@TakeChargeforClimatePEI

Climate change news & tips from the Government of Prince Edward Island.
#TakeChargeforClimatePEI

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[Call2Recycle Canada @Call2RecycleCA]

Did you know that used batteries should never be thrown in the garbage? Tape their ends and store them in a non-metal container until you're ready to drop them off for recycling at your nearest drop-off location ♻️🔋

https://t.co/JIzy0ur8Gc

[CBC P.E.I. @CBCPEI]

P.E.I. firm to build hybrid propulsion system for coast guard vessel https://t.co/k5AbvqDFKO #pei

[@TakeChargeforClimatePEI @TakeChargeforC1]

How many planets does it take to sustain your lifestyle? Check out your environmental footprint with the following calculator at https://t.co/CiKPQQXHxQ and learn how you can help reduce greenhouse gas emissions. https://t.co/F2cQevlCUq

[@TakeChargeforClimatePEI @TakeChargeforC1]

Congrats!

[Hillsborough River Association @HRAWatershed]

Pisquid River Enhancement Project Founder / Chair Clarence Ryan has received a 2017-2020 Canadian River Stewardship Award from @CdnRivers! The HRA thanks Clarence for his hard work, leadership, and dedication throughout 25 years of watershed #conservation work. #PEI #PEIPOLI

[@TakeChargeforClimatePEI @TakeChargeforC1]

Are you interested in becoming a part of citizen science in your own backyard? The Great Backyard Bird Count is looking for you. Count birds and report them to https://t.co/uxjxiVAaVS from Feb. 12 - 15 and help scientists understand global bird populations!

[Canadian Climate Institute @ClimateInstit]

For Canada, reaching #NetZero is achievable and could be advantageous. Strong policy and strategic choices can get us there. Find out more in our detailed scenario report: Canada’s Net Zero Future. #cdnpoli https://t.co/qqpRiIWRUe

[@TakeChargeforClimatePEI @TakeChargeforC1]

ICYMI: The General Motors’ Super Bowl advert featuring Will Ferrell on a mission to beat Norway at EVs. https://t.co/Z4PqzULq3f Learn more about EVs on PEI https://t.co/JNpDOlduk9

[Clean Energy Canada @cleanenergycan]

🌊 🍁 This week, Canada's latest floating tidal energy array was launched in the Bay of Fundy and is expected to produce 50% more energy than its predecessor. #renewables #tidal #cleanenergy https://t.co/lis3ZhWTjo

[Call2Recycle Canada @Call2RecycleCA]

Have you ever wondered about the environment we're leaving behind for the next generation? Each time you recycle a used battery it's one less ending up in the landfill and one step closer to building a sustainable environment ♻️🔋

https://t.co/JIzy0ur8Gc

[Canadian Climate Institute @ClimateInstit]

Can Canada depend on negative emissions to get to #NetZero—and if so, how much? @dalebeugin's blog is a prelude to our major report on Canada's potential net zero pathways, coming Monday. https://t.co/zyUkLLTytm

[Government of PEI @InfoPEI]

Home Heating Program for low income Island residents - oil, wood, electric, wood pellets, and propane. Funded by PEI government, delivered through the Salvation Army.
If you need help, call 902-892-2281 or email [email protected] https://t.co/juDrJEZqvN

[Josh MacFadyen @joshmacfadyen]

Super pleased to be a new member of the Participatory Mapping Institute and to have the PEI "Back 50" project featured on their lovely new website. Thanks @DrCMRaymond for putting PEI on the map! #PEI #hGIS #envhum #envhist https://t.co/ePJ1ES7SZH

[PEI School Food Program Inc. @PEIschoolfood]

💡Did you know?

♻️Our recyclable containers make great storage containers and can help you stay organized!

📷Tag us and show us how you’ve been reusing our recyclable containers! #reduce #reuse #recycle @bradtrivers @TakeChargeforC1 @InfoPEI @peihsf

[Ducks Unlimited Canada - Atlantic @AtlanticDucks]

Here is our #WorldWetlandsDay webinar lineup! Join DUC, The Confederacy of Mainland Mi'kmaq, @ShubenacadieSam, and @NSLandsForestry on Wetlands, their importance, and the species that live there. Register for one, or ALL 4 webinars by emailing [email protected].

[PEI School Food Program Inc. @PEIschoolfood]

♻️Let's work together to reduce, reuse and recycle! Help us reduce waste by bringing your own cutlery to school! #BYOC

🌎Starting February 15th, students participating in our program must bring their own reusable cutlery to school. @InfoPEI @TakeChargeforC1 @bradtrivers

[PEI School Food Program Inc. @PEIschoolfood]

📢Important announcement

🌍We recognize the importance of environmental sustainability. To reduce the program's footprint, we will be moving towards a 100% #BYOC model!

🍴Starting February 15th, students using our program must bring their own reusable cutlery to school.

[Souris Wildlife @SourisWildlife]

I spy with my little eye... 🦫❄️🌊
Terrific shot of this busy little Beaver that Isobel Fitzpatrick spotted swimming about in Priest Pond this past week! #Winter2021 #SourisAndAreaWildlife #PrinceEdwardIsland

[Hillsborough River Association @HRAWatershed]

On Jan. 28, a public meeting will be held at Donagh Regional School to discuss @DUCanada’s proposal to remove the deteriorating Johnston’s River Marsh water control structure. Details below and via our @Facebook page: https://t.co/7ksAS3iWQp. #PEI #PEIPOLI #PrinceEdwardIsland

[Jay Scotland @JayScotland]

Here on the Island, 2020 was the fifth warmest year on record (going back to 1872) and seven of the top ten warmest years were recorded since 2000! A HUGE thanks to @ryansnoddon for crunching the numbers!

[CBC P.E.I. @CBCPEI]

Student artwork will soon help raise awareness of sensitive P.E.I. beach habitats https://t.co/USWrj9Njq9 #pei