http://www.livesmartbc.ca/rss/livesmartbc.xml http://www.gov.bc.ca/shared/images/right_nav_library/livesmartbc.jpg http://www.livesmartbc.ca/ 5 Can you believe it's February already? Wow, time flies when you’re busy taking climate action and shooting King Tide Photos (see slideshow below). Some of us are still waiting for the start of the cold winter that was forecasted but never arrived. It's tempting to use this observation to demonstrate global warming and climate change - but keep in mind that Climate is defined as the long-term trend in weather patterns over significant time periods (Learn More). Instead, observe how 8 of B.C.’s 15 hottest years on record have taken place in the past 15 years (Radio interview with Dr. Francis Zweirs / page 2 of recent PCIC update)... ]]> http://www.livesmartbc.ca/blog/2012/happy-groundhog-day-2012-climate-new-years.html Thu, 2 Feb 2012 12:00:00 GMT tag:livesmartbc.ca,2012-02-02:Blog: Happy Groundhog Day 2012 (Climate New Years) connect with LiveSmart BC on Twitter, Facebook, Flickr, YouTube, etc.
To keep things simpler, in 2012 this RSS feed will be reserved for updates from our LiveSmart BC Blog posts. For links to climate-related news releases and other great tweets, follow us on twitter. You can also find B.C. Government news releases and social media links at http://www.newsroom.gov.bc.ca/connect.html.
Have a happy 2012! You Choose, You Save... LiveSmart. ]]> http://www.LiveSmartBC.ca/ Mon, 2 Jan 2012 12:00:00 GMT tag:livesmartbc.ca,2012-02-01:Update: Changes to this RSS feed Videoconferencing is a unique option for these northern communities, which experience some of the highest circuit court volumes and most severe weather conditions in B.C. The service provides an alternative to in-person appearances for court matters, providing flexibility for police, witnesses, the accused and other parties who might otherwise have to travel considerable distances… ]]> http://www2.news.gov.bc.ca/news_releases_2009-2013/2011ENV0075-001645.htm Thu, 22 Dec 2011 12:00:00 GMT tag:livesmartbc.ca,2011-22-12:News Release: Nahwitti Windfarm Project approved Videoconferencing is a unique option for these northern communities, which experience some of the highest circuit court volumes and most severe weather conditions in B.C. The service provides an alternative to in-person appearances for court matters, providing flexibility for police, witnesses, the accused and other parties who might otherwise have to travel considerable distances… ]]> http://www2.news.gov.bc.ca/news_releases_2009-2013/2011AG0037-001642.htm Thu, 22 Dec 2011 12:00:00 GMT tag:livesmartbc.ca,2011-22-12:News Release: Courts innovate with videoconferencing solutions …In Quesnel, the new TEC building – heated by clean geo-thermal energy – more than doubles the number of spaces available for trades and technical training. Programs offered include welding, carpentry, electrical, plumbing and horticulture… ]]> http://www2.news.gov.bc.ca/news_releases_2009-2013/2011AVED0049-001628.htm Tue, 20 Dec 2011 12:00:00 GMT tag:livesmartbc.ca,2011-20-12:News Release: CNC buildings open trades and technology double-header One bylaw standard will cover anaerobic digestion on farms in the Agricultural Land Reserve (ALR) and the other will cover combined heat and power co-generation in greenhouses in the ALR. Both systems present farmers possibilities to improve operating efficiency… ]]> http://www2.news.gov.bc.ca/news_releases_2009-2013/2011AGRI0045-001624.htm Tue, 20 Dec 2011 12:00:00 GMT tag:livesmartbc.ca,2011-20-12:News Release: Comments requested on ALR on-farm energy creation The use of renewable fuel in 2010 saved 418,919 tonnes of greenhouse gas emissions from being released into the environment, the equivalent of about 82,000 cars being removed from the road.
The amendment delays the requirement for fuel suppliers to reduce the carbon intensity of their fuels. This will mean that the carbon-intensity requirements will continue to be reporting-only until June 30, 2013. The Province remains committed to its low-carbon fuel requirement target of 10 per cent by 2020… ]]> http://www2.news.gov.bc.ca/news_releases_2009-2013/2011ENER0126-001608.htm Wed, 14 Dec 2011 12:00:00 GMT tag:livesmartbc.ca,2011-12-12:News Release: Renewable fuel amendments enacted Click here to read the list…
…Each year Canadians generate a whopping 545,000 tonnes of waste from gift wrapping and shopping bags, and a good portion of that is generated at Christmas… ]]> http://www2.news.gov.bc.ca/news_releases_2009-2013/2011ENV0071-001606.htm Mon, 12 Dec 2011 12:00:00 GMT tag:livesmartbc.ca,2011-12-12:News Release: 12 days and ways to a greener Christmas The Jim Pattison Centre of Excellence in Sustainable Building Technologies and Renewable Energy Conservation exemplifies sustainability inside and out, and will become a leader in education and applied research into sustainable building practices in B.C.…
…The centre is one of the world’s greenest buildings. It was created to train trades people, site managers and construction workers skilled in sustainable building practices. It is also designed to be one of most innovative and advanced sustainable facilities in the world, living up to the standards of the Living Building Challenge – the most rigorous sustainability program in the world…
…The building is ventilated and cooled using the natural flow of air across cool concrete floors and exhausted through solar chimneys; windows feature a green light/red light system to indicate when they can be opened to maximize cooling…
…The building is expected to use 65 kilowatt-hours of energy per square metre per year. A typical building of similar size and construction would use approximately 250 kilowatt-hours per square metre per year, making this building one of the most energy efficient in North America…
…The building aspires to be the first of its type to achieve the Living Building Challenge, the very highest standard for sustainable construction, which requires proof of true carbon neutrality.

Visit the Okanagan College site for more information. ]]> http://www2.news.gov.bc.ca/news_releases_2009-2013/2011PREM0162-001604.htm Mon, 12 Dec 2011 12:00:00 GMT tag:livesmartbc.ca,2011-12-12:News Release: Okanagan College Building a Sustainable Future …The $13.3-million facility was completed ahead of schedule and is expected to handle the growth in demand for transit services throughout the region. The Province contributed $4.7 million, the Government of Canada contributed $3.3 million and local partners funded the $5.3-million balance. ]]> http://www2.news.gov.bc.ca/news_releases_2009-2013/2011TRAN0109-001586.htm Fri, 09 Dec 2011 12:00:00 GMT tag:livesmartbc.ca,2011-09-12:News Release: New transit centre officially opens in Vernon
Over the past few years, countless individuals and organisations have taken the time to write letters, encouraging the BC Government to consider providing incentives and programs in support of Clean Energy Vehicles. If you are reading this, you may well have been one of the many who took the time to write! During the same period the Plug-in BC Working Group has been working behind the scenes to attract auto manufactures to our province by developing a range of strategies to ensure BC is a CEV-ready province, including partnering on pilot projects which saw some of the first CEVs make their debut in BC... ]]> http://www.livesmartbc.ca/blog/2011/CEVs-the-long-wait-is-over.html Thu, 01 Dec 2011 12:00:00 GMT tag:livesmartbc.ca,2011-01-12:Blog Post: Clean Energy Vehicles – The long wait is over... …The Evergreen Line is scheduled to open in the summer of 2016. The new rapid transit line will connect Coquitlam to Vancouver via Port Moody and Burnaby. It will be a fast, frequent and convenient SkyTrain service, connecting Coquitlam City Centre through Port Moody to Lougheed Town Centre in approximately 15 minutes.
