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Workforce Report Now Available

3/21/2018

Medicine Hat, AB (March 21, 2018)

The Workforce Report is the second report in the Southeast Alberta Energy Diversification Strategy. This report provides an overview of the renewable energy workforce and training opportunities. In 2016, 9.8 million people around the world were employed in renewable energy. Renewable energy is emerging in Alberta; specifically in Southeast Alberta as numerous large-scale solar and wind project are planned for the region.

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SEEDS 2018 Reports

2/21/2018

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Medicine Hat, AB (February 21, 2018)

The Southeast Alberta Energy Diversification Strategy (SEEDS) group is focused on engaging with the renewable energy industry to determine how we can support the industry to grow and thrive in Southeast Alberta.

The seeds are being planted for the renewable energy industry to become a reliable and efficient way to diversify Alberta's energy supply and workforce.

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REP Round 1 Announcement

12/13/2017

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"Welcome the Wind Energy Industry to SE Alberta"
Calgary, AB (December 13, 2017)

On December 13th, 2017, in Calgary, the Alberta Government announced the first round of successful Renewable Electricity Program (REP) contracts....READ THE FULL ARTICLE HERE

Feat: Theresa Hardiker (EDA), Sandra Moore (SEEDS), Alberta Premier Rachel Notley, Environment Minister Shannon Phillips, Energy Minister Margaret McCuaig-Boyd, CEOs of each company, staff members from the Pembina Institute, and Jackson Moore (MLA Bob Wanner’s Office).

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EDA Media Release

10/2/2017

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Medicine Hat, AB (October 2, 2017)

Energy has long been one of Alberta's principal and fundamental industries. Over the span of a few short months we have seen a change to the landscape of renewable energy in Southeast Alberta (SE AB). The conversation around the need to diversify how energy is produced and harnessed has increased.

With over 40% of all renewable energy projects being considered within our region there is a realization that our area will be the opportunity corner to attract commerce, grow the local job market and support existing and diversifying business within our region.

"With an emerging industry bringing new opportunities for our communities and businesses, the time is now to.... READ THE FULL RELEASE HERE

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Policy Horizons Canada

5/30/2017

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A recent report by the federal government think tank Policy Horizons Canada states that the global dominance of fossil fuels could wane faster than previously expected, with renewable energy being cheaper than non-renewable energy in the next 10-15 years, which would then threaten Canada's status as an "energy superpower".

Alberta is often referred to as an energy superpower, but the commodity nature of non-renewable fossil fuels leads to unpredictable cycles of boom and bust. However, recent plans, policies, and regulations from Alberta’s government for encouraging renewable energy development in Alberta could help supplement the provinces’ energy sources and lead to a more stable energy economy.

Alberta’s Climate Leadership Plan illustrates the Alberta government’s commitment to developing the provinces’ renewable energy sector. This plan involves phasing out coal, diversifying energy sources with at least 30% of electricity coming from renewable energy by 2030, keeping the cost of renewables down, and reducing greenhouse gas emissions (GHGEs) from coal-fired electricity. This plan shows the governments’ commitment to creating new opportunities and getting Albertans back to work.

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Seeds 2017 Symposium

3/2/2017

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Alberta Labour, Economic Development Alliance (EDA) of Southeast Alberta, and Medicine Hat College were proud to present the Southeast Alberta Energy Diversification Symposium on March 2 – 3, 2017. As part of a collaborative partnership, these partners conducted a study of the emerging renewable energy industry in Southeast Alberta (SE AB) and how this industry would impact both the regional economy and labour market.

Industry experts and municipal representatives discussed their experiences on the impacts and opportunities for energy diversification, covering these topics:

the impacts of renewable energy projects on rural Alberta municipalities;
Alberta’s electricity sector;
the role of decentralized energy in SE AB;
developing a renewable energy workforce in SE AB;
potential opportunities associated with various renewable energy industries; and,
innovative projects and technologies in SE AB.