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  • Utilities and Financing Guide

    Utilities and Financing has been written for local government elected officials and staff interested in developing renewable energy projects and utilities in their communities. Published by: Community Energy Association

  • Case Study: Investing in Green Energy Projects and Utilities

    Volume 1 of the guide provides detailed guidance on financing and governance for green energy project and utilities. Volume 2 includes 13 detailed case studies of green energy projects and…

  • Community Energy Planning

    This toolkit for Community Energy Planning is made available in three components: Introduction Energy Ideas Case Studies Published by: Community Energy Association

  • Community Energy & Emissions Planning Guide

    This guide describes the purpose and content of a community energy and emissions plan, its benefits, and how to go about creating one. Published by: Community Energy Association

  • History of Climate in Alberta and Effects of Climate Change on Alberta’s watersheds

    The main story for Alberta is that variability is a permanent feature of climate, however climate change is likely to increase the range of weather conditions we experience. This means…

  • Canada’s Changing Climate Report

    This report assesses current knowledge about how Canada’s climate is changing and why, and what changes are projected for the future, to help inform mitigation and adaptation decision-making, and to…

  • Climate Change Concepts

    Introduces the causes of climate change, evidence the global climate is changing and ways of responding to climate change through mitigation and adaptation. Published by: Natural Resources Canada

  • Climate Atlas of Canada

    The Climate Atlas of Canada was launched in April 2018, and quickly became a go-to resource for Canadians seeking information about climate change and its national, regional, and local impacts.

  • Adapt-action

    The Adapt-action online tool offers a policy primer, a strategy checklist, and various reports and resources to help communities adapt to a changing climate. Developed by: Miistakis Institute

  • Adapting to Climate Change : An Introduction for Canadian Municipalities

    This book provides municipal decision-makers with information about climate change adaptation and how to put adaptation measures in place. The book also refers to other guides to help municipalities identify…

  • Environmental Stewardship and Climate Change – Group

    This program aims to benefit Alberta’s agriculture industry by funding organizations, associations, and other groups to deliver extension, carry out applied research, and strategically manage data. A merit-based approval process…