Change for Climate Edmonton

It's been one year since the launch of our Home Upgrades Program with Alberta Ecotrust Foundation. Read about this participant's experience.

Home Upgrades Program participant Lynda graciously welcomed us and Mayor Amarjeet Sohi into her home to share her experience with the program and help us mark one year since its launch in Edmonton. Together with our program partner, Kambo Energy Group, and our funders and supporters, like the City of Edmonton - Local Government, we have helped 75 households (to date) that struggled with their energy bills by making their homes more energy-efficient, affordable, and comfortable.

Learn more about the impact of the program so far at albertaecotrust.com/news/news_release_hup_anniversary_edmonton

For more information or to express interest in supporting the program, visit homeupgradesprogram.ca.

Thank you, Lynda, for having us in your home!

Change for Climate Edmonton

Our Change Homes for Climate Solar Rebate Program is open for eligible multi-unit residential properties! Check it out.

🌞 Powering energy equity in Edmonton!

We’re reopening our Change Homes for Climate Solar Rebate Program for eligible multi-unit residential properties!

This program will bring the benefits of solar energy to an underserved population ensuring even more Edmontonians can benefit from clean, affordable power.

Join us in creating a more equitable and sustainable future for Edmonton!

edmonton.ca/Solar

The downtown bike valet is back for the summer! Keep your ride safe while exploring our city center, every Saturday.

Bicycle Parking | City of Edmonton Edmonton’s Bike Plan identifies the need to expand and improve secure bike parking so cycling is feasible and convenient for more Edmontonians.

The City of Edmonton - Local Government is offering guided bike tours to help show how various bike infrastructure works. Check out upcoming tours and other bike events.

Looking to explore biking opportunities?

Come roll with us! We’re riding to catch the RiverHawks game on Sunday, June 30.

There will be plenty of secure bike parking and all riders will be offered $4 off grandstand tickets.

Register and see more cycling opportunities at: edmonton.ca/cycling

Green job alert! Join our team as an Environmental Coordinator in a full-time position, up to 11 months. The focus is on our environmental management system.

Deadline: June 26

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Help remove invasive plants from Mill Creek Ravine on Saturday, June 15!

Join the City of Edmonton’s Invasive Plant Outreach team in the Mill Creek Ravine on Saturday, June 15! We will be removing invasive plants to prevent their spread and to protect our city’s biodiversity. For more information, and to sign up, visit Edmonton.ca/weedpulls

📍 Mill Creek Ravine near Minchau Park and Ridgewood Community League
🕖 Saturday, June 15, 10:00 a.m. to 1:30 p.m.
🧤 Dress for the weather. Wear close-toed shoes and long pants. bring water and sunscreen!

Come join the fun today at the North Glenora Spring Fair from 1-5pm! There will be loads of activities in the hall and out of the rain. Hope to see you there - rain or shine! 🌎🍃

Rain or Shine: Spring Fair Today! We have tents and activities in the hall if it’s raining, so don’t let the weather deter you! After a long winter, come tune up your bicycle, refresh your gardens and fix up your wardrobe…

We're a day late sharing this, but it's not too late to learn how to build your own air cleaner. Check out this post from Alberta Lung.

Today is Clean Air Day! Learn about the things that affect our air quality and what the Air Quality Health Index (AQHI) measures. Be sure to check out our AQHI art installations, currently located at the Muttart Conservatory, the Meadows Recreation Centre and City Hall.

We also have a new user-friendly tutorial to help you set up your own AQHI light!

https://edmonton.ca/airquality

Be sure to check out the lights on the High Level bridge tomorrow night in celebration of Clean Air Day. It's gonna be beautiful!

Did you guess correctly? To celebrate Clean Air Day on June 5, the High Level Bridge lights will display the colours of the AQHI scale. Make sure to check it out and share your photos with us!


Change for Climate Edmonton

Happy Environment Week! If you're looking for ways to take action, check out what environmental events and activities are happening this week.

Environment Week | City of Edmonton Find out what's happening for Environment Week - we've got lots of great stuff going on!

Mark your calendars - we're going to be at North Glenora's spring fair THIS SATURDAY (June 8). The fair is open to the general public and there are lots of great activities planned.

Get ready for the clothing exchange at the Spring Fair this Saturday! June 8, 2024 | 1 to 5 pm | NGCL Hall The clothing exchange is back this year! You can exchange your clean, adult and children's folded clothes for new ones. This is a great…

We are on location today until 5pm in Blatchford at the Eco-Solar Home Tour 🏠☀️. Stop by our spot on the tour to meet the team and learn about energy efficiency, sustainability and try out the Edmonton Solar Potential Map to discover your rooftop’s Solar Energy potential. Check out all the Eco-Solar Home Tour locations at ecosolar.ca/edmonton.html

Green job alert! We're hiring a Principal Climate Strategist. Posting closes June 2.

Principal Climate Strategist Click the link provided to see the complete job description.

Green job alert! Our team is looking for up to 2 project coordinators, focusing on our Clean Energy Improvement Program (CEIP) and community mobilization (engagement).

