Built Environment

Jan
14
2010

SESCI Seminar Series: Extreme Energy Efficiency - The Nuts and Bolts of a Better Building Envelope

Solar Energy Society of Canada Inc. (SESCI) - Northern Alberta Chapter
Grant MacEwan University
Jan 14 2010 - 2:00am to 4:00am

Say goodbye to your furnace? Habitat Studio and Workshop has successfully built three homes in Edmonton that are so efficient that they can be each be heated on a -30C day with a few hair dryers. How did they do it? The builders of these homes will be sharing detailed tips and techniques on how to do this without breaking the bank. This presentation on the future of cold-climate construction will be of interest to builders, designers, and homeowners. Read More

Location

CN Theatre, Room #5-142
Grant MacEwan University, 105 Street Building (105 Street and 104 Avenue)
Edmonton , AB
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Energy Conservation
Built Environment
Dec
01
2009

U of A City-Region Studies Centre: Creating Intelligent Liveable Cities

City-Region Studies Centre
Dec 1 2009 - 2:00am to 3:30am

In the face of new challenges like peak oil, climate change and economic chaos how can city experts make sense of the overwhelming challenges that threaten life in the “human hive” as we know it? How can well meaning, well educated and well intentioned staff of municipalities, planning companies, land developers, and civil society find the time, space and spheres of influence they need not just to do their jobs effectively but to make sense of life conditions never before experienced? Read More

Location

Delta Edmonton Centre Suite Hotel
10222 102 Street NW
Edmonton , AB
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Sustainable Communities
Built Environment
Nov
19
2009

Sustainable Works Official Launch

Greater Edmonton Alliance
Nov 19 2009 - 2:30am to 4:00am

Be a part of history! The Greater Edmonton Alliance (GEA) invites you to the launch of...

Sustainable Works
Quality Jobs. Affordable Utilities. Healthy Environment.

SustainableWorks is a new, exciting and innovative non-profit cooperative built to help you lower your utility bills, create new green jobs, and reduce our carbon emissions. Read More

Location

St Theresa's Catholic Parish
7508 29 Avenue
Edmonton , AB
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Sustainable Communities
Built Environment
Nov
05
2009

Getting to a Net Zero Energy Lifestyle in Canada

Solar Energy Society of Canada Inc, Northern Alberta Chapter
Grant MacEwan University
Nov 5 2009 - 2:00am

Utilizing Solar Energy for Shelter, Mobility and Food

by Sevag Pogharian, SEVAG POGHARIAN DESIGN

Montreal architect Sevag Pogharian is pushing the borders of net zero buildings by creating the Alstonvale Net Zero House which strives to: Read More

Location

CN Theatre Room (5-142, 105 Street Building)
Grant MacEwan University City Centre Campus 10700 104 Avenue
Edmonton , AB
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Renewables & Alternatives
Built Environment
Sep
26
2009

2009 EcoLiving Fair and Speaker Series

EcoLiving Events
Sep 26 2009 - 4:00pm to Sep 27 2009 - 10:00pm

The 2009 EcoLiving Fair & Speaker Series pdf (250 KB) is a two day showcase where indiviudals and groups come together to share information about initiatives and environmental experiences with Calgarians. The Fair and Speaker Series aim to increase Read More

Location

Mount Royal College — Centre for Continuous Learning Building
4825 Mount Royal Gate SW
Calgary , AB
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Renewables & Alternatives
Energy Conservation
Environmental Technologies
Lifestyle
Built Environment
Jul
18
2009

Riverdale NetZero Open House Tour — Last Chance

Riverdale NetZero Project
Jul 18 2009 - 7:00pm to 10:00pm

We're going to open the Riverdale NetZero energy house one last time for a tour before the new homeowners move in. Several people have said that they've missed seeing the house. Read More

Location

Riverdale NetZero House
9926 87 Street
Edmonton , AB
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Renewables & Alternatives
Energy Conservation
Built Environment
Jun
06
2009

Edmonton's 10th Annual Eco Solar Home Tour

Eco Solar Home Tour
Jun 6 2009 - 6:00pm to 10:00pm

Better Choices. Better Homes. Better Lives.

  • Energy costs are rising.
  • Daily news is loaded with examples of the effects of climate change.

There has never been a more compelling time to shrink our ecological footprint. You can take action yourself! Read More

Location

Various locations Edmonton , AB
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Renewables & Alternatives
Energy Conservation
Built Environment
May
13
2009

Low Impact Development Criteria Launch & ALIDP AGM

Alberta Low Impact Development Partnership Society
May 13 2009 - 4:30pm to 7:00pm

The Alberta Low Impact Development Partnership (ALIDP) invites you to attend our second Annual General Meeting and launch of LID Criteria for Alberta on May 13, 2009 in Red Deer, AB. Members are invited to participate in the AGM & complimentary lunch from 10:30 - 1:00pm at the Holiday Inn 6500 67th Street, Red Deer. We will then open the doors to present the LID Criteria for AB, and invite feedback from all those interested in attending. For more information or to register, please visit www.alidp.org. See you there! Read More

Location

Holiday Inn
6500 67 Street
Red Deer , AB
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Sustainable Communities
Built Environment

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