The Evergreen Line will allow passengers to connect, without transfer, to the existing SkyTrain network at Lougheed Station, and will integrate with regional bus and West Coast Express networks giving commuters more transportation choices.

Audio clip of Minister of Transportation and Infrastructure Blair Lekstrom: http://snd.sc/sRzcaC ]]> http://www2.news.gov.bc.ca/news_releases_2009-2013/2011TRAN0103-001529.htm Fri, 25 Nov 2011 12:00:00 GMT tag:livesmartbc.ca,2011-25-11:News Release: Tenders let for Evergreen Line early construction New high-efficiency wood stoves are proven to burn one-third less wood, reduce emissions by up to 70 per cent and significantly reduce the risk of chimney fires…
View links to individual News Releases below:
- The Regional District of Nanaimo received $24,500 from the wood stove exchange program…
- The Regional District of Kootenay Boundary received $11,560 from the wood stove exchange program…
- Merritt received $13,745 from the wood stove exchange program…
- The Port Alberni Air Quality Council received $23,500 from the wood stove exchange program…
- Campbell River received $15,000 from the wood stove exchange program…
- Port Alice received $6,750 from the wood stove exchange program…
- The Regional District of Central Kootenay received $27,500 from the wood stove exchange program…
- The Sunshine Coast Clean Air Society received $25,000 from the wood stove exchange program… . ]]> http://www.news.gov.bc.ca/ Wed, 23 Nov 2011 12:00:00 GMT tag:livesmartbc.ca,2011-23-11:News Release: NR: Wood stove exchange programs turf ‘old smoky’ across B.C. …Nine communities will receive $40,000 each for feasibility studies and development work on a range of projects, including run-of-river, biomass and geothermal projects…
]]> http://www2.news.gov.bc.ca/news_releases_2009-2013/2011ARR0016-001496.htm Fri, 18 Nov 2011 12:00:00 GMT tag:livesmartbc.ca,2011-18-11:News Release: Clean energy equals Aboriginal economic development …Point-of-sale incentives of between $2,500 and $5,000 on eligible clean energy vehicles including the Nissan Leaf, Mitsubishi iMiEV, Tesla Roadster, Toyota Prius, Chevrolet Volt, light-duty natural gas vehicles, light-duty hydrogen fuel cell electric vehicles and other qualifying vehicles bought or leased on or after Dec. 1, 2011…
]]> http://www2.news.gov.bc.ca/news_releases_2009-2013/2011ENV0060-001428.htm Sat, 05 Nov 2011 12:00:00 GMT tag:livesmartbc.ca,2011-05-11:News Release: New rebates help B.C. drivers plug into clean cars http://www2.news.gov.bc.ca/news_releases_2009-2013/2011TRAN0091-001403.htm Wed, 02 Nov 2011 12:00:00 GMT tag:livesmartbc.ca,2011-02-11:News Release: Province initiates review of transit to improve services for British Columbians http://www2.news.gov.bc.ca/news_releases_2009-2013/2011PREM0133-001368.htm Fri, 28 Oct 2011 12:00:00 GMT tag:livesmartbc.ca,2011-28-10:News Release: Kitsilano upgrades will honour the school’s history The estimated $50.1-million replacement school will be designed to LEED Gold or equivalent standards and will meet the latest seismic construction standards. ]]> http://www2.news.gov.bc.ca/news_releases_2009-2013/2011EDUC0090-001378.htm Fri, 28 Oct 2011 12:00:00 GMT tag:livesmartbc.ca,2011-28-10:News Release: Oak Bay to get new high school …Topics include... Balancing housing affordability and energy efficiency requirements. ]]> http://www2.news.gov.bc.ca/news_releases_2009-2013/2011ENER0110-001373.htm Fri, 28 Oct 2011 12:00:00 GMT tag:livesmartbc.ca,2011-28-10:News Release: Public consultation on 2012 BC Building Code Clean-up involved using a special, long-reach backhoe that could reach 19 metres (65 feet) downhill to remove the waste – everything from old cars, appliances, furniture, yard waste, household garbage to animal carcasses. Illegal dumping has occurred at this site for over 30 years and was so extreme, it could be seen on a Google Earth map…
…Flickr photos available starting here ]]> http://www2.news.gov.bc.ca/news_releases_2009-2013/2011FOR0206-001371.htm Fri, 28 Oct 2011 12:00:00 GMT tag:livesmartbc.ca,2011-28-10:News Release: Illegal garbage site no longer visible from outer space Facebook and Twitter to discuss:
What would it take to get you behind the wheel of a Clean Energy Vehicle?
CEVs include pure battery electric, plug-in hybrid electric and alternative fuel vehicles such as hydrogen, and compressed natural gas.
And if you've had a chance to drive one, what do you think? #CEVinBC ]]> http://www.LiveSmartBC.ca/road Wed, 26 Oct 2011 12:00:00 GMT tag:livesmartbc.ca,2011-26-10:Update: What would it take to get you behind the wheel of a Clean Energy Vehicle? This legislation will allow the region to increase fuel tax by two cents per litre starting April 1, 2012. The additional regional fuel tax revenue will help fund the Evergreen Line rapid transit project and other priority transportation projects across Metro Vancouver… ]]> http://www2.news.gov.bc.ca/news_releases_2009-2013/2011TRAN0089-001314.htm Mon, 17 Oct 2011 12:00:00 GMT tag:livesmartbc.ca,2011-17-10:News Release: Legislation introduced to support Metro Vancouver's transit “Waste Reduction Week provides a way to get more people thinking about the waste they produce and efforts they can take to reduce the flow of material into landfills, said Lake. “Recycling is an action that just makes sense because it significantly reduces GHG emissions.”…
…The reduction of GHG emissions through the recycling of beer containers is equivalent to taking 13,000 cars off the road. ]]> http://www2.news.gov.bc.ca/news_releases_2009-2013/2011ENV0054-001310.htm Sun, 16 Oct 2011 12:00:00 GMT tag:livesmartbc.ca,2011-16-10:News Release: B.C. proclaims Waste Reduction Week …Energy House is a crucial component of the Centre for Clean Energy Technologies at NLC, and is an important resource for the community of Dawson Creek. It contains a lab for students to learn how to implement renewable energy and energy efficiency projects. It will also serve as a demonstration venue for the local community, showing ways that green energy can be integrated…
…Energy House fulfills all its energy needs – electricity and heating – via solar panels, biomass boiler and geo-exchange systems; it also powers parts of the campus… Energy House has been built to LEED platinum standards – the highest in the Leadership in Energy and Environmental Design building rating system… ]]> http://www2.news.gov.bc.ca/news_releases_2009-2013/2011PREM0127-001304.htm Sat, 15 Oct 2011 12:00:00 GMT tag:livesmartbc.ca,2011-15-10:News Release: New facility ‘energizing’ students at NLC ]]> http://www.livesmartbc.ca/blog/2011/beckett-electric-truck.html Wed, 12 Oct 2011 12:00:00 GMT tag:livesmartbc.ca,2011-12-10:Blog Post: Introducing the Beckett Electric Truck …École Mer-et-montagne was built to LEED (Leadership in Energy and Environmental Design) Gold standards. Design features include:
· Systems to harvest rainwater.
