Business & the Environment

Oct
18
2019

Job Posting: Edmonton Chapter Director, Iron & Earth

Position: 
Edmonton Chapter Director
Organization: 
Iron & Earth
Application Deadline: 
3 Nov 2019
Location: 
Edmonton

Job type: Contract
Contract timeline: December 1, 2019 to December 31, 2020
Compensation: $15,000 including GST

Introduction

If you are looking to make a difference in the lives of hard-working Canadians, contribute to reconciliation with Indigenous communities, and help transform the Canadian energy industry, don’t miss this exciting opportunity at Iron & Earth!

We are a growing organization and are now hiring an Edmonton Chapter Director to join the central leadership team and lead Edmonton Chapter activities. The core mission of the Edmonton Chapter Director will be to lead a sustainable and impactful chapter in Edmonton, AB. This will include developing a community of like minded fossil fuel industry workers who are committed to building a sustainable energy economy.  Read more about Job Posting: Edmonton Chapter Director, Iron & Earth

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Climate Change
Business & the Environment
Energy
Conventional Oil & Gas
Renewables & Alternatives
Labour & the Environment
Part-time
Contract
Paid
Oct
03
2019

Pembina Institute recognized for convening businesses and communities around climate action

Pembina Institute receives top awards from Canada’s Clean50

Pembina Institute

TORONTO — Two flagship projects launched by the Pembina Institute were honoured today as recipients of the 2020 Canada’s Clean50 Top Project award. The Business Coalition for a Clean Economy and the Alberta Narratives Project are among 20 projects receiving the award.  Read more about Pembina Institute recognized for convening businesses and communities around climate action

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Pembina Institute
Climate Change
Business & the Environment
Energy
Oct
24
2019

Green Regs ‘n’ Ham: Where to from here?

Environmental Law Centre
Oct 24 2019 - 7:15am to 9:00am

Environmental liabilities and diminished credit facilities: 
Insolvency, environmental obligations & the impact of the Redwater decision

Alberta has a crisis on its hands. A mountain, of Everest-sized proportions, of environmental obligations exists across the Alberta landscape. Read more about Green Regs ‘n’ Ham: Where to from here?

Source: Environmental Law Centre

Location

Hotel Arts
119 12 Avenue SW
Calgary , AB
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Environmental Law Centre
Business & the Environment
Energy
Conventional Oil & Gas
Remediation
Jan
29
2019

Webinar: Climate-Related Financial Risk Disclosure

Climate Action Network Canada - Réseau action climat Canada
Jan 29 2019 - 8:00am to 9:00am

In this webinar, CAN-Rac hosts a training session on the Taskforce on Climate-Related Risk Disclosure (TCFD) with members of CDP, formerly the Carbon Disclosure Project, and the Climate Disclosure Standards Board. 

Read more about Webinar: Climate-Related Financial Risk Disclosure

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Climate Change
Business & the Environment
Jan
17
2019

Solar Seminar: Solar Power your Business Calgary

Solar Energy Society of Alberta
Jan 17 2019 - 7:00pm to 9:00pm

Calgary has an increasing number of government solar projects and large commercial systems. Larger systems are going in as installation costs are dropping. What are the steps to putting a photovoltaic system on a business? What are the tax benefits? What kind of ROI do these projects offer? Case studies of commercial systems will be provided by a panel of the installing contractors and developers. Read more about Solar Seminar: Solar Power your Business Calgary

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Location

Orpheus Theatre, Southern Alberta Institute of Technology (SAIT)
1301 16 Ave NW
T2M 0L4 Calgary , AB
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Business & the Environment
Energy
Renewables & Alternatives
Dec
13
2018

New report from Environmental Defence shows that Alberta’s carbon levy is consistent with a strong economy

The carbon levy is funding popular energy efficiency programs and needed infrastructure

Environmental Defence

Read more about New report from Environmental Defence shows that Alberta’s carbon levy is consistent with a strong economy

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Environmental Defence
Climate Change
Economics
Business & the Environment
Energy
Energy Conservation
Renewables & Alternatives
Environmental Law & Policy
Dec
13
2018

Alberta's carbon levy is working

Environmental Defence

Joshua Buck, Alberta Program Manager for Environmental Defence writes:

Since Alberta’s economy-wide carbon levy was introduced in 2017, a lot of claims have been made about the levy, both positive and negative. So, what are the facts? That’s what we wanted to know. We did some investigation and put together a report: Carbon Pricing in Alberta – A Review of its Successes and Impacts. And what did we find? Overall, Alberta’s carbon levy is a success. Read more about Alberta's carbon levy is working

Read the report: Carbon Pricing in Alberta – A Review of its Success and Impacts
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Climate Change
Economics
Business & the Environment
Energy Conservation
Renewables & Alternatives
Environmental Law & Policy
Environmental Defence
Reports & Publications
Apr
15
2016

Down to Earth Week 2016—Awakened Company: Connecting Community & Prosperity

REAP Business Association
Apr 15 2016 - 11:30pm to Apr 16 2016 - 2:30am

Tickets: $50 + taxes & fees

Join REAP Business Association for an inspiring evening showcasing what it means to be an Awakened Company. Support and connect with social entrepreneurs and Alberta business leaders of all industries who are looking to take the next step in their journey towards sustainability, shape our local community and make a positive impact upon people and the planet. Read more about Down to Earth Week 2016—Awakened Company: Connecting Community & Prosperity

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Down to Earth Week 2016 website

Location

Civic On Third
130 3 Avenue SE
T2G 0B7 Calgary , AB
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Sustainability
Business & the Environment
Apr
13
2016

Down to Earth Week 2016—Capital for Cause: Views on Impact Investing

REAP Business Association
Apr 13 2016 - 2:00pm to 7:30pm

Tickets: $80Capital for a Cause Image

Join REAP Business Association for a half-day summit on The How and Why of Social Impact Investing. Hosted by Dexterity Consulting, participants will learn from experienced investment leaders what separates successful and unsuccessful ventures. Read more about Down to Earth Week 2016—Capital for Cause: Views on Impact Investing

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Down to Earth Week 2016 website

Location

Eighth Avenue Place, Conference Rooms A&B
525 8 Avenue SW (4th Floor)
Calgary , AB
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Sustainability
Business & the Environment

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