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Part 2 of the Winter Energy Series In Part 1, we looked at when and how we use energy through the day. Now, in Part 2, let’s get hands-on. These are simple, low-cost ways to keep heat where you want it, cut waste, and make your home more comfortable all winter long. 1️⃣ Seal and […]
Every decision we make as a community—about water, buildings, energy, or even the air we breathe—shapes the world we leave for future generations. Over the past several years, local projects like rainwater harvesting, xeriscaping, and Repair Cafés have shown what’s possible when residents take sustainability into their own hands. Now, it’s time to bring these
Introducing the Sustainability Plan: Building a Healthier, Smarter Community Together Read More »
Rising costs, shrinking options Every household in town knows the story: energy bills keep climbing. Heating, lighting, powering our homes and public buildings takes a bigger share of the budget every year. Small communities like ours are especially vulnerable — we have fewer choices, and much of our energy spending flows straight out of town
Local Energy Control: Why District Energy Matters for Our Community Read More »
Granting The Canadian Government, through the Natural Resources Canada website, offers grants for eligible retrofits that include home insulation, windows and doors, air sealing, and mechanical and renewable energy systems such as solar. These initiatives help us to create a greener, more efficient home environment, thereby saving money on heating and energy costs. An Ener-Guide
YOUR NEW Greener Homes Grant Program Read More »
Start reducing your carbon footprint and saving on energy bills by improving your lighting—one of the easiest and quickest changes to make. Lights are the most visible and an easy source to recognize as an energy user. Walk through your home and quickly inventory the bulbs in use. You then simply plug a few numbers
helping to REDUCE YOUR home’s energy LIGHTING FOOTPRINT Read More »
The average monthly utilities cost in Alberta is $362.50. Alberta is the only province in which the market determines the price of power and most of the power generation is based on fossil fuels (43% from coal and 49% from natural gas). Renewables, such as wind, solar, hydro, and geothermal, represent the remaining 8% of
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