· Ground source heat pump.
· Energy efficient mechanical and electrical systems ]]> http://www2.news.gov.bc.ca/news_releases_2009-2013/2011EDUC0081-001243.htm Mon, 03 Oct 2011 12:00:00 GMT tag:livesmartbc.ca,2011-03-10:News Release: New Francophone school opened in Campbell River The new B.C. Former Service Station Toolkit is a website with resources for local governments and anyone interested in the reuse and redevelopment of former service station sites… ]]> http://www2.news.gov.bc.ca/news_releases_2009-2013/2011FOR0185-001223.htm Wed, 28 Sep 2011 12:00:00 GMT tag:livesmartbc.ca,2011-28-09:News Release: Fuelling redevelopment: Former Service Station Toolkit Vacations may be over, but kids need to be picked up and dropped off, students begin commuting to-and-from classes or travelling home on weekends/holidays, and the labour force needs to get to work in order to pay for it all... luckily there are ways to save time, money, and live smarter on the road
The obvious first choice would be to walk. Maybe not everywhere everyday; but there are probably plenty of walkable pieces if you pace yourself… ]]> http://www.livesmartbc.ca/blog/2011/make-it-a-green-autumn-on-the-road.html Fri, 23 Sep 2011 12:00:00 GMT tag:livesmartbc.ca,2011-23-09:Blog Post: Make it a Green Autumn on the Road Shoulder bus lanes are dedicated sections of highway shoulders that allow buses to bypass traffic congestion and improve the reliability of transit service… ]]> http://www2.news.gov.bc.ca/news_releases_2009-2013/2011TRAN0084-001166.htm Wed, 14 Sep 2011 12:00:00 GMT tag:livesmartbc.ca,2011-14-09:News Release: Yield for transit buses at new Hwy 99 flashing lights B.C. is the only Canadian province to provide a universal transit program to students attending public post-secondary institutions…

Link to YouTube video ]]> http://www2.news.gov.bc.ca/news_releases_2009-2013/2011TRAN0079-001121.htm Wed, 07 Sep 2011 12:00:00 GMT tag:livesmartbc.ca,2011-07-09:News Release: College, university students save with U-Pass BC New high-efficiency wood stoves are proven to burn one-third less wood, reduce emissions by up to 70 per cent and significantly reduce risks of chimney fires… ]]> http://www2.news.gov.bc.ca/news_releases_2009-2013/2011ENV0048-001088.htm Sat, 03 Sep 2011 12:00:00 GMT tag:livesmartbc.ca,2011-03-09:News Release: Air quality boosted by wood stove exchange funding …Redeveloped brownfields increase local tax revenue from previously underutilized properties, reduce greenhouse gases from urban sprawl and generate sustainable land stewardship…
View links to individual News Releases below:
- $112,000 for brownfield redevelopment in Duncan
- $40,000 for brownfield redevelopment in Lillooet
- $23,475 for brownfield redevelopment in Kelowna
- Over $23,000 for brownfield redevelopment in Princeton
- $49,000 for brownfield redevelopment in Vancouver
- More than $97,000 provided for brownfield redevelopment [Nanaimo]
- $40,000 for brownfield redevelopment in Terrace
- $125,000 for brownfield redevelopment in Delta . ]]> http://www.news.gov.bc.ca/ Thu, 01 Sep 2011 12:00:00 GMT tag:livesmartbc.ca,2011-01-09:News Release: Funding for brownfield redevelopment projects across B.C. http://www2.news.gov.bc.ca/news_releases_2009-2013/2011EDUC0070-001082.htm Wed, 31 Aug 2011 12:00:00 GMT tag:livesmartbc.ca,2011-31-08:Information Bulletin: Back-to-school tips to help the environment …the Pacific Institute for Climate Solutions (PICS) launched an innovative series of online climate change short courses: Climate Insights 101 uses a combination of animations, interviews and dynamic media to engage and educate people on the basic concepts of Climate Change and includes B.C. context and examples… ]]> http://www.livesmartbc.ca/blog/2011/BC-expert-climate-professors-launch-online-learning-presentation-for-public-education.html Mon, 29 Aug 2011 12:00:00 GMT tag:livesmartbc.ca,2011-11-08:Blog Post: BC Expert Climate Professors Launch Online Learning Presentation for Public Education ]]> http://www2.news.gov.bc.ca/news_releases_2009-2013/2011AVED0031-001054.htm Mon, 29 Aug 2011 12:00:00 GMT tag:livesmartbc.ca,2011-17-08:News Release: Building renewal sustaining UBC for the future http://www2.news.gov.bc.ca/news_releases_2009-2013/2011TRAN0070-001029.htm Mon, 22 Aug 2011 12:00:00 GMT tag:livesmartbc.ca,2011-17-08:News Release: Regional transit projects improve access, safety http://www2.news.gov.bc.ca/news_releases_2009-2013/2011AGRI0030-001014.htm Wed, 17 Aug 2011 12:00:00 GMT tag:livesmartbc.ca,2011-17-08:News Release: Canada and B.C. fund renewable energy for agriculture http://www2.news.gov.bc.ca/news_releases_2009-2013/2011FOR0143-001015.htm Wed, 17 Aug 2011 12:00:00 GMT tag:livesmartbc.ca,2011-17-08:News Release: New guidelines help map B.C. coastal floodplains It has been published on the Climate Action Secretariat's website for use in creating offsets that may be sold to the Pacific Carbon Trust. For more information, please visit: http://www.env.gov.bc.ca/cas/mitigation/fcop.html ]]> http://www.env.gov.bc.ca/cas/mitigation/fcop.html Mon, 15 Aug 2011 12:00:00 GMT tag:livesmartbc.ca,2011-15-08:Update: Forest Carbon Offset Protocol LiveSmart BC: Efficiency Incentive program can, in most cases, access close to double the incentives available through the LiveSmart program alone!... ]]> http://www.livesmartbc.ca/blog/2011/ecoENERGY-program-doubles-incentives-available-from-LiveSmartBC.html Thu, 11 Aug 2011 12:00:00 GMT tag:livesmartbc.ca,2011-11-08:Blog Post: ecoENERGY Program Doubles Incentives Available from LiveSmart BC http://crd.bc.ca/media/2011-08-08-home-energy.htm Mon, 08 Aug 2011 12:00:00 GMT tag:livesmartbc.ca,2011-08-08:News: Energy Labelled Home Sales to Spur Green Economy in Capital Region Everyone is talking about it: whether it’s organic food, energy star appliances, fuel efficient cars… but what about our homes? Over 76 per cent of our home energy use goes to heating and hot water – making the energy efficiency of our home a big factor in both greenhouse gas emissions and monthly utility bills…
For a limited time, residents of the Capital Regional District that are selling their homes are eligible for a $150 rebate towards an energy assessment that will provide them with an EnerGuide for Houses rating to include in their listing on the Multi-Listing Service (MLS®) website… ]]> http://www.livesmartbc.ca/blog/2011/free-home-energy-assessments-in-the-CRD-when-EnerGuide-for-houses-efficiency-label-posted-on-MLS.html Mon, 08 Aug 2011 12:00:00 GMT tag:livesmartbc.ca,2011-08-08:Blog Post: Free Home Energy Assessments in the CRD when "EnerGuide for Houses" efficiency label posted on MLS for buyers http://www2.news.gov.bc.ca/news_releases_2009-2013/2011AGRI0029-000969.htm Sat, 06 Aug 2011 12:00:00 GMT tag:livesmartbc.ca,2011-06-08:News Release: B.C. pink salmon now certified for “green” menus Geothermal energy is a reliable, clean and renewable energy source, with almost no greenhouse gas emissions. It draws sustainable power from the natural thermal energy contained in the rock and fluid in the earth’s crust… ]]> http://www2.news.gov.bc.ca/news_releases_2009-2013/2011ENER0067-000939.htm Thu, 28 Jul 2011 12:00:00 GMT tag:livesmartbc.ca,2011-28-07:News Release: Province concludes July geothermal permit sale “This solid waste management plan will help us preserve non-renewable resources, save energy, generate revenue, protect the environment and reduce greenhouse gases,” said Metro Vancouver board chair Lois Jackson...
