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May 2022
Congress 2022 – Petrocultures: Reflections on 10 Years of Research and Advocacy For a World in Crisis
Petroculures Research Group co-founders Dr. Sheena Wilson and Dr. Imre Szeman sit down for a fireside chat to talk about the history of Petrocultures, its various projects and impacts, and what they hope to see PRG accomplish in the future. A question and answer period will follow.
Find out more »April 2022
Earth Day Address, Talk at Trinity College
Sheena Wilson delivers an invited virtual talk at Trinity College's 2022 Earth Day event.
Find out more »December 2019
Speculative Energy Futures: Prototypes for Possible Worlds Exhibition
This exhibition showcases interdisciplinary collaborative work produced by the participants of the multi-year research-creation project Speculative Energy Futures. Speculative Energy Futures brings together artists, activists, designers, engineers, scientists, humanists, social scientists, policy makers, Indigenous legal experts and more, to inquire into the complex intersections of climate change and energy transition, as interlocking sites of possibility as we imagine and model a range of potential low-carbon just futures. Prototypes for Possible Worlds is a proto exploration of where solarities can be…
Find out more »August 2019
Downtown Sustainability Stroll
When people think of cities and downtown areas in particular, sustainability and the environment are not often at the top of mind. This tour will change that by highlighting the innovative ways the City of Edmonton and Edmonton businesses have reduced their impact on the environment by outlining the many initiatives that are happening right within the heart of our city. We will also share how you can take personal action to reduce your impact through the City’s Change for…
Find out more »Downtown Sustainability Stroll
When people think of cities and downtown areas in particular, sustainability and the environment are not often at the top of mind. This tour will change that by highlighting the innovative ways the City of Edmonton and Edmonton businesses have reduced their impact on the environment by outlining the many initiatives that are happening right within the heart of our city. We will also share how you can take personal action to reduce your impact through the City’s Change for…
Find out more »July 2019
Dr. Angele Alook: Climate Justice, Just Transition, Energy Future
SHORT NOTICE, INCREDIBLE OPPORTUNITY. Dr. Angele Alook from Bigstone Cree Nation has offered to share some of their research with our community. Publication: Indigenous Gendered Experiences of Work in an Oil Dependent, Rural Alberta Community. Presentations: Climate Justice, Just Transition, and Energy Futures for Indigenous Peoples. Short Documentary screening of “It Is Broken” (created with filmmaker Jamie Bourque) Join us for this incredible opportunity to learn from a very knowledgeable Indigenous researcher. This is a free event but we always…
Find out more »Urban Beekeeping Tours
You're invited to join MacEwan University's Office of Sustainability for an Urban Beekeeping Tour! During this tour, guests will explore the bee hotel and rooftop beehives that were installed in 2016. Through a general overview, learn interesting facts about pollinators like honeybees and how you can get involved in food security initiatives at MacEwan and at home. The tour runs for approximately 50 minutes to allow for questions and discussion. Please note:- The tour is accessible for guests of all…
Find out more »City of Edmonton Executive Committee Meeting – Discussing Energy Transition Strategy Targets
On July 12th the Edmonton City Council Executive Committee will be meeting regarding Edmonton’s Energy Transition Strategy targets as outlined in the Edmonton Declaration. If we show council that the public wants climate action then council will move forward with a strong energy transition strategy and we can organize to influence it. Please attend the council meeting. Together we can make Edmonton’s energy transition better for everyone. WHERE: River Valley Room. 1 Sir Winston Churchill Square. Edmonton, Alberta. WHEN: The…
Find out more »Downtown Sustainability Stroll
When people think of cities and downtown areas in particular, sustainability and the environment are not often at the top of mind. This tour will change that by highlighting the innovative ways the City of Edmonton and Edmonton businesses have reduced their impact on the environment by outlining the many initiatives that are happening right within the heart of our city. We will also share how you can take personal action to reduce your impact through the City’s Change for…
Find out more »Urban Beekeeping Tours
You're invited to join MacEwan University's Office of Sustainability for an Urban Beekeeping Tour! During this tour, guests will explore the bee hotel and rooftop beehives that were installed in 2016. Through a general overview, learn interesting facts about pollinators like honeybees and how you can get involved in food security initiatives at MacEwan and at home. The tour runs for approximately 50 minutes to allow for questions and discussion. Please note:- The tour is accessible for guests of all…
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