Sustainable Communities

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Young Environmental Professionals Aldermen Brian Pincott (Ward 11) and John Mar (Ward 8) and potentially other Aldermen will discuss "sustainability" initiatives in the city and their community. Each Alderman will speak for 10 minutes about environmental concerns and create an opportunity to discuss the specific actions they plan on taking as Alderman. There will be a 20 minutes Question & Answer period at the end. Date: Wednesday, Nov. 14 Read More

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Alberta Low Impact Development Partnership and the City of Edmonton are pleased to present a low impact development conference, "Innovations in Urban Development". The goal of the conference is to provide an opportunity for participants to gain a greater understanding of low impact development concepts and real life initiatives. The conference will include a workshop as well as key presentations over a wide range of topics. Topics will include storm water management, wetland and riparian area protection, land use bylaws, LID practices in urban drainages and more. Read More

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Join the City's Eco-Footprint Team to learn about Calgary's Ecological Footprint and what your family can do to help reduce their impact on the environment. Visit us at the following Calgary Public Library locations this fall: Read More

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Join award-winning journalist Chris Turner to celebrate the launch of his new book, "The Geography of Hope: A Tour of the World We Need." See a first-hand report on the state of the art in sustainable living around the globe and find out how to bring it to your community from local activists Sustainable Calgary and many other organizations." Read More