...methane gas collected from solid waste management facilities can be used as an alternative fuel, and for generating clean electricity or heat. ]]> http://www2.news.gov.bc.ca/news_releases_2009-2013/2011ENV0044-000925.htm Mon, 25 Jul 2011 12:00:00 GMT tag:livesmartbc.ca,2011-25-07:News Release: Metro Vancouver Solid Waste Management Plan approved The ICE Fund helps B.C. entrepreneurs, communities and First Nations demonstrate the viability of their pre-commercial clean technologies to investors and customers worldwide. Since 2008, 56 projects have been approved and are receiving funding to develop new energy solutions to real, everyday energy and environmental challenges. This includes solutions like biomass gasification to produce biogas, which is a clean heating alternative to fossil fuels.
These 12 B.C. entrepreneurs, communities and First Nations will invest about $71 million in their projects. With government’s support of $8 million, this brings the total investment in green innovation to $79 million. ]]> http://www2.news.gov.bc.ca/news_releases_2009-2013/2011ENER0062-000903.htm Sat, 23 Jul 2011 12:00:00 GMT tag:livesmartbc.ca,2011-23-07:News Release: $8 million for clean energy projects The “bear smart” recycling program’s main goal is to encourage industries to be more responsible for managing what happens to their products once the consumer is done using them. BC Parks and Encorp Pacific will continue to promote effective waste management systems... ]]> http://www2.news.gov.bc.ca/news_releases_2009-2013/2011ENV0042-000905.htm Thu, 21 Jul 2011 12:00:00 GMT tag:livesmartbc.ca,2011-21-07:News Release: BC Parks expands ‘Bear Smart’ recycling program A broad range of datasets are available, such as birth rates, carbon emissions statistics and information on schools. Opening up this information will help people make informed decisions, conduct research, analyze statistics and develop applications...
YouTube Video ]]> http://www2.news.gov.bc.ca/news_releases_2009-2013/2011PREM0089-000892.htm Tue, 19 Jul 2011 12:00:00 GMT tag:livesmartbc.ca,2011-18-07:News Release: Open data signals new direction for B.C. government BikeBC Cycling Infrastructure Partnerships Program funding supports ongoing work to create bike lanes, separated bike paths and multi-use trails... ]]> http://www2.news.gov.bc.ca/news_releases_2009-2013/2011TRAN0055-000879.htm Mon, 18 Jul 2011 12:00:00 GMT tag:livesmartbc.ca,2011-18-07:News Release: Families and communities benefit from cycling infrastructure The GCC appreciates that these steps take time and energy to implement and has heard from some local governments that they need flexibility in the carbon neutral timing in order to build capacity and resources to achieve them... ]]> http://www.toolkit.bc.ca/news/%5Bfield_release_date_y%5D/%5Bfield_release_date_m%5D/%5Bfield_release_date_d%5D/gcc-communiqu-making-progress-towards-carbon-n Fri, 15 Jul 2011 12:00:00 GMT tag:livesmartbc.ca,2011-15-07:News: GCC Communiqué on Making Progress Towards Carbon Neutrality http://www2.news.gov.bc.ca/news_releases_2009-2013/2011TRAN0051-000834.htm Thu, 07 Jul 2011 12:00:00 GMT tag:livesmartbc.ca,2011-07-07:Statement: Mayors’ Council reaches agreement on Evergreen Line As of June 30, 2011, all public sector organizations in the province have offset carbon emissions from 2010 operations. Read the News Release & Backgrounder. ]]> http://www.livesmartbc.ca/blog/2011/bc-government-announces-carbon-neutrality.html Thu, 30 Jun 2011 12:00:00 GMT tag:livesmartbc.ca,2011-30-06:Blog Post: B.C. Government Announces Carbon Neutrality "The Government of Canada is proud to support projects like this that improve public transit for Canadians," said Minister Lebel. "We are pleased to be partnering with the Government of British Columbia and TransLink to open this impressive new transit centre in Surrey. The new facility will allow Surrey to provide more effective public transit services to commuters."...
]]> http://www.tc.gc.ca/eng/mediaroom/releases-2011-h054e-6384.htm Mon, 04 Jul 2011 12:00:00 GMT tag:livesmartbc.ca,2011-04-07:News: The Surrey Transit Centre officially opens today “In this first chapter of our carbon neutral success story we’ve shown cutting emissions creates savings and new jobs.” said Lake. “Taking a leadership role on carbon emissions has meant change and, in some cases, challenges for some organizations. The next chapter will be about working with those organizations on ways to lower their offset costs and see greater savings.”...
]]> http://www2.news.gov.bc.ca/news_releases_2009-2013/2011ENV0032-000805.htm Thu, 30 Jun 2011 12:00:00 GMT tag:livesmartbc.ca,2011-30-06:News Release: Carbon neutral B.C.: A first for North America Effective July 1, 2011, the carbon tax on gasoline rises by 1.11 cents per litre to 5.56 cents per litre. Other fuels see a similar increase... ]]> http://www2.news.gov.bc.ca/news_releases_2009-2013/2011FIN0059-000810.htm Thu, 30 Jun 2011 12:00:00 GMT tag:livesmartbc.ca,2011-30-06:News Release: Carbon tax, climate action tax credit both rise July 1 The advisors will work directly with small businesses to identify potential energy- and cost-saving opportunities such as lighting, hot water, heating and ventilation...
