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  • Alberta Water Council and the Alberta Watershed Planning and Advisory Councils: Guide for Building Resiliency to Multi-Year Drough

    The Alberta Water Council (AWC) and Watershed Planning and Advisory Councils (WPACs) are major partners identified in Alberta’s Water for Life strategy, which is the overarching government-wide strategy for water in Alberta. Our quality of life, and life itself, depends on having a healthy and sustainable water supply, and partnerships are a strong foundation for…

  • Adaptation Resilience Training (ART) Program: Preparing Alberta’s Next Climate Leaders

    The Adaptation Resilience Training (ART) Program is shaping Alberta’s future by equipping students and recent graduates with hands-on experience in climate adaptation and resilience. Implemented by the University of Alberta’s Sustainability Council in close collaboration with Alberta Environment and Protected Areas (AEPA), the ART program is funded by AEPA, with additional funding previously provided by…

  • Trans Mountain Expansion Project – Leading Environmental Protection in Energy Infrastructure

    The Trans Mountain Expansion Project (TMEP) has set a new standard for environmental stewardship and education in energy infrastructure through its Environmental Protection Rules (EPRs). Designed to minimize environmental impacts, these 10 industry-leading rules ensure ecosystem preservation, wildlife protection, and cultural heritage conservation while engaging 35,000+ workers in environmental training. During construction, TMEP successfully: The…

  • Home Upgrades Program: Improving the lives of Albertans through fully subsidized energy retrofits

    The Home Upgrades Program (HUP) is Alberta’s first fully subsidized energy retrofit initiative, helping lower-income households access energy-efficient upgrades and energy education at no cost. Delivered by Kambo Energy Group and stewarded by Alberta Ecotrust, HUP helps Albertans reduce their energy bills, improve home comfort, and lower residential carbon emissions. To ensure the program is…

  • NATURE CONSERVANCY OF CANADA: 50+ YEARS OF CONSERVATION IMPACT IN ALBERTA

    For over five decades, the Nature Conservancy of Canada (NCC) has been a trusted partner in land conservation across Alberta, protecting more than 468,000 hectares of the province’s most ecologically significant landscapes. Through collaboration with ranchers, landowners, Indigenous Nations and communities, businesses, organizations, and governments, NCC has played a pivotal role in conserving, restoring, and…

  • Future Energy Systems: Engaging and Exploring Our Energy Future

    As the world transitions to low-carbon energy solutions, Future Energy Systems (FES) at the University of Alberta is leading the way by advancing research, educating the public, and training the next generation of energy leaders. Funded by the Canada First Research Excellence Fund, FES supports over 160 research projects that explore renewable energy, energy storage,…

  • ANFCA Retrofit and Emissions Reductions Project

    The Alberta Native Friendship Centres Association (ANFCA) is leading the way in climate action and energy efficiency through its Retrofit and Emissions Reductions Project. This initiative strengthens urban Indigenous communities by upgrading Friendship Centres with sustainable building retrofits, energy efficiency training, and Indigenous knowledge integration—creating healthier, more efficient spaces that serve thousands of people across…

  • Nature Kids Program

    For over five decades, Nature Alberta has been committed to preserving natural spaces and fostering community engagement, envisioning a future where Alberta’s natural heritage is cherished and safeguarded. Through their diverse outreach programs, they inspire Albertans to learn about, experience, and protect nature. One of their flagship initiatives, Nature Kids, is designed to cultivate a…

  • Alberta Envirothon

    Alberta Envirothon is a provincial non-profit dedicated to cultivating knowledgeable, skilled, and environmentally conscious citizens among Alberta’s youth. Through its annual 3-day environmental competition, the organization challenges high school students to test their expertise in various domains including soil & land use, aquatic ecology, forestry, wildlife, and current environmental issues. This initiative not only promotes…