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Join us Feb 2 at noon for Transforming Energy: The Impact of Solar on Alberta's Grid Panelists will give an overview of what decentralized energy is and the impacts of solar on Alberta’s distribution and transmission infrastructure ow.ly/TvMK50Ms6Y2

Congratulations to #Baymag on the opening of their 291kW #solar installation. 300,000 kW hours/yr Offset 240 tons of CO2 Learn more: bvgreenenergy.org/news/bow-valle… #MDBighorn #BowValley #Alberta #Sustainability

Fun to celebrate the largest solar installation in the MD of Bighorn with Biosphere Institute of the Bow Valley and Bow Valley Green Energy, and Baymag who now produces so much energy for their operations. Reduces emissions, increases efficiency, provides good paying jobs, works with community!

Ko Ueno dropped by @1065MountainFM studios to discuss tomorrow's no-charge Waste Facility Expedition happening in Canmore at 10am! ow.ly/hG6N50OWg9X #Waste #TrashTalk #BiosphereInstitute #MountainFM #YouthCouncil

Passionate about waste reduction, music and community? Join our Environment Team of volunteers at Canmore Folk Fest as we work towards a zero-waste event! Last year, we were proud to have diverted 1260 kg of material (86%) from the landfill! Sign up here: ow.ly/6BUe50OVk4r

To the recent and future graduates, CONGRATULATIONS! In the 2022-23 school year, the Future Leaders program facilitated environmental education programs for over 1,200 students and collaborated with over 50 teachers - thank you for learning on behalf of the Earth! Happy summer!

An interesting article exploring how social housing providers have embraced energy-efficient passive house standards. cbc.ca/news/science/g…

This November join keynote David Dodge in beautiful #Canmore #Alberta. Learn more/register now @: buildingforsustainability.ca/about #Banff #MDBighorn #BowValley #greenbuilding #GHG #sustainability #development #ESG #Energy #retrofit

Fun Fact Friday! The Canada Greener Homes Grant helps you save money and make your home more comfortable - but did you know interest-free financing is available from the Canada Greener Homes Loan? natural-resources.canada.ca/energy-efficie…

Help us move toward zero-waste with our Green Team of volunteers at this year's Canmore Folk Music Festival! The Green team handles compost, “green” education, recycling and waste management throughout the weekend. ow.ly/l6GP50OXu62

Our friends at the Banff Canmore Community Foundation (BCCF) work in partnership with our community to channel funds and support in times of emergency. Your contributions will be channeled to support relief efforts in Lake Louise. ow.ly/ptsF50P3w6F

Exciting News! On June 29, we had a stellar day hosting a Geoexchange field trip for students and university advisors. Through this, we have facilitated collaborative work between clients (Town of Canmore, Banff Town, MD of Bighorn, Canmore Community Housing), and the U Calgary.

The recent water restrictions in Canmore, Dead Man’s Flats, and Harvie Heights bring water conservation to the top of our minds. How is climate change affecting our water supplies? What can we do about it? Learn more in our most recent Shift Newsletter: ow.ly/ZkeZ50P5sGU

Are you passionate about climate education, human-wildlife coexistence, or energy transitions? Join a team of volunteers with the Biosphere Institute to have community conversations at Canmore's Folk Music Festival! volunteersignup.org/X7AE9 #Climate #Biosphere

Early bird registration now open! Join us for the inaugural Building for Sustainability Symposium, a symposium of strategies, solutions and best practices in buildings, infrastructure, and urban planning. ow.ly/OOn250P7Zt5

Fun Fact Friday! Did you know that Solar Alberta has a Solar Directory? If you are thinking of getting solar panels on your home, this is a great place to look for local providers. Let us know how your search goes! #SolarAlberta #Solar #EnergyTransitions

Did you know that lilac is a flowering plant you can plant safely in your backyard in bear country? Visit our list of trees and shrubs recommended for planting here in the Bow Valley. biosphereinstitute.org/recommended-sp…

We need your input! As the Biosphere Institute works towards developing our lending library, we would like to know what sort of items our community most needs... automotive, tools, hobbies, house tools and more?

The brainchild of Canmore's own Dr. David Keith. Bravo! 👏👏 cbc.ca/news/canada/ca…

We’d love to see you tomorrow, for our monthly Community Climate Conversations! Tomorrow we’ll be discussing tips to have productive conversations about climate with special guest Dr. Michael Becker, Director of Global Climate Change Communications at The Nature Conservancy.