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CLEAN ENERGY IN THE GULF ISLANDS!

Salish Sea Renewable Energy Co-operative

SSREC* is a member-run co-operative of Salish Sea residents and property owners in the Southern Gulf Islands of British Columbia, Canada – Pender Island, Mayne Island, Galiano Island, Penelakut Island, Saturna Island, Salt Spring Island and Thetis Island.     *Affectionately pronounced “Shrek”

CLEAN ENERGY IN THE GULF ISLANDS!

Salish Sea Renewable Energy Co-operative (SSREC)

The SSREC is a member-run co-operative of Salish Sea residents and property owners in the Southern Gulf Islands of British Columbia, Canada – Pender Island, Mayne Island, Galiano Island, Penelakut Island, Saturna Island, Salt Spring Island and Thetis Island.

The SSREC purchases and installs renewable (often solar-powered) energy systems for members and within the community.

Co-op Purposes

  • To promote, support, and/or facilitate the installation of low-carbon renewable energy systems on the Gulf Islands
  • To advocate for low-carbon renewable energy policy by governments and public agencies
  • To support training and education on the islands related to low-carbon renewable energy systems
  • In the last six years, SSREC has been instrumental in the installation of close to 110 solar arrays on roofs of residential and community buildings, and a few ground mounts, around the Southern Gulf Islands
  • We’ve installed close to 3000 panels with a total capacity exceeding 850 kW
  • These PV arrays generate close to 900,000 kWh of electricity a year, while preventing the emission of almost 300 metric tons of carbon dioxide every year over hydroelectricity

Co-op Purposes

  • To promote, support, and/or facilitate the installation of low-carbon renewable energy systems on the Gulf Islands
  • To advocate for low-carbon renewable energy policy by governments and public agencies
  • To support training and education on the islands related to low-carbon renewable energy systems

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Due to climate change, the capital region is experiencing hotter summer temperatures, with more extreme heatwaves. The CRD, in partnership with local governments, Island Health, and the Province, has created the Capital Region Extreme Heat Information Portal. This interactive mapping tool will help residents and community planners better understand how heat impacts our region. Check it out!https://heat.prepareyourself.ca/ ... See MoreSee Less

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🌡️ It’s official, the 2023-2024 winter was the warmest in Canada since record-keeping began. Temperatures were above normal from coast to coast to coast during meteorological winter, which runs from December 1 through the end of February. Only a small portion of western Yukon Territory saw below normal temperatures during the period.The most exceptional warmth was centred across central areas of the country, with temperatures 5°C or more above average across most of Manitoba, northern Ontario, and western Quebec. Temperatures were also well-above normal across most of the rest of Canada outside parts of the western provinces and territories, as well as the Atlantic coast, which saw overall temperatures slightly above normal. Alongside the warming caused by human emissions of greenhouse gases, El Niño, a global weather pattern, also played a part in Canada’s record-warm winter. El Niño is now winding down, and its effects are not expected to continue much more past the month of April ➡️ https://ow.ly/wbBZ50Rfqqe📷 Temperature anomaly (difference from normal) for the months of December, January and February. Shades of yellow to red indicate that temperatures were above average. ... See MoreSee Less

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A 605 MW PV plant in Germany is now Europe's largest solar farm

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A 605-MW project in Germany has claimed the title of Europe's largest solar farm, bumping a PV plant in Spain out of the top spot.
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6 days ago

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The solar Investment Tax Credit (ITC) is a powerful tool to help businesses and households access the cost savings of #solar energy. #Solarcustomers can learn about their solar options with SEIA's Smart Solar Guide: http://solarcustomers.seia.org ... See MoreSee Less

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Are you passionate about climate action and community engagement? We have exciting volunteer opportunities waiting for you! Come by SIMs tomorrow, anytime between 10am - 3pm to say hello and learn how you can make a difference!!Here are some ways you can get involved:✅ General On-Call Support: Assist with events and admin tasks.✅ Climate Action Campaigner or Researcher: Push for local climate action.✅ Invasive Plants Support: Help remove invasive plants and fire hazards around the island.✅ Native Plant Propagation: Grow plants for restoration.✅ Fundraising Support✅ Website Content Coordination: Help update our site.✅ Lighter Living Outreach Support: Connect with individuals reducing their climate impacts and share their stories.✅ Media & Communications: Create content to inspire action.✅ Community SWAPS & Repair Café Event Support: Assist with climate-focused events.✅ Start Your Own Group: Lead a TSS Working Group.Ready to make an impact? #VolunteerFair #ClimateAction #saltspringisland 🌎✨ ... See MoreSee Less

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🚗🔋Considering buying an electric vehicle? Have some unanswered questions or need support making a decision?This month, Green Drinks features guest speaker Julian Sale of Motorize Electric Vehicles, who can answer your queries.Julian has advanced knowledge of all available electric vehicles and is on the board of the Victoria EV Association. Motorize is a family-owned business that sells only used electric vehicles. TSS Green DrinksThursday, March 28, 5pm - 7pmPacos Tacos (the Restaurant at the Golf Course) ... See MoreSee Less

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Alberta Utilities Commission report finds renewable energy projects have minimal impact on agriculture and environment, counteracting prior government worries - pvbuzz.com

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The anticipated loss of agricultural lands to renewable energy development in Alberta would not exceed 1% by 2041, according to the Alberta Utilities Commission report.
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Connection Café - Economic Resiliency Network - 6:30-8 PM - Rural Islands Economic Partnership

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Are you prepared for the risk of climate-related disruptions to your coastal region business, community organization, or livelihood?
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The UAE Consensus was the largest climate agreement to be reached since the Paris Climate Accords in 2015.But what does the UAE Consensus mean?Find out all you need to know at www.theuaeconsensus.com #COP28 #TheUAEConsensus ... See MoreSee Less

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You Can Be Net-Zero, Baby!

Produced by the Galiano Conservancy Association

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Ten Solar Power Myths

SSREC’s Tom Mommsen debunks ten myths about solar power, myths like “we don’t get enough sun”, or “it’s too expensive”, or “it’s too complicated”…

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Tell the provincial government that BC Hydro should support installation of residential and community-scale solar systems

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Community Solar in BC – A Short Primer

This article was first published in early 2017, and since then the community of Hudson’s Hope has been busy installing 500 kW solar PV on public buildings, and the Upper Nicola Band is embarking on a 15 MW solar project, while two independent utilities (Summerland, New Westminster) have seen the light and follow Nelson in installing community solar. On the negative side, BC Hydro’s standing offer programs have since been suspended, and BC Hydro is attacking the net-metering program with an application to the BC Utilities Commission to limit net-metering. Link: http://www.bcuc.com/ApplicationView.aspx?ApplicationId=629

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