In no particular order, here are some of our favourite online destinations to learn about clean, green and wind energy solutions in Canada.
1. Canadian Wind Energy Association (CanWEA.ca)
The official website for the national non-profit promoting the growth of wind energy in Canada.
2. WindFacts.ca
An extension of CanWEA.com, Wind Facts is your source for a range of information related to wind energy in Canada, from health and environmental impact to affordability and the technology itself. Their “Ask Us!” features allows visitors to submit questions directly to the site to be answered by a WindFacts.ca team member. Their archive of past questions and answers is a convenient resource for the casual visitor.
3. Natural Resources Canada (NRCan.gc.ca)
This Canadian Government website provides an overview of not only wind energy in Canada but the range of energy sources and related distribution across the country for contextual analysis and insight.
4. Save ON Energy (SaveOnEnergy.ca)
For folks in Ontario, a great source for energy efficiency tips, tools, information on incentive programs and more, for home and business alike.
5. Friends of Wind (FriendsOfWind.ca)
A strong voice for the future of wind energy in Canada. In addition to features, news and information, regular challenges and contests turn advocacy into activism.
6. Wind Energy Institute of Canada (WEICan.ca)
Based out of North Cap, PEI, and founded in 1981, this longstanding non-profit research and testing institute is dedicated to the ongoing development of wind energy across Canada through its robust commitment to testing, training, research and collaboration.
7. Ministry of Agriculture, Food and Rural Affairs (Ontario)
Providing overview and insight into the range of options for green energy generation as it relates to agriculture. Specifically geared towards Ontarians, this useful information offers value to farmers from across the nation.
The leading green energy provider in Canada, Bullfrog’s innovative approach to greening makes it easy for individuals and business alike to convert to 100% renewable energy while simultaneously helping to bring new renewable energy product to life – from across the street, to across the country.
Dedicated to the creation of a sustainable Canada, DavidSuzuki.org focusses on the range of ecological issues including climate change, personal heath as impacted by the environment, the health our oceans, the preservation of wildlife and their habitat and much, much more.
News, education, action and activism from one of our planet’s most important scientists and environmentalists.
10. Your turn!
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