About Change For Climate Edmonton
Official City of Edmonton environment account. Posts on energy transition, climate change & environment, to help make YEG more sustainable & resilient.
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Check out this #MayorReads video, with some wise advice about tackling problems like climate change.
Another chance to catch the Solar PV 101 class by the Solar Energy Society of Alberta! Happening October 10.
Don't forget, in partnership with Energy Efficiency Alberta, we offer a rebate for residential solar installations. www.changeforclimate.ca/solar
Eyes are windows to our souls. But windows are weak spots in our homes in terms of energy. If you’re not ready to replace your windows, here’s a #tinyexplanation on how to use window film to increase efficiency.
Considering changing your windows? Make a #changeforclimate and find out what to look for: https://changeforclimate.ca/…/install-e nergy-efficient-wind…
Help make Edmonton an energy sustainable city. Get EnerGuide to learn how to reduce your home’s energy use.
“We are proud to be a member of the Corporate Climate Leaders Program. NAIT is committed to sustainability and reducing our impact on the environment. The amount of energy NAIT uses per square foot has dropped 30% below 2009 levels. As a leading polytechnic, NAIT continues to look at innovative ways to reduce our energy consumption.” - Dr. Glenn Feltham, President and CEO, NAIT
Join our Corporate Climate Leaders Program! Registration closes October 26, 2018. For more informat...ion, visit www.changeforclimate.ca/climateleaders
NAIT, BioWare, Intuit Canada
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Save on energy efficiency products starting today!
Many Edmonton Federation of Community Leagues - EFCL are making their buildings more #energyefficient. Find out how Cloverdale has done this!
Your business may be a prime candidate for a solar array! Alberta companies small and large are going #solar.
The Solar Energy Society of Alberta’s free public seminar Solar Power Your Business takes place on Thursday, October 4 at 7 pm. Learn about all of the things a business owners should consider before going solar, and why an Edmonton company chose to install 217 kW of solar on its roof.
There'll also be networking and food at Solar Drinks from 5-7 pm:... https://solaralberta.ca/events/edmonton-s olar-drinks
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“We believe the Corporate Climate Leaders Program will help us drive performance around sustainable business practices. The program provides tools that will allow us to easily quantify and monitor our energy consumption and waste diversion efforts as part of our carbon reduction strategy. It also provides the opportunity to learn from other leading companies through sharing of best practices and success stories.” - Rob Otway, Vice President and District Manager, PCL Constru...ction Management Inc.
Join our Corporate Climate Leaders Program! Registration closes October 26, 2018. For more information, visit www.changeforclimate.ca/climateleaders
PCL Construction, Fillmore Construction Inc., StreetSide Developments, Solution 105, Intuit Canada
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Feel a draft under the door? That breeze means wasted energy and money. Find out how to fix it with weatherstripping.
A Tiny Explanation is a series of short how-to videos and infographics to help you take action on climate change. You will find explanations on how to make your home more energy efficient and other big and small changes you can make to help Edmonton be more energy sustainable and resilient. Check out changeforclimate.ca for more ways you can take action.
Seal up those drafty windows. This #tinyexplanation shows you what tools you need to caulk your window and how to do it.
Make a #changeforclimate by learning more about weatherproofing your home: https://changeforclimate.ca/action/weathe rproof-your-home
“The University of Alberta has been a leader in energy efficiency, GHG reductions, and sustainability for over 30 years. Participating in the Corporate Climate Leaders Program allows us to share our experiences with other organizations, and to engage and educate our own students, staff, and faculties about climate change action.” - Michael Versteege, Manager, Energy Management and Sustainable Operations, University of Alberta
Join our Corporate Climate Leaders Program! Regist...ration closes October 26, 2018. For more information, visit www.changeforclimate.ca/climateleaders
University of Alberta, Situation Brewing Company, Latitude 53, Art Gallery of Alberta, SNAP - Society of Northern Alberta Print-Artists, @peterrobertsongallery
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Some coverage from our event yesterday on going #renewable
Canadian Institute for Energy Training - CIET still has spaces available in energy-related training. These workshops are a great opportunity for professional development. Plus residents of Alberta can save 50%, thanks to Energy Efficiency Alberta.
Register for a workshop today!
Get $400 off the cost of your evaluation when you share your EnerGuide label. Learn more.
Get inspired! 10 community leaders will be sharing their stories on how they’re taking action on #climatechange. Join us for #ChangeForClimate Talks on October 24.
Join Mayor Don Iveson and Mayor Dale Ross for an informal and insightful chat around the importance of renewable energy in meeting economic, social and climate change goals.
We are moments away from welcoming Georgetown, Texas Mayor Dale Ross!
Last year, thanks to Mayor Ross’ advocacy, Georgetown became the largest city in the United States to be powered entirely by renewable energy!
Come down to City Hall at noon to watch as Mayor Iveson and Mayor Ross discuss the Road to 100 per cent renewables.