ReThink Red Deer Conversations http://www.rethinkreddeer.ca// ReThink Red Deer is dedicated to enhancing the long term quality of life in Red Deer and surrounding area. en-ca Edmonton solar rebate program http://www.rethinkreddeer.ca/news/2010/09/05/edmonton-solar-rebate-program/ http://www.rethinkreddeer.ca/news/2010/09/05/edmonton-solar-rebate-program/ A number of municipalities are initiating alternative and renewable energy programs. Here is information on a solar panel rebate program recently launched in Edmonton. Power Line Consultations http://www.rethinkreddeer.ca/news/2010/09/02/power-line-consultations/ http://www.rethinkreddeer.ca/news/2010/09/02/power-line-consultations/ Consultations are underway regarding a potential future electricity transmission line in central Alberta. To participate, please check the Alberta Electricity Future site for information on consultation locations and dates. Creative Ideas for Public Art & Community Spaces http://www.rethinkreddeer.ca/news/2010/08/27/creative-ideas-for-public-art-community-spaces/ http://www.rethinkreddeer.ca/news/2010/08/27/creative-ideas-for-public-art-community-spaces/ With Red Deer citizens and municipal government discussing options for the future of our Riverlands area, and the former City Yards, here's report on Indianapolis and its creative approach to art and engagement. Rethink Alberta? http://www.rethinkreddeer.ca/news/2010/08/09/rethink-alberta/ http://www.rethinkreddeer.ca/news/2010/08/09/rethink-alberta/ Rethink Alberta? You may have noticed the recent “Rethink Alberta” anti-tourism campaign and wondered whether ReThink Red Deer is associated with it. No, we’re not. “Rethink Alberta” is a rather misguided attempt by a California-based group to draw (negative) attention... The Canadian Water Innovation Lab http://www.rethinkreddeer.ca/news/2010/07/26/the-canadian-water-innovation-lab/ http://www.rethinkreddeer.ca/news/2010/07/26/the-canadian-water-innovation-lab/ The Canadian Water Innovation Lab Calling all Canadian change-makers aged 18-35! Waterlution presents: The Canadian Water Innovation Lab 2010. Applications now open! October 21-24, 2010 YMCA Camp Chief Hector, Exshaw, Alberta This October, 250 young Canadian leaders will come together with key... Planning Ahead http://www.rethinkreddeer.ca/news/2010/04/17/planning-ahead/ http://www.rethinkreddeer.ca/news/2010/04/17/planning-ahead/ What sustainability and environmental events, courses or activities is your group working on? Share your information here, so that as a community we can collaborate in scheduling, planning, and building momentum for sustainability. It's too late to hope for sustainability http://www.rethinkreddeer.ca/news/2010/03/21/it-s-too-late-to-hope-for-sustainability/ http://www.rethinkreddeer.ca/news/2010/03/21/it-s-too-late-to-hope-for-sustainability/ The Cover of Saturday's Red Deer Advocate (03/20/10): "It's too late to hope for sustainability" Professor says our best response is to embrace change from global warming by Paul Cowley - Advocate Staff In the face of global climate change, communities should stop thinking in terms... Getting from Guilty to Green http://www.rethinkreddeer.ca/news/2010/03/09/getting-from-guilty-to-green/ http://www.rethinkreddeer.ca/news/2010/03/09/getting-from-guilty-to-green/ Do you feel sometimes feel guilty about not being 'green' enough? Here's an opinion post that you might identify with, from Life As A Human. City annouces environmental plan http://www.rethinkreddeer.ca/news/2010/01/19/city-annouces-environmental-plan/ http://www.rethinkreddeer.ca/news/2010/01/19/city-annouces-environmental-plan/ City to develop environmental plan The City of Red Deer will develop its first comprehensive Environmental Master Plan as a key step towards identifying, prioritizing and addressing Red Deer’s environmental issues. City council approved to spend $200,000 within the 2010 operating budget on... Mayor Flewwelling on Sustainability http://www.rethinkreddeer.ca/news/2010/01/11/mayor-flewwelling-on-sustainability/ http://www.rethinkreddeer.ca/news/2010/01/11/mayor-flewwelling-on-sustainability/ We are pleased to announce that Mayor Morris Flewwelling will be joining City Manager Craig Curtis for the first ReThink Red Deer presentation of 2010.  The Mayor and City Manager will provide information on steps that The City is taking to meet its sustainability goals. Join us at the RDC...