Once complete, the LiveSmart BC: Small Business Program is forecast to save businesses provincewide more than $7 million each year in utility costs. More than 4,000 small businesses across the province are expected to benefit from the program. ]]> http://www2.news.gov.bc.ca/news_releases_2009-2013/2011ENER0054-000792.htm Wed, 29 Jun 2011 12:00:00 GMT tag:livesmartbc.ca,2011-29-06:News Release: Business Energy Advisor Makes Saving Easy The ICF will also prepare a long-term plan that describes how passenger service can reach its potential. The plan will include ways to attract more ridership, which is an important factor to the economic success of the railway...
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]]> http://www2.news.gov.bc.ca/news_releases_2009-2013/2011PREM0080-000787.htm Wed, 29 Jun 2011 12:00:00 GMT tag:livesmartbc.ca,2011-29-06:News Release: Province provides $7.5 million for E&N passenger rail Recently, both the BC Public Service and Interior Health Authority were recognised on the national stage, receiving top marks for their commitments to providing workplaces with stellar leadership on climate action and environmental stewardship... ]]> http://www.livesmartbc.ca/blog/2011/bc-public-sector-green-leadership-recognised.html Fri, 24 Jun 2011 12:00:00 GMT tag:livesmartbc.ca,2011-24-06:Blog Post: B.C. public sector green leadership recognised Students will be involved right from the start in bringing solar power to their school. They will help to find the best location and angle for the solar panel to take advantage of the sun’s rays. Students will take daily readings to see how much power is produced by the panel. Through these readings, they will be able to determine greenhouse gas emissions and energy savings... ]]> http://www2.news.gov.bc.ca/news_releases_2009-2013/2011ENER0043-000703.htm Mon, 20 Jun 2011 12:00:00 GMT tag:livesmartbc.ca,2011-20-06:News Release: Eleven B.C. schools power up with solar These improvements will reduce congestion and enhance the reliability of bus service along this busy route for all commuters who choose public transit...

Link to YouTube Video. ]]> http://www2.news.gov.bc.ca/news_releases_2009-2013/2011TRAN0039-000731.htm Fri, 17 Jun 2011 12:00:00 GMT tag:livesmartbc.ca,2011-17-06:News Release: New bus-only lanes keep people moving on Marine Drive - Follow us on Twitter: @LiveSmartBCca
- Like us on Facebook at facebook.com/pages/LiveSmart-BC/107690395986950 ]]> http://www.livesmartbc.ca/connect/ Fri, 17 Jun 2011 12:00:00 GMT tag:livesmartbc.ca,2011-17-06:Update: Follow-Friday on Twitter, Facebook During construction, houses will be built to accommodate future installation of a renewable energy system. This includes having an area designated for a solar collector... ]]> http://www2.news.gov.bc.ca/news_releases_2009-2013/2011ENER0045-000705.htm Tue, 14 Jun 2011 12:00:00 GMT tag:livesmartbc.ca,2011-14-06:News Release: Greening the Building Code – Communities adopt solar power Small business can submit their energy saving ideas to the Ministry of Energy and Mines starting June 14, 2011. Applications will be evaluated on project feasibility, energy and cost savings, innovation, and their benefit and value to other companies and the community... ]]> http://www2.news.gov.bc.ca/news_releases_2009-2013/2011ENER0046-000706.htm Tue, 14 Jun 2011 12:00:00 GMT tag:livesmartbc.ca,2011-14-06:News Release: Small businesses champion energy efficiency ... Notably, the government is setting an example and keeping its own carbon footprint as small as possible. In fact, the B.C. public sector is legislated to be carbon neutral for 2010 - the only one in North America... ]]> http://www.livesmartbc.ca/blog/2011/energy-innovation-and-conservation-in-the-public-sector.html Mon, 09 Jun 2011 12:00:00 GMT tag:livesmartbc.ca,2011-09-06:Blog Post: Energy innovation and conservation in the Public Sector Shifting from the old incandescent bulbs to more energy efficient light bulbs, like compact florescent light bulbs (CFLs) helps conserve electricity and reduce hydro bills.
There is a wide range of lighting options that families can choose from on their store shelves – CFLs are not their only choice... ]]> http://www2.news.gov.bc.ca/news_releases_2009-2013/2011ENER0040-000668.htm Mon, 06 Jun 2011 12:00:00 GMT tag:livesmartbc.ca,2011-06-06:Opinion Editorial: B.C. a leader in adopting energy-efficient light bulbs http://www2.news.gov.bc.ca/news_releases_2009-2013/2011EDUC0059-000659.htm Mon, 06 Jun 2011 12:00:00 GMT tag:livesmartbc.ca,2011-06-06:News Release: Coldstream celebrates a century of learning with new school This will help B.C. grow the market for low carbon fuel, creating jobs and opportunities throughout the province... ]]> http://www2.news.gov.bc.ca/news_releases_2009-2013/2011ENER0037-000661.htm Mon, 06 Jun 2011 12:00:00 GMT tag:livesmartbc.ca,2011-06-06:News Release: Parliamentary Secretary consults on low carbon fuel solution The new 7,000 sq metre House of Learning was celebrated today as a state-of-art facility with a green roof, a living wall, water efficient landscaping and most of its lighting provided by natural light. With the inspiration of First Nations traditions and the hard work of trades people and technicians, students were on hand to show off the largest lecture theatre of its kind in British Columbia...
]]> http://www2.news.gov.bc.ca/news_releases_2009-2013/2011AVED0022-000603.htm Thu, 26 May 2011 12:00:00 GMT tag:livesmartbc.ca,2011-26-05:News Release: Living wall and local traditions under one roof at TRU Premier Clark spoke at a Green Economy Roundtable in Seattle and held discussions with Governor Gregoire on actions to support green job creation and commerce. The focus of the Roundtable was to encourage business opportunities and potential collaboration between clean technology companies in B.C. and Washington...
]]> http://www2.news.gov.bc.ca/news_releases_2009-2013/2011PREM0055-000581.htm Thu, 19 May 2011 12:00:00 GMT tag:livesmartbc.ca,2011-19-05:News Release: Premier Clark promotes B.C. green economy in Washington “British Columbia and Washington state share a common green agenda that includes a strong economy and job creation,” Premier Clark said. “Governments around the world are confronted with the realities of climate change and I look forward to working with Washington State to find innovative and green ways to grow our economies and create jobs for families on both sides of the border. I also look forward to collaborating with Governor Gregoire who has shown true vision and leadership.”...
