C3 Media Releases 2006



29/11/2006 Pilot Program Targets Farm Energy Efficiency
A two-year pilot project showcasing the benefits of energy efficiency on farms in the Lethbridge area, was launched today on a dairy farm near Monarch, Alberta.

The OnFarm Energy Efficiency Program will help Alberta dairy, swine and poultry producers reduce costs and improve environmental performance through increased energy efficiency of their operations.

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06/11/2006 Simon Knight Appointed President/CEO
The board of Climate Change Central has appointed Simon Knight President and CEO of the Alberta-based climate change organization.

"Simon has always played a key role in this innovative organization," said Alberta Environment Minister Guy Boutilier, co-chair of Climate Change Central. "His dedication and experience have earned him this position. I congratulate Simon   ...more

29/06/2006 Green Municipal Fund Announces Up To $350,000 For The Alberta Solar Municipal Showcase

Today, partners and supporters of Climate Change Central's Alberta Solar Municipal Showcase project gathered on the steps of Edmonton's City Hall to hear City of Edmonton Councillor Karen Leibovici, representing the National Board of Directors of the Federation of Canadian Municipalities (FCM), and Laurie Hawn, Member of Parliament (Edmonton Centre), representing the Honourable Gary Lunn,   ...more


06/06/2006 Environment Minister & Mayor Hail Alberta's First Hybrid Cab
Alberta Environment Minister Guy Boutilier and Calgary Mayor Dave Bronconnier took the first ride in an Alberta hybrid taxi today. Their ride helped launch Hail a Hybrid, a Climate Change Central pilot program that encourages Calgary and Edmonton cab drivers to switch to fuel-saving, environmentally-friendly hybrid vehicles.

"Alberta is already known as the energy capital of   ...more