEN Climate Caucus and Climate Communications Working Group. |
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Convening and connecting Alberta climate strikers and activists with AEN members in Edmonton. |
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Electing four new directors to the AEN board, representing more regions in Alberta. |
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| Planning the creation of new caucuses and working groups in 2020. |
Feb
13
2019
Ticket Giveaway for Alberta Ecotrust's 2019 Environmental Gathering
Alberta Ecotrust is partnering with Community Drinks for a giveaway:
Attend Community Drinks on Wednesday, March 6 from 5:30 to 8:00 pm at Last Best Brewing & Distilling in Calgary to enter the draw for your chance to win a ticket to the 2019 Environmental Gathering! The ticket is worth $250+, and gives you access to two full days of presentations and workshops, food and beverage, networking break activities, and our networking reception! Read More
Jul
22
2015
Feb
06
2015
ENGO response to Edmonton Journal story on the Capital Region Fine Particulate Response
The Edmonton Journal published a story on the release of the Capital Region Fine Particulate Response. Bill Calder of the Prairie Acid Rain Coalition, who is quoted in the story and served as ENGO delegate to the Committee that developed the response, posted the following response to the story. Read More
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