Ever since the 2007 Memorandum of Understanding on Climate Action between Washington and British Columbia, both have worked together to jointly reduce greenhouse gas emissions. In February 2011, this partnership was strengthened with new agreements to limit carbon emissions from government operations and facilities and to promote awareness about the rise of sea levels. ]]> http://www2.news.gov.bc.ca/news_releases_2009-2013/2011PREM0054-000573.htm Thu, 19 May 2011 12:00:00 GMT tag:livesmartbc.ca,2011-19-05:News Release: Premier, Governor discuss actions to support economy The LiveSmart BC web team is happy to launch the following page dedicated to contractors: http://www.livesmartbc.ca/homes/contractors.html
On this page you’ll find regular update bulletins providing information that can help you ensure your customers are eligible for Program incentives... ]]> http://www.livesmartbc.ca/blog/2011/resource-page-for-livesmart-contractors.html Mon, 16 May 2011 12:00:00 GMT tag:livesmartbc.ca,2011-16-05:Blog Post: LiveSmartBC.ca Introduces a Resource Page for Contractors “Innovation like this by B.C. companies shows why the province is and will remain a world-centre for hydrogen and fuel cell technology,” said Premier Christy Clark. “We will continue to champion made-in-B.C. hydrogen, electricity, and natural gas as clean, green fuels of the future for B.C. families.”... (YouTube Video) ]]> http://www2.news.gov.bc.ca/news_releases_2009-2013/2011PREM0050-000544.htm Mon, 16 May 2011 12:00:00 GMT tag:livesmartbc.ca,2011-16-05:News Release: B.C. Technology Fuels Clean Hydrogen Vehicles Over the past several years, B.C. has gained international recognition for being a leader on the green economy and taking strong, bold steps to reduce our carbon footprint. We have set legislated targets to reduce our carbon emissions 33 per cent by 2020 and 80 per cent by 2050. And we, as a Province, have taken strong, bold steps to achieve them.
When I took office March 14, there were important decisions on my plate... ]]> http://www.newsroom.gov.bc.ca/downloads/Letter_to_editor_May6-2011.pdf Fri, 06 May 2011 12:00:00 GMT tag:livesmartbc.ca,2011-06-05:LETTER TO THE EDITOR: Building on B.C.’s Leadership in the Green Economy News Release
VICTORIA – The federal government has given environmental approval for the Northwest Transmission Line (NTL), setting the stage for construction to begin this spring...
NTL will reduce GHG emissions by connecting communities relying on diesel to the grid powered by clean electricity... ]]> http://www.newsroom.gov.bc.ca/2011/05/green-light-for-the-northwest-transmission-line.html Fri, 06 May 2011 12:00:00 GMT tag:livesmartbc.ca,2011-06-05: News Release: Green light for the Northwest Transmission Line The report, Climate Change Adaption Guidelines for Sea Dikes and Coastal Flood Hazard Land Use, shows that sea levels will rise faster and greater than previously thought. The report recommends land use planners take into consideration a 0.5-metre rise in sea levels for developments with design life spans up to the year 2050, and 1.0 metres up to the year 2100... ]]> http://www2.news.gov.bc.ca/news_releases_2009-2013/2011FOR0050-000507.htm Fri, 06 May 2011 12:00:00 GMT tag:livesmartbc.ca,2011-06-05:News Release: B.C. releases new sea level rise report ...Clean Energy Act - An amendment allows B.C. families and businesses to finance energy efficiency improvements to their homes or businesses through a loan from their utility company, BC Hydro or FortisBC. Through Pay-as-you-Save (PAYS) financing, British Columbians can pay for energy efficiency improvements on their utility bill and have the option to transfer the loan to the next owner/renter when they move... ]]> http://www2.news.gov.bc.ca/news_releases_2009-2013/2011AG0008-000506.htm Thu, 05 May 2011 12:00:00 GMT tag:livesmartbc.ca,2011-05-05:News Release: Miscellaneous Statutes Amendment Act introduced http://www2.news.gov.bc.ca/news_releases_2009-2013/2011FOR0044-000462.htm Fri, 29 Apr 2011 12:00:00 GMT tag:livesmartbc.ca,2011-29-04:News Release: New jobs will help reduce and remove invasive plants High school artists representing 53 schools and 30 school districts across British Columbia submitted 250 works of art to Earthwise, a student Earth Day art competition offering $3,500 in prize money... ]]> http://www2.news.gov.bc.ca/news_releases_2009-2013/2011CSCD0018-000436.htm Fri, 22 Apr 2011 12:00:00 GMT tag:livesmartbc.ca,2011-22-04:News Release: B.C. teen artists shine on Earth Day art show http://www2.news.gov.bc.ca/news_releases_2009-2013/2011ENV0017-000437.htm Fri, 22 Apr 2011 12:00:00 GMT tag:livesmartbc.ca,2011-22-04:News Release: Students remember the three Rs on Earth Day: Do you? http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=A7H9HLcTfl4
          ]]> http://www2.news.gov.bc.ca/news_releases_2009-2013/2011PREM0038-000434.htm Thu, 21 Apr 2011 12:00:00 GMT tag:livesmartbc.ca,2011-21-04:Video: Premier Christy Clark and Environment Minister Terry Lake celebrate Earth Day ]]> http://www2.news.gov.bc.ca/news_releases_2009-2013/2011PREM0037-000432.htm Thu, 21 Apr 2011 12:00:00 GMT tag:livesmartbc.ca,2011-21-04:News Release: Premier Christy Clark marks Earth Day with Green Investment The provincial government is committing $178,000 to Bike to Work BC to encourage commuters to cycle to work...
        ]]> http://www2.news.gov.bc.ca/news_releases_2009-2013/2011TRAN0029-000396.htm Mon, 18 Apr 2011 12:00:00 GMT tag:livesmartbc.ca,2011-06-04:News Release: Countdown is on to Bike to Work Week http://www.bchydro.com/news/unplug_this_blog/2011/livesmartbc_home_increases.html?WT.mc_id=RSS_News http://www.bchydro.com/news/unplug_this_blog/2011/livesmartbc_home_increases.html The provincial government has announced an extension and increased incentives in its LiveSmart BC program, with more than $7,000 in incentives now available to B.C. homeowners. Apr 7, 2011 LiveSmart BC home efficiency rebates increased The program is extended for an additional two years and rebates for improvements like insulation, draft-proofing and high-performance windows and doors have increased by up to 700 per cent...
In January 2011, the Province launched the LiveSmart BC: Small Business Program, a new $15-million, three-year program to support small businesses through energy efficiency advisors, enhanced product incentives, equipment installation and funding for innovative energy solutions.
