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Southeast Alberta Energy Diversification Report: Our Region, Our Jobs, Our Communities
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​Published March 2017 - Author: Sandra Moore
March 2017 SEEDS Conference Handout
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Author: Sandra Moore
Published by: EDA of SE AB, in partnership with Medicine Hat College and funding from Alberta Labour
Municipal Climate Change Action Centre
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Solar Friendly Municipalities Toolkit
As the cost of installing solar photovoltaic (PV) systems falls, communities across Alberta are looking to “go solar” for the benefit of community members — residents, businesses, non-profits and public institutions.
Solar PV Basics: Technology, Installation & Cost
This report provides the latest Alberta-specific information on solar PV, the permitting process, along with a review of project cost, financing and earnings.
Best Practices for Permits, Taxes and Solar Access
This report outlines key consideration for improving the permitting process for solar PV projects. Best practice recommendations will help municipalities reducing their administrative burden while assisting the solar industry in reducing project costs.
Community Engagement & Municipal Leadership Strategies
This report is organized by key engagement tactics with examples from across Alberta, Canada, and around the world. It also shares some municipal leadership strategies that can be used to demonstrate the benefits of solar PV.
Alberta Solar Calculator
This calculator is intended to help municipalities evaluate the economics and solar performance of proposed grid connected solar PV projects when compared to purchasing electricity from the grid in Alberta.

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