Municipal Climate Change Action Centre

Helping communities implement climate change solutions.
A partnership of Alberta Municipalities, Rural Municipalities of Alberta & Government of Alberta.

[Municipal Climate Change Action Centre @MCCAC_Alberta]

We've accomplished so much during the past 15 years in municipalities across Alberta.

Learn more in our 2023 Impact Report: https://t.co/y7T1jDDcfw

[Municipal Climate Change Action Centre @MCCAC_Alberta]

This year, @MCCAC_Alberta celebrated its 15-year anniversary.

Fueled largely by @YourAlberta, the Action Centre has driven real change across our province.

[Municipal Climate Change Action Centre @MCCAC_Alberta]

In 2023, MCCAC began delivery of the Net Zero Community Accelerator in Alberta.

It's a partnership of @QUESTCanada, @yourcier, Community Energy Association, and @ecoouest. It is funded in part by Prairies Canada, @YourAlberta and @cenovus.

Learn more: https://t.co/zeizou9Wj0

[Municipal Climate Change Action Centre @MCCAC_Alberta]

Talk to MCCAC about installing solar arrays on municipal buildings and land to help reduce your municipality's operational costs, demonstrate environmental leadership, and create a brighter future for your constituents.

https://t.co/MlFRSO97Ek

[Municipal Climate Change Action Centre @MCCAC_Alberta]

Apply now to the Municipal Electricity Generation Program to start seeing savings for your municipality. Producing your own electricity will lower energy costs and demonstrate environmental stewardship.

We're here to help if you have questions! https://t.co/MlFRSO97Ek

[Municipal Climate Change Action Centre @MCCAC_Alberta]

In 2022, as part of the Municipal Energy Manager Program, the @City_of_Airdrie hired a Municipal Energy Advisor to benchmark municipal facilities, identify energy savings opportunities, and implement greenhouse gas emission-reducing projects.

[Municipal Climate Change Action Centre @MCCAC_Alberta]

It’s easy to apply and start offsetting your electricity costs. Simply submit an EOI, connect with our program team, and apply! The program provides up to 30% funding for munis to install solar PV or other on-site electricity generators on their buildings. https://t.co/MlFRSO97Ek

[Municipal Climate Change Action Centre @MCCAC_Alberta]

Municipalities, it's time to harness the sun and limit your power bills! The Municipal Electricity Generation Program is offering 30% rebates on solar and combined heat & power installations.

Take the first step towards energy independence today! https://t.co/MlFRSO97Ek

[Municipal Climate Change Action Centre @MCCAC_Alberta]

In 2023, MCCAC received a $18 million investment from the @YourAlberta's Technology Innovation and Emissions Reduction Fund.

Funding will support energy efficiency retrofits in community buildings, energy management services, and community emissions capacity-building support.

[Municipal Climate Change Action Centre @MCCAC_Alberta]

Attention local governments: Want to reduce energy costs and go green? The new Municipal Electricity Generation Program provides 30% rebates for on-site solar and combined heat and power systems. Don't miss this opportunity to generate sustainable power! https://t.co/MlFRSO97Ek

[Municipal Climate Change Action Centre @MCCAC_Alberta]

In 2023, MCCAC delivered the Zero Emission Vehicle Awareness Initiative, funded in part by @NRCan and @YourAlberta.

Albertans were provided with opportunities to test-drive electric vehicles and get their questions answered by experts.

Learn more: https://t.co/x1tM2dqv3d

[Municipal Climate Change Action Centre @MCCAC_Alberta]

Exciting news for municipalities! The Municipal Electricity Generation Program is now live, offering 30% rebates on roof/ground-mounted solar and combined heat & power installations. Power up your community with clean, on-site electricity generation!

https://t.co/MlFRSO97Ek

[Municipal Climate Change Action Centre @MCCAC_Alberta]

The Town of Bruderheim received $80,000 to support the Resilient Rurals collaborative partnership and retain two Project Assistants.

This project was funded by @YourAlberta through the Climate Resilience Capacity Building Program.   

Learn more: https://t.co/6LLj8WlYZA

[Municipal Climate Change Action Centre @MCCAC_Alberta]

The Municipal Electricity Generation Program is now open! Municipalities can receive up to 30% in rebates for installing on-site electricity generation systems such as roof or ground-mounted solar and combined heat and power. Follow the link to learn more! https://t.co/MlFRSO97Ek

[Municipal Climate Change Action Centre @MCCAC_Alberta]

In 2022, the @MCCAC_Alberta created the Electric Vehicle Charging Program, funded in part by @NRCan and @YourAlberta.

The program was an unprecedented opportunity to prepare for the rapid increase in electric vehicle sales.

Learn more: https://t.co/IHatfCcnye

[Municipal Climate Change Action Centre @MCCAC_Alberta]

We are excited to announce that the Municipal Electricity Generation Program is now open for registration! Starting today, municipalities can apply for up to $500,000 in funding for microgeneration systems that can help reduce their costs.

More here:
https://t.co/DvdBHNQQd2

[Municipal Climate Change Action Centre @MCCAC_Alberta]

In 2022, @MCCAC_Alberta started the Climate Resilience Capacity Building Program funded in part by @YourAlberta.

The program enables communities to better understand and respond to the impacts of climate change.

Learn more: https://t.co/JqBeOlQCQ8

[Municipal Climate Change Action Centre @MCCAC_Alberta]

.@SamsonCree teamed up with Urban Systems to complete a Climate Change Action Plan. The project was funded by @YourAlberta, through @MCCAC_Alberta's Climate Resilience Capacity Building Program.

Learn more:https://t.co/JyqCZ9mF8d

[Municipal Climate Change Action Centre @MCCAC_Alberta]

The Town of Hinton received $79,500 for the completion of a Community Climate Risk Assessment.

This project was funded by @YourAlberta, through the Municipal Climate Change Action Centre’s Climate Resilience Capacity Building Program. 

Learn more: https://t.co/A55z4LUd0K

[Municipal Climate Change Action Centre @MCCAC_Alberta]

In 2021, the @CityofStAlbert and @SturgeonCounty received support through the Climate Adaptation Challenge funded in part by @YourAlberta.

It offered free capacity building support to help participants understand how climate change was impacting their community.