(News Release) ]]> http://www.livesmartbc.ca/blog/2011/livesmart-bc-efficiency-incentive-program.html#|http://www2.news.gov.bc.ca/news_releases_2009-2013/2011ENER0010-000348.htm Wed, 06 Apr 2011 12:00:00 GMT tag:livesmartbc.ca,2011-06-04:News Release: Increased home efficiency rebates help families save http://www2.news.gov.bc.ca/news_releases_2009-2013/2011JTI0047-000344.htm Wed, 06 Apr 2011 12:00:00 GMT tag:livesmartbc.ca,2011-06-04:News Release: Year of Science powers up with electric eels The First Nations Clean Energy Business Fund was created as part of Bill 17, the Clean Energy Act, which the B.C. government passed last year. The program is now in place to support First Nations and new power projects. ]]> http://www2.news.gov.bc.ca/news_releases_2009-2013/2011PREM0025-000310.htm Tue, 05 Apr 2011 12:00:00 GMT tag:livesmartbc.ca,2011-05-04:News Release: New fund helps First Nations create green jobs The $16.4-million Samuel Brighouse Elementary, which replaces the old school on the same site, has been built to Leadership in Energy and Environmental Design (LEED) gold standards and will also be a future Neighbourhood Learning Centre. ]]> http://www2.news.gov.bc.ca/news_releases_2009-2013/2011EDUC0022-000323.htm Mon, 04 Apr 2011 12:00:00 GMT tag:livesmartbc.ca,2011-04-04:News Release: Students’ dream school opens its doors in Richmond The community with the highest reduction in consumption – six per cent – was Pitt Meadows. Tumbler Ridge measured the second highest decrease at five per cent... ]]> http://www.el.bchydro.com/mediabulletins/bulletin/community/earthhour2011 Sun, 27 Mar 2011 12:00:00 GMT tag:livesmartbc.ca,2011-27-03:BC Hydro reports close to twice as much Earth Hour savings over 2010 There was an 80 per cent increase in the number of pledges received from people across the FortisBC service area, each committing to turn their lights off for one hour. And the results show that electricity consumption dropped by approximately one per cent, or 3.58 megawatts, during Earth Hour — equal to switching off about 60,000 incandescent light bulbs. ]]> http://www.fortisbc.com/MediaCentre/NewsReleases/2011/Pages/FortisBC-customers-switch-off-for-Earth-Hour-2011-.aspx Mon, 28 Mar 2011 12:00:00 GMT tag:livesmartbc.ca,2011-28-03:FortisBC customers switch off for Earth Hour 2011 FOR MORE INFORMATION VISIT http://wwf.ca/earthhour/ ]]> http://blog.wwf.ca/blog/2011/03/29/earth-hours-success-measured-in-the-strength-of-our-communitiies/ Tue, 29 Mar 2011 12:00:00 GMT tag:livesmartbc.ca,2011-29-03:WWF-Canada: Earth Hour’s success measured in the strength of our communities To show its support, the provincial government will turn off the legislature’s outdoor lights and monitors and equipment in government buildings will be shut down... ]]> http://www2.news.gov.bc.ca/news_releases_2009-2013/2011ENV0016-000302.htm Sat, 26 Mar 2011 12:00:00 GMT tag:livesmartbc.ca,2011-26-03:News Release: Join the globe this Earth Hour This includes 51 clean-technology projects, with an estimated value of $17.2 billion, such as the proposed $75-million Wildmare Wind Energy Project in Chetwynd, and the $50-million PGP Bio Energy Project under construction in Prince George. The inventory also features 101 projects that are, or are aiming to be, certified under a recognized green building rating system like LEED (Leadership in Energy and Environmental Design) or Green Globes, such as the proposed $20-million Central Saanich Fire Hall on Vancouver Island. ]]> http://www2.news.gov.bc.ca/news_releases_2009-2013/2011JTI0040-000295.htm Thu, 24 Mar 2011 12:00:00 GMT tag:livesmartbc.ca,2011-24-03:News Release: Major construction projects in B.C. reach new heights "An increasing number of government officials and developers are asking us about the environmental and climate friendly benefits of switching to wood-frame construction for their housing projects. This trade mission will have a strong focus on showing them why B.C. wood products are an excellent fit with China’s new green building policies." - Pat Bell. ]]> http://www2.news.gov.bc.ca/news_releases_2009-2013/2011JTI0039-000292.htm Thu, 24 Mar 2011 12:00:00 GMT tag:livesmartbc.ca,2011-24-03:News Release: B.C. wood promoted for sustainable housing in China Considering wood first is an effective way to generate demand for wood products, while promoting climate-friendly construction and supporting forest-dependent communities. ]]> http://www2.news.gov.bc.ca/news_releases_2009-2013/2011JTI0037-000281.htm Tue, 22 Mar 2011 12:00:00 GMT tag:livesmartbc.ca,2011-22-03:News Release: B.C. helps Oregon State bring in its Wood First Bill The following water conservation tips... ]]> http://www2.news.gov.bc.ca/news_releases_2009-2013/2011ENV0015-000284.htm Tue, 22 Mar 2011 12:00:00 GMT tag:livesmartbc.ca,2011-22-03:News Release: Lake promotes conservation on World Water Day March 21 was first declared World Forestry Day in 1971, and has been celebrated annually around globe ever since. Its purpose is to remind people of the importance of forests, and the tremendous benefits they provide. ]]> http://www2.news.gov.bc.ca/news_releases_2009-2013/2011FOR0024-000278.htm Mon, 21 Mar 2011 12:00:00 GMT tag:livesmartbc.ca,2011-21-03:News Release: Tree planting commemorates World Forestry Day The plant, which uses innovative technology to convert bark, branches, sawdust and leftover wood products from nearby mills into a highly efficient means of heating campus buildings, is expected to reduce greenhouse gas emissions at the university by 3,500-4,000 tonnes annually. That is the equivalent of taking 1,000 cars off the road every year. ]]> http://www2.news.gov.bc.ca/news_releases_2009-2013/2011PREM0020-000274.htm Fri, 18 Mar 2011 12:00:00 GMT tag:livesmartbc.ca,2011-18-03:News Release: Premier Opens Bioenergy Plant at UNBC The new facility, to be located in Burnaby, will cover the research and the development of production technology leading to large-scale manufacturing of one of the key components of fuel-cell powered electric vehicles.
Link to YouTube Video ]]> http://www2.news.gov.bc.ca/news_releases_2009-2013/2011JTI0034-000272.htm Thu, 17 Mar 2011 12:00:00 GMT tag:livesmartbc.ca,2011-17-03:News Release: B.C. New Home for Mercedes-Benz Fuel Cell Facility Canada Water Week (March 14 to 22) and World Water Day (March 22), the B.C. government is providing an update on Living Water Smart: British Columbia’s Water Plan, as well as highlighting other water-related initiatives ]]> http://www2.news.gov.bc.ca/news_releases_2009-2013/2011ENV0014-000251.htm Sat, 12 Mar 2011 12:00:00 GMT tag:livesmartbc.ca,2011-12-03:News Release: B.C. is living water smart for Canada Water Week
Also: see the Vancouver Sun's article on Pulse Energy ]]> http://www2.news.gov.bc.ca/news_releases_2009-2013/2011TTI0026-000233.htm Wed, 09 Mar 2011 12:00:00 GMT tag:livesmartbc.ca,2011-09-03:News Release: Pulse Continues to Race One Year On World's 5th annual Earth Hour is drawing near. The event occurs around the world on March 26th at 8:30-9:30pm local time.

Earth Hour 2010 became the biggest Earth Hour ever reaching 1.3 billion people. A record 138 countries and territories united across the globe making this the largest voluntary action ever witnessed. In 2010 over 10 million Canadians took part in all provinces and territories, turning out the lights in over 300 cities and towns.

Individuals and businesses in B.C. are encouraged to participate in order to demonstrate behaviour changes that lower energy consumption and support the Province's fight against climate change by reducing greenhouse gas emissions. Climate Action begins with greener choices that we can all do personally. Earth Hour provides a unique opportunity to see the changes we can achieve collectively (e.g. darker city skyline) and also measure it (e.g. power consumption drop).

