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the bullfrog e-buzz
October 2009
Bullfrog Power provides everyone in Ontario, Alberta and British Columbia (including condos and leased premises) with a 100 per cent green electricity choice. Thousands of Canadian homes and organizations have chosen to go green with Bullfrog Power.
The bullfrog e-buzz keeps you connected to the bullfrogpowered community and informed about the latest news, events and developments at Bullfrog Power.
If you're not a customer and would like to learn more about becoming bullfrogpowered, visit us at www.bullfrogpower.com.
B.C. government renews commitment to green energy in Throne Speech
In Lieutenant-Governor Steven Point's Throne Speech on August 25, the B.C. government renewed its commitment to developing green energy in the province. The speech included investment in both transmission and the renewable energy industry, as well as the promotion of alternative clean energy solutions.
U of Calgary study shows PHEVs making a difference
Researchers at the University of Calgary’s Schulich School of Engineering have recently released a study highlighting the potential of hybrid vehicles in reducing emissions in Alberta. The study of hybrid electric vehicles (PHEVs) states that with the right infrastructure and technology, the hybrids could release 40 to 90 per cent fewer greenhouse gas emissions in Alberta than conventional passenger vehicles.
B.C. utility extends clean power call
In August, BC Hydro announced that it had extended its call for clean power agreements in the province. The utility initiated the Clean Power Call in 2008, aligning with the 2007 B.C. energy plan that mandated a 90 per cent renewable electricity share in B.C.'s electricity make-up.
Urban Barn recently decided to go green with Bullfrog Power for 10 of its store locations across Canada.
Along with signing up for green electricity, Urban Barn recycles its furniture packaging and uses wood sourced from FSC-certified suppliers for many of its sofas and upholstered items. The company also carries several collections made from reconditioned or plantation-grown timber.
Moksha Yoga, a group of environmentally conscious yoga studios, has two new studio openings in the West! The Victoria location had its grand opening on September 14, and the Calgary location is opening October 1.
For location information, visit Moksha Yoga online.
EcoAmmo offers green building product database
EcoAmmo, offering tools and services in sustainable design, has partnered with the Alberta government to start a database of local green building products called Green Alberta. Visit the database to search for green products and materials that have a lower impact on the environment and are cost-effective building alternatives.
Visit EcoAmmo online.
Kids! Learn about wind turbines - inside and out!
Ever wondered how much wind it takes to operate a wind turbine? Not sure what an anemometer is? Learn about the inner and outer workings of a wind turbine at GreenLearning.ca's interactive Flash page.
More and more event organizers are choosing to reduce their environmental impact by bullfrogpowering their events. Any venue in Alberta, B.C. or Ontario that uses electricity can become bullfrogpowered. Click here for a full listing of events.
Yoga Pilates Conference and Show
October 2-5, 2009
Vancouver Convention & Exhibition Centre
Vancouver, B.C.
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October 4-10, 2009
Various venues
Calgary, AB
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October 8, 2009
Fairmont Hotel Vancouver
Vancouver, B.C.
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October 10, 2009
Eau Claire Market, Centre Court
Calgary, AB
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October 13-18, 2009
Various venues
Calgary, AB
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Friends of the Foundation Annual Celebration
October 14, 2009
Palomino Room, BMO Centre at Stampede Park
Calgary, AB
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Green for Gold: 2009 Recycling Council of Alberta Conference
October 14-16, 2009
The Fairmont Palliser
Calgary, AB
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October 17-23, 2009
Arts Barn
Edmonton, AB
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October 17-18, 2009
Vancouver Convention & Exhibition Centre
Vancouver, B.C.
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Want to appear in the next Bullfrog e-buzz? Send us a photo of you with your Bullfrog gear, and tell us what you're doing to reduce your environmental impact. Going on a Canadian outdoors adventure? We'd love to hear from you!
Bullfrogpowered resident Colin Chappell of Oakville, Ontario recently sent in a photo of his energy efficient home, along with a summary of its extensive history:
"We live in a 1920s structure which had no insulation at the time of purchase. All the inside walls were removed and insulation installed; a late 1980s vintage furnace was replaced with a mid-efficiency unit; and almost all our lamps are now compact fluorescent bulbs.
"We also have a couple of rain barrels which has taken care of our outdoor hangers and garden shrubs. In the summer we use an outside clothes drying rack when possible. Then of course we have Bullfrog Power!"
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About Bullfrog Power
Bullfrog Power is Canada’s leading provider of 100 per cent green electricity. Founded in 2005, Bullfrog Power is the only company providing a 100 per cent low-impact renewable electricity choice to everyone in Ontario, Alberta and British Columbia. Bullfrog Power’s green electricity comes exclusively from wind and hydro facilities that have been certified by Environment Canada under its EcoLogoM program. Thousands of Canadian homeowners and hundreds of businesses have made the decision to become bullfrogpowered™.
