Energy Efficiency Alberta

• Alberta government officially ends agency created to handle green rebates and programs

  Alberta is closing the door on an agency that championed eco-initiatives but was ridiculed by Premier Jason Kenney as a costly conduit for "shower heads and light bulbs.''

  Environment

  Jun 11, 2020
  
• Alberta solar rebate program showing no signs of renewal

  There were 948 projects left unapproved when the rebate program's funding ran out, 24 of those were for non-profit organizations.

  Economy

  Aug 16, 2019
  
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• Edmonton prefers province runs renewable energy home improvement program

  A new report heading to Edmonton City Council's executive committee says the city itself could take the lead role in administering a new program that would help to make people's homes or businesses become more energy efficient.

  Politics

  Jul 4, 2019
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• UCP members sworn in at Alberta legislature ahead of spring session

  The 63 members of the United Conservative caucus, including Premier Jason Kenney, were sworn in at the legislature on Tuesday morning.

  Economy

  May 21, 2019
• Solar companies concerned with Alberta rebate program uncertainty

  Alberta Premier Jason Kenney has said his government’s first priority is to repeal the province’s carbon tax, but what happens to programs that rely on that funding? There is concern in the solar industry.

  Economy

  May 16, 2019
• Mayors mobilizing on climate change as provinces mull ending programs

  Concerned that the Kenney government will end programs run by Energy Efficiency Alberta, the city of Edmonton is considering other options to offer you energy incentives for you to go green.

  Environment

  Apr 25, 2019
• Feds announce initial step to help large emitters cut greenhouse gasses

  Natural Resources Minister Amarjeet Sohi Wednesday announced a $1.8 million investment to support large industrial facilities manage their greenhouse gas emissions.

  Environment

  Feb 27, 2019
• Alberta increasing solar rebates as the green energy industry grows 500% since 2015

  To up the incentive, Energy Efficiency Alberta is increasing solar rebate levels by 15 per cent for homes and 25 per cent for non-profits.

  Environment

  Nov 12, 2018
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• More visible panels could be key to solar energy sell: Alberta researcher

  For some time now, Canadians have been encouraged to retrofit their homes in order to reduce their carbon footprint. In Alberta, homeowners have been incentivized to install solar panels on their homes through solar rebates.

  Consumer

  Sep 11, 2018
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• Calgary company concerned by changes to rebates for energy efficiency products

  A Calgary company working with businesses to retrofit their traditional lighting with high-efficiency LED sources is upset with the elimination or reduction of a number of rebates from Energy Efficiency Alberta.

  Environment

  Jul 12, 2018