Last year, BC Hydro reported a power consumption drop of over 1% during the 60 minutes of Earth Hour, with some communities like Burns Lake decreasing by 7%! The province-wide reductions were equivalent to turning off about 1.4 million lights. Stay tuned to BC Hydro's Earth Hour page for more details and stats.

Even though British Columbia produces relatively low-carbon electricity, because power grids transcend borders, the energy savings realised in B.C. allow for reduced power generation in other places that emit significant carbon dioxide and greenhouse gases (GHGs) into the atmosphere: thus helping protect this globally shared resource, the affects on which impact the world as a whole.

Earth Hour is hosted globally by the World Wildlife Fund. The WWF's Earth Hour Canada website describes ways to pledge and participate as well as promote the event using Facebook and Twitter (use #EarthHour hashtag).

Of course turning off lights, appliances and gadgets is only one way to act green and live smart. Other ways include dressing warmly and turning down the thermostat, closing the blinds at night in the winter, taking shorter showers, commuting by transit to work or school, planning your weekend car trips in advance and checking your tire pressure, insulating your home or business, buying local food and materials with less packaging, air drying your laundry, printing double-sided and less often, purchasing energy and fuel efficient systems to replace old equipment... the list goes on...
UPDATE: This year, get connected with social apps and Go Beyond The Hour... ]]> http://www.livesmartbc.ca/blog/2011/earth-hour-march-26.html#|http://wwf.ca/earthhour/ Fri, 04 Mar 2011 12:00:00 GMT tag:livesmartbc.ca,2011-04-03:LiveSmartBC - Earth Hour on March 26 @8:30pm http://www2.news.gov.bc.ca/news_releases_2009-2013/2011PREM0011-000138.htm Tue, 15 Feb 2011 12:00:00 GMT tag:livesmartbc.ca,2011-15-02:News Release: B.C., Montana and Partners Unite to Sustain Flathead http://www2.news.gov.bc.ca/news_releases_2009-2013/2011ENV0009-000120.htm Thu, 10 Feb 2011 12:00:00 GMT tag:livesmartbc.ca,2011-10-02:News Release: Arden Elementary Gets Energy Upgrades http://www2.news.gov.bc.ca/news_releases_2009-2013/2011ENV0008-000105.htm Mon, 07 Feb 2011 12:00:00 GMT tag:livesmartbc.ca,2011-07-02:News Release: Saanich SD Warms to Saving Energy and Money http://www2.news.gov.bc.ca/news_releases_2009-2013/2011ENV0007-000102.htm Mon, 07 Feb 2011 12:00:00 GMT tag:livesmartbc.ca,2011-07-02:News Release: School Districts Warm to Renewable Energy Technology http://www2.news.gov.bc.ca/news_releases_2009-2013/2011ENER0003-000097.htm Fri, 04 Feb 2011 12:00:00 GMT tag:livesmartbc.ca,2011-04-02:News Release: Small Businesses Can Now ‘FLIP’ For Savings http://www2.news.gov.bc.ca/news_releases_2009-2013/2011ENV0006-000096.htm Thu, 03 Feb 2011 12:00:00 GMT tag:livesmartbc.ca,2011-03-02:News Release: Evergreen Line Rapid Transit Project Approved winners this year from across Canada were the CITY OF BURNABY (Integrated Neighbourhood Development) for their work with SFU on "UniverCity", the CITY OF VICTORIA (Residential Development), and the REGIONAL DISTRICT OF NANAIMO (Waste) for their "Zero Waste Program". ]]> http://goo.gl/e1E8o Tue, 08 Feb 2011 23:30:00 GMT tag:livesmartbc.ca,2011-08-02:News Release: B.C. Winners of 2011 FCM Sustainable Communities Awards http://www2.news.gov.bc.ca/news_releases_2009-2013/2011ENER0002-000080.htm Mon, 31 Jan 2011 11:30:00 GMT tag:livesmartbc.ca,2011-31-01:News Release: LiveSmart BC Small Business http://www2.news.gov.bc.ca/news_releases_2009-2013/2011ENV0005-000088.htm Wed, 02 Feb 2011 11:30:00 GMT tag:livesmartbc.ca,2011-02-02:News Release: B.C. Washington State Climate Action http://www.livesmartbc.ca/blog/2010/new-standards-for-energy-efficient-light-bulbs-in-effect-on-january-1st.html#|http://www2.news.gov.bc.ca/news_releases_2009-2013/2010ENER0006-001617.htm Thu, 30 Dec 2010 11:30:00 GMT tag:livesmartbc.ca,2010-30-12:News Release: New Standards for Energy Efficient Light Bulbs in Effect on January 1st (News Release)

Known as a King Tide, a phenomenon that takes place in the early winter and summer, the high tide event produced a water level only 42 centimetres below the all-time record. Winter King Tides are usually more pronounced, and are expected to be especially high this year.

Although King Tides are not related to climate change and the expected rise in sea level, they are a predictor of what future "normal" high tides might look like. To see what is happening in B.C., visit and take part in the King Tide Photo Initiative.

The impacts of climate change are diverse and include sea level rise and the related flooding and erosion, increased rainfall in some areas and decreased snowfall leading to summer drought and water shortages. With changes to the natural systems we rely on, it will be up to the planners, designers and builders of tomorrow to learn what they can from the effects we can see today.

The Living City Design Competition , put on by the Cascadia Green Building Council, challenges participants to do just that. B.C.'s Climate Action Secretariat encourages designers and firms to consider the future impacts of climate change in B.C. The following resources are provided to support entrants when designing "a city capable of thriving through the centuries". ]]> http://www.livesmartbc.ca/blog/2010/king-tides-living-cities.html#|http://www.livesmartbc.ca/community/living_cities.html#|http://www.env.gov.bc.ca/cas/adaptation/king_tide.html Thu, 23 Dec 2010 11:30:00 GMT tag:livesmartbc.ca,2010-23-12: King Tides, Living Cities King Tide Photo Initiative . ]]> http://www2.news.gov.bc.ca/news_releases_2009-2013/2010ENV0078-001589.htm Mon, 20 Dec 2010 11:30:00 GMT tag:livesmartbc.ca,2010-20-12:News Release: King Tide Photo Initiative http://www.livesmartbc.ca/blog/2010/helping-small-businesses-go-green-and-save.html Wed, 01 Dec 2010 8:00:00 GMT tag:livesmartbc.ca,2010-30-11:LiveSmart BC Weekly Tip http://www.livesmartbc.ca/homes/free.html Wed, 30 Jun 2010 12:00:00 GMT tag:livesmartbc.ca,2010-30-06:LiveSmart BC Weekly Tip http://www.livesmartbc.ca/media/news_releases_2010.html Wed, 30 Jun 2010 12:00:00 GMT tag:livesmartbc.ca,2010-30-06:News Release: Carbon Tax a Win-Win for Environment and Economy http://www.livesmartbc.ca/media/news_releases_2010.html Wed, 30 Jun 2010 12:00:00 GMT tag:livesmartbc.ca,2010-30-06:Information Bulletin: B.C. Poised for a North American First: Carbon-Neutral Public Sector