Discover Alberta’s Environmental Innovators | Emerald Documentary Series

Experience Alberta’s Environmental Excellence

The Emerald Documentary Series brings you powerful short films showcasing real solutions to environmental challenges across Alberta. Featuring award-winning initiatives from the Emerald Awards, these documentaries highlight the inspiring work of individuals, communities, nonprofits, and industries leading the way toward a more sustainable future.

Through compelling storytelling, you’ll get a behind-the-scenes look at the innovations shaping Alberta’s environmental landscape—from conservation efforts and clean energy advancements to waste reduction and wildlife protection.

Why Watch?

  • Discover environmental solutions happening right here in Alberta
  • Meet the changemakers—grassroots organizers, industry pioneers, and passionate individuals driving impact
  • Be inspired to take action in your own life and community.

Start exploring the series today and see how Albertans are making a difference.

Season Six

Featuring the recipients of the 33rd Annual Emerald Awards, this season covers 13 unique stories, from reclaiming orphan wells to transforming stormwater management and restoring caribou habitats!

Season Five

Dive into the inspiring narratives of the environmental leaders recognized at the 32nd Annual Emerald Awards. Discover impactful stories like Blindman Brewing’s carbon capture solution and how a Lethbridge business is building houses from recycled plastic bottles.

Season Four

Featuring the recipients of the 31st Annual Emerald Awards, this season tells the stories of 14 environmental leaders across Alberta. From Canada’s first zero-export, zero-waste thrift store to transforming excess urban land to a local farm, you’ll discover the leaders creating a more sustainable future for our province.

Season Three

This season features the stories behind the 30th Annual Emerald Award recipients! Discover how these 12 Albertans are leading the path forward to a more sustainable and resilient future.

Season Two

Featuring the recipients of the 33rd Annual Emerald Awards, this season covers 10 inspiring stories, from Canada’s first long-range electric busses to a student-run club in Cochrane focused on sustainability.

Season One

Uncover the inspiring stories in the very first season of the Emerald Documentary Series!