Cycling doesn’t have to stop the moment the first snowfall hits! You can extend your riding season for the full year with these winter cycling tips for beginners:
1.) Invest in a pair of studded tires
Getting studded tires installed on your bike isn’t a requirement to get out onto those snowy paths, but, they will give you more grip and keep you from slipping …
Knowing what you can and can’t recycle can be tricky! But, did you know that your municipality might have an online waste-sorting tool?
We’ve compiled a list of these tools from ten cities and towns across Alberta to help make the waste-sorting process easier:
The City of Edmonton – The WasteWise App
The City of Calgary – What Goes Where
The City …
EDMONTON, ALBERTA – On June 1st at 4:00 pm at the Calgary Central Library, Alberta’s environmental leaders, stewards, and supporters alike will gather in-person for the first time in two-years for the 31st Annual Emerald Awards.
“We’re so excited that we’re able to gather as a community for the first time since 2019 to celebrate Alberta’s environmental leaders,” says Marisa Orfei, Executive Director of the Alberta Emerald Foundation. …
Are you thinking of starting your Emerald Award nomination and really want to make a splash? Check out our top tips for writing a great nomination!
Keep it clear and concise – We know you could probably write a novel on your project (and we would love to read it!) but, most questions on the nominations form have a word count. By …
We were so honoured to have the Edmonton Symphony Orchestra (ESO) provide a performance of Vivaldi’s “Winter” for the 30th Annual Emerald Awards, it added the perfect calming and reenergizing touch to the ceremony.
If you’d like to see more of the ESO’s performance, visit their YouTube channel!
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE – MARCH 26, 2021
EDMONTON, AB – Today, the Alberta Emerald Foundation (AEF) kicked off their 30th anniversary with the announcement of the Emerald Awards Shortlist. They were joined by their special guest, longtime sponsor and three-time Emerald Award recipient, Syncrude Canada Ltd.
“This is always an exciting time of year for our Foundation,” says AEF’s Executive …
media advisory – March 22, 2021
EDMONTON, AB – On March 26 at 9:30 a.m., the Alberta Emerald Foundation (AEF) is kicking off their 30th anniversary with the announcement of the Emerald Awards Shortlist. They will be joined by their special guest, longtime sponsor and three-time Emerald Award recipient Syncrude Canada Ltd.
“This is always an exciting time of year for our …
Looking to make an impact or connect with the environmental community? Check out what the AEF has in-store for you this fall!
Apply for an Emerald Youth Grant
We’ve simplified our youth programs right down to the name, making it easier for your group to apply. Pitch a project to support pollinators, lessen food waste, reduce, reuse …
Top environmental awards applaud Alberta’s green projects
For the first time in their almost-thirty year history, the prestigious Emerald Awards will be free and online for the entire province to attend.
Media Advisory – 29th Annual Emerald Awards
The 29th Annual Emerald Awards
Date: June 2, 2020
Time: 4 p.m. (MDT)
Location …
Journalists and news outlets, please see our latest Media Advisory for the 29th Annual Emerald Awards Shortlist Announcement, presented by Alberta Recycling Management Authority, for details on the online event. For all media inquiries, please contact Emma Crandell at emma@emeraldfoundation.ca or (780) 616-1556.
