Renewables & Alternatives

Feb
20
2016

Zero Carbon Laneway House - Open House

Carbon Busters
Feb 20 2016 - 8:00pm to 11:00pm

A 638 square foot garage with an additional 638 square feet of living space, designed to emit no greenhouse gases from operations and be net zero renewably powered on an annual basis, this building demonstrates the future of smart grid- integrated design, featuring electric car charging, a solar wall, air-to-water heat pump, and thermal storage. Read More

Facebook event

Location

10822 123 Street NW
Edmonton , AB
See map: Google Maps
Climate Change
Renewables & Alternatives
Energy Conservation
Sustainable Communities
Feb
10
2016

EcoCity Edmonton: Community Sustainability Grant Learning Session

City of Edmonton
Alberta Ecotrust
Feb 10 2016 - 9:00pm to 10:00pm
Feb 11 2016 - 1:00am to 2:00am

From the City of Edmonton website:

We are partnering with Alberta Ecotrust to deliver environmental grants to help support energy literate citizens with energy conserving lifestyles and a strong shift to active and public transportation.

We believe these grants, available to non-profits, community leagues, schools and charities, will engage Edmontonians to work on these challenges and provide them with support to collaborate and to create positive environmental change in their own backyards.

The focus will be on community projects that help to reduce greenhouse gas emissions.

Examples of neighbourhood projects include:

  • Walking school bus
  • Installation of solar panels on a community facility
  • Tool-lending library

You must attend one of the learning sessions to apply for the grants.

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Learn more about the EcoCity Edmonton grants on the Alberta Ecotrust website
Source: City of Edmonton

Location

City of Edmonton Knowledge Centre, 2nd Floor HSBC Building
10250 101 Street NW (attached to the City Centre Mall West)
Edmonton , AB
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Alberta Ecotrust
Climate Change
Renewables & Alternatives
Sustainable Communities
Bicycling & other human-powered transport
Feb
12
2016

Solar PV and Biomass information for Northern Communities

Peace River Environmental Society
Feb 12 2016 - 4:00pm to 11:00pm

Municipal Councils and CAO’s and MLA’s are cordially invited to an information day on Solar electricity and Biomass energy for communities in Northern Alberta. Read More

Location

Springfield School Gymnasium
7701 99 Street
Peace River , AB
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Peace River Environmental Society
Renewables & Alternatives
Electricity Generation & Transmission
Nov
27
2015

SESA Seminar: Solar Systems—The Home Owner Experience

Solar Energy Society of Alberta
Nov 27 2015 - 2:00am to 3:30am

Solar electric, solar heating, solar hot air or solar hot water systems are going in all over Alberta. Some of them are 20 or more years old. Come hear from the homeowners that are utilizing these technologies every day. Solar system owners will share their motivations, details of finances, neighbor’s reactions, both anticipated and unanticipated results and highlights of the process.

Come to Solar Drinks before the event to eat and network!

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Source: Solar Energy Society of Alberta

Location

CN Theatre (Room 5-142)
MacEwan University City Centre Campus (105th Street Building)
Edmonton , AB
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Energy
Renewables & Alternatives
Electricity Generation & Transmission
Sustainable Communities
Built Environment
Nov
26
2015

SESA Seminar: Solar Systems—The Home Owner Experience

Solar Energy Society of Alberta
Nov 26 2015 - 2:00am to 3:30am

Free SESA Seminar in Calgary, Open to the Public.

Solar electric, solar heating, solar hot air or solar hot water systems are going in all over Alberta. Some of them are 20 or more years old. Come hear from the homeowners that are utilizing these technologies every day. Solar system owners will share their motivations, details of finances, neighbor’s reactions, both anticipated and unanticipated results and highlights of the process. Read More

Source: Solar Energy Society of Alberta

Location

Room NR112, Southern Alberta Institute of Technology
1301 16 Avenue NW
Calgary , AB
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Energy
Renewables & Alternatives
Electricity Generation & Transmission
Sustainable Communities
Built Environment
Nov
09
2015

For health’s sake, it’s time to phase-out coal-fired electricity generation

Health, clean energy and environment groups come together to call for an end to Alberta’s dirty coal problem

Pembina Institute
Alberta Medical Association
Asthma Society of Canada
Canadian Association of Physicians for the Environment
Health Sciences Association of Alberta
The Lung Association, Alberta & NWT
Greengate Power Corporation

CALGARY — World leaders will converge on Paris next month for climate change talks. Alberta is developing a strategy to demonstrate its intention to contribute to the global imperative of tackling climate change. Phasing out coal for producing electricity promises to be a hallmark of this strategy.

