Sixteen groups will receive over a million dollars through PEI’s Climate Challenge Fund to help Islanders adapt to climate change, develop new technologies and opportunities, and reduce greenhouse gas emissions in innovative ways. The goal of the Climate Challenge Fund is to...
Cyanobacteria, or blue-green algae blooms, are not common in PEI but can be a concern as some strains can produce toxins that are harmful to human or animal health. In PEI cyanobacteria can be found in shallow, warm, and slow moving or still water (including freshwater ponds)...
Plans for the Cleantech Park in Georgetown, which include the Cleantech Innovation Centre (CIC), were made public today. CIC will house the Cleantech Academy, a joint initiative between Holland College and UPEI. Students will work collaboratively with local industry to develop...
Honourable Steven Myers Minister of Environment, Energy and Climate Action 4th Floor Jones PO Box 2000 Charlottetown, PE C1A 7N8 Dear Minister Myers, I am pleased to have you serve as the Minister of Environment, Energy and Climate Action. On April 3, 2023, we were given a...
The provincial government is providing $5 million to support 27 new active transportation projects in communities across Prince Edward Island. The Active Transportation Fund has supported projects that encourage more walking and biking since 2020, resulting in over 100 new active...
Island business, organizations, academic institutions and communities developing clean technology may be eligible for funding through the Cleantech Research and Innovation Fund (CRIF). CRIF will provide up to $500,000 for research and development of a product, service or process that achieves any of the following CRIF program pillars: Reduce negative environmental impact by significantly improving energy efficiency and switching fuel sources; Sustainably enhance grid resiliency; Develop sustainable use of resources; Create non-emitting and/or renewable energy; or Enhance environmental...
In 2022, government released the Net Zero Framework with a vision to become Canada’s first Net Zero Province with targets for Net Zero Energy by 2030 and Net Zero for GHG Emissions by 2040. The Net Zero Advisory Committee provides advice based on diverse experience, knowledge...
You will need an activity permit if you wish to conduct work in a watercourse, wetland or 15 m buffer zone on or near your property. Unauthorized changes made to a watercourse, wetland or buffer zone may result in damage to the environment, water quality, infrastructure and property. What kind of activities can be done in or around a watercourse, wetland, or buffer zone, and how much do they cost? Boardwalk construction in a buffer zone - $50 Boardwalk construction in a wetland or sand dune - $100 Boat launch or shoreline access - $100 Dam or impoundment maintenance - $100 Dredging - $100...
Water Analysis Fee Schedule TYPE of ANALYSIS TEST FEES (Rates do not include HST) Drinking Water Analysis As of January 1, 2022, free bacteria and general chemistry testing of well water used as a source of drinking is available to Islanders whose wells are not part of a...
Fuelwood: Safe, Effective and Affordable. Islanders have traditionally used firewood as a cost-effective and readily available cooking and heating fuel. In recent years high fuel oil costs and concern over fossil fuels and climate change have increased demand for locally produced...