Selkirk Recreational Complex sees sunny power boost
The City of Selkirk is using the sun’s rays to power its Recreational Complex. Solar panels were mounted on the south facing roof for maximum exposure to the sun. Continue reading
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Regina man goes green to stay ahead of curve amidst carbon tax
By Katelyn Wilson Reporter
While many are angry about the impact the carbon tax is having on their wallets, others are embracing the change. Continue reading
‘Tiny homes’ provide shelter, job skills for central Alberta First Nation
By Sarah Kraus Reporter
After six months of hard work, eleven students officially graduated from a tiny home building program on the Montana First Nation in central Alberta. Continue reading
Saskatoon Mennonite church takes renewable energy approach
The transition to solar power makes a Saskatoon congregation the first Mennonite church in the province to adopt the renewable energy source. Continue reading
Massive solar farm within Calgary city limits inches closer to reality
By Adam MacVicar Digital Journalist
Calgary’s planning commission is recommending council approve the building of a massive solar farm in the city, which would be the largest in Western Canada. Continue reading
Edmonton tech firm to turn windows into solar panels, gets financial boost to go commercial
By Sarah Kraus Reporter
A company operating out of the University of Alberta is one step closer to turning windows into transparent solar panels — thanks to a grant of carbon tax revenues. Continue reading
Lethbridge County looks to expand solar power in the community
Lethbridge County is looking at incorporating more green energy sources to use for power in the area. Continue reading
Economic opportunity in cannabis takes centre stage at Indigenous Agriculture Summit
By Cami Kepke Reporter
Cowessess First Nation says they’re receiving weekly phone calls from investors looking for a partnership in the cannabis industry. Continue reading
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. Continue reading
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. Continue reading