The time has come to bring greater attention to the public health benefits that would be realized by accelerating the phase out of coal-fired electricity. Read More

Source: Pembina Institute
Pembina Institute
Energy
Renewables & Alternatives
Air Quality
Coal
Electricity Generation & Transmission
Environmental Health
Nov
14
2015

Edmonton's Community Energy Forum

Nov 14 2015 - 4:00pm to Nov 15 2015 - 12:00am
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Inspiring sustainable action in your city

Please join the City of Edmonton and community partners for a one-day forum to discuss issues of energy transition, climate change and building a sustainable future. The intent of this one-day event is for citizens to:

Source: City of Edmonton

Location

Shaw Conference Centre
Edmonton , AB
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Climate Change
Energy
Renewables & Alternatives
Sustainable Communities
Bicycling & other human-powered transport
Sep
09
2015

21st Century Energy—Transitioning to Clean Energy, Alberta's Opportunity

Alberta Wilderness Association
Canadian Association of Physicians for the Environment
Solar Energy Society of Alberta
Sep 9 2015 - 1:00am to 2:30am

Doors open at 6:30 pm. Speakers and Dialogue from 7-8:30 pm. 

What might the United States teach Albertans about the ramping up to healthier and climate protective energy? How quickly can coal be phased out and how can Albertans help the energy transition?  Read More

Source: Solar Energy Society of Alberta

Location

CN Theatre (5-142)
MacEwan University City Centre Campus (105 Street Building)
Edmonton , AB
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Alberta Wilderness Association
Energy
Renewables & Alternatives
Conventional Oil & Gas
Coal
Electricity Generation & Transmission
Oil Sands
Aug
24
2015

Government of Alberta launches climate change leadership consultations

Government of Alberta
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Initiative: 
Climate Leadership Discussions
Deadline: 
18 Sep 2015

Updated: Open house times and locations added

On August 14, 2015, the Alberta government introduced their Climate Change Advisory Panel. Watch the announcement:

The panel is tasked with:

"…engaging Albertans, Aboriginal communities, and technical stakeholders on key issues related to climate change. They will facilitate conversations, consider input, and provide advice to Alberta's Minister of Environment and Parks. Input from the Panel will inform a new action plan on climate change for Alberta."

The Government also released the Climate Leadership Discussion Document, and launched the Climate Leadership Discussion survey to gather input from Albertans. The survey will be open until September 18. The Panel will also be hosting public forums in Calgary and Edmonton:

Calgary Tues, Sept 1
5:30-8:30 pm		 Courtyard Marriot Calgary Airport
Stampede Ballroom
2500 48 Avenue NE
Edmonton Wed, Sept 2
5:30-8:30 pm		 Chateau Louis Hotel & Conference Centre
Grand Ballroom
11727 Kingsway Avenue
Link: Climate Leadership Discussions homepage
Link: Climate Leadership Discussion Document (pdf)
Link: Climate Leadership Discussion survey
Climate Change
Energy
Renewables & Alternatives
Environmental Law & Policy
Energy Conservation
Conventional Oil & Gas
Coal
Electricity Generation & Transmission
Oil Sands
Aug
14
2015

Climate change panel and consultation plan signal a shift in Alberta

Panel's expertise and broad consultation will help inform Alberta's efforts to take meaningful climate action
Pembina Institute

CALGARY — Ed Whittingham, executive director at the Pembina Institute, made the following statement in response to today’s announcement detailing members of the province’s climate change advisory panel and its consultation approach:

“The provincial government and panel chair, Andrew Leach, have put together a well-balanced line up of experts who bring a mix of perspectives and experience to guide its climate change consultation process.

“A broad and transparent consultation process will provide valuable input as the province seeks to develop a credible climate strategy that reflects the priorities and concerns of Albertans.

“Addressing climate change with timely, science-based and effective action is a critical foundation for Alberta’s future health and prosperity. The Pembina Institute welcomes the broad scope of the consultation plan and the clear framing of the challenge outlined by the Minister. There are many solutions available to help Alberta cut carbon pollution and adopt cleaner energy options. We look forward to working with the panel and participating in the consultation sessions.”

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Source: Pembina Institute
Pembina Institute
Climate Change
Energy
Renewables & Alternatives
Environmental Law & Policy
Conventional Oil & Gas
Coal
Electricity Generation & Transmission
Oil Sands

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