Alternative Energy in Saskatchewan

These resources are specific to alternative energy. Please see our climate change page for more information on the broader issues of climate change.

Curriculum Guides and Teacher Resources

Alternative Energy and Natural Building Projects in Saskatchewan

(this is just a small assortment - there are many more; please let us know of any we should add!)

  • The Craik Eco-village

    The Craik Eco-village project is an incredible story of a small town right here in Saskatchewan that has become a model for designing and building towards a more sustainable future. They have built a multi-purpose community center in their community that incorporates a number of innovative ecological technologies to reduce the amount of the earth's resources that it uses. They have incorporated many educational features into the project, and offer programs for schools and teachers to tour the building. For more information contact 306-734-2299

  • The Dumont House (PDF)

    An article about a home in Saskatoon that has incorporated many innovative design features to make it environmentally friendly.

  • The Friendship Inn/Saskatchewan Environmental Society Energy Conservation Project

    "The Saskatchewan Environmental Society has undertaken an energy conservation project at the Saskatoon Friendship Inn that is significantly reducing the energy expenditures of the Friendship Inn and in turn reducing harmful greenhouse gas emissions that contribute to climate change."

Saskatchewan Organizations and Resources for Alternative Energy

  • The Prairie Institute for Human Ecology

    is an alternative education provider, promoting hands-on learning through demonstration projects; focuses on solar/straw bale housing, food self-sufficiency, and intentional communities.
    For more information, please contact Lynn Oliphant

  • EnerAction: SaskPower Energy Conservation initatives

    SaskPower is constantly researching new ideas on energy efficiency, conservation, and sustainability.