Deadline is May 30!

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The Change for Climate team will be at the Blatchford Energy Centre stop on the Eco-Solar Home Tour in Edmonton this Sunday, June 2nd from noon to 5pm! Come meet our team and discover how you can make your home or business more energy-efficient. Check out all the tour locations and plan your route here: https://ecosolar.ca/edmonton.html

The Blatchford Energy Centre is a geothermal facility that pulls heat from 570 boreholes to provide warmed water to the homes in the Blatchford community. Homes tap into this renewable "utility" to heat their homes and hot water. https://www.ecosolar.ca

Join us TOMORROW for a Neighbouring for Climate workshop with a focus on drought. Learn about the City’s urban forest and get started on climate action in your own yard. May 16, 7-8:30pm at Ritchie Community League.

🌐 Visit https://www.ritchie-league.com/events/climate-action for details.

Join us for a Neighbouring for Climate workshop on Climate Action in Times of Drought. Thursday, May 16, 7-8:30pm at Ritchie Community League. Learn about the City’s urban forest and how to get started on climate action in your own yard.
➡️ Visit https://www.ritchie-league.com/events/climate-action for details.

Join us on Saturday, May 11 for an Energy Adventure with Future Energy Systems at TELUS World of Science - Edmonton to explore renewable energy sources all around us with hands-on activities, crafts, & more!
📍 Location: TELUS World of Science - Edmonton
🕒Time: 11am-3pm
🌐 Visit https://sciencerendezvous.ca/event_sites/university-of-alberta/ for details!

The team is all set for 🚁🚒🌎. Come down to the Edmonton EXPO Centre grounds today from 10-3 to check it out and stop by our booth to meet the team.

Are you prepared in case of an emergency? We'll be at Get Ready In the Park (GRIP) this Saturday - come find us learn ways you can be prepared in a climate emergency.

Meet your emergency responders at the Grounds tomorrow between 10am and 3pm! edmonton.ca/GetReadyInThePark

Are you ready for any emergency? Roughly 60 emergency response agencies will be available to answer questions while showcasing their emergency vehicles and equipment. Attendees will have the opportunity to learn how to "Be Prepared for Anything" through interactive activities and more.

Public parking is available, but you can plan your trip to the nearby Coliseum LRT Station through edmonton.ca/Transit.

Unable to make it to Get Ready in the Park but still looking to make the best of Canada’s upcoming Emergency Preparedness Week? Learn about our city’s emergency services and resources at edmonton.ca/EmergencyPreparedness.

See you tomorrow, Edmonton!

Check out this grant for supporting community gardens!

🌻 Exciting news for community gardeners! 🌿 This season, our partners at Sustainable Food Edmonton are thrilled to offer over $60,000 in grants to support community gardens in the City of Edmonton! Whether you're starting out or looking to expand, their grants, resources and can help you grow. Visit Sustainable Food Edmonton to learn more on how to kickstart your project before the May 31 deadline! Let's cultivate greener, healthier, and more connected communities together. 🌱💚 🥕🌷

This job posting closes this Friday, so get your application in.

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Some good tips on watering your trees...

Tree watering is a crucial aspect of tree care, ensuring the health and vitality of these essential organisms in our urban landscape. Here's how you can contribute to keeping your trees healthy from root to tip:

1.Water generously in one long, slow application to moisten soil to a depth of 30 cm. Avoid light, frequent watering to prevent shallow root growth.
2. Check soil moisture and rain forecast before watering to prevent overwatering. Soil should be dry to a depth of 15 cm before watering.
3. Water in the early morning or evening to minimize water loss from evaporation.
4. Water around the drip line of the tree, not just around the trunk.
5. During drought, water lightly several times until the soil can absorb water.
6. Water trees well in early spring and fall to prepare for winter.

The City’s Urban Forestry team manages watering of City-owned trees from May to October, focusing on newly planted trees for establishment.

Residents may water City-owned trees on their boulevard if the tree is over five years old.

***Remember to comply with current City watering restrictions.

Have questions about home energy assessments? Ask an expert as he walks through the results of assessment on an Edmonton home during this webinar on Wednesday, May 1 from 7 to 8:30 pm.
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Need compost? City of Edmonton - Local Government is giving some away for FREE.

After this year’s weather whiplash, your garden deserves a little TLC.

Our FREE, nutrient-rich horticultural compost helps nourish plants and promote growth. Residents can now get their compost (for home use) at Kennedale or Ambleside Eco Stations!

Need a lot? Pre-bagged or bulk compost is also available for sale. Learn more at https://www.edmonton.ca/CompostGiveaway

Where do you get your native plants from?

Choosing native plants for your garden has big benefits | CBC News In this week's issue of our environment newsletter, we learn how native plants help boost biodiversity in your garden, get an update on global and federal action on plastic pollution and get tips for making your wardrobe more sustainable.

Are you wildfire ready?

The techlifetoday guide to wildfire readiness 5 ways to protect yourself, the environment and your community