The Province of PEI and Environment and Climate Change Canada (ECCC) have identified the forested landscape on PEI as one of twelve Priority Places for Species at Risk in Canada. The identification of Priority Places for Species at Risk is based on their significant biodiversity...
New grants of up to $100,000 per project are available to help develop emerging clean technologies through the Emerging Concepts and Technologies (ECT-PEI) Clean Technology Challenge. As the province works toward its net zero goals, researchers and entrepreneurs are invited to...
Feedback from the forestry sector will be used to help government with key decisions as it reviews programs, policies, and legislation related to PEI forests. PEI’s first Forest Industry Capacity Report surveyed 61 individuals in the forestry sector who provided insight into...
Since 1997, the Prince Edward Island Forests, Fish and Wildlife Division (FFW) has been mandated to produce a State of Wildlife Report every decade. The first report was delivered in 2012 and reported on trends and statuses between 1997 and 2007. The 2020 report focuses on the...
Islanders looking to save energy and money are taking advantage of the PEI government’s new Instant Savings Program and replacing everything from light bulbs to refrigerators with new energy-efficient models. Until November 10, Islanders will be eligible for instant rebates in...
efficiencyPEI will take a plug-in hybrid car to communities across the province to show why electric and hybrid vehicles are a perfect energy-efficient solution for Prince Edward Island. The tour will begin Monday, July 24 – for a complete schedule of stops visit efficiencyPEI on...
Historic legislation marks the beginning of a new era for local governments in Prince Edward Island. Introduced in the legislature today, the Municipal Government Act modernizes the province’s approach to local governance by establishing consistent rules and procedures for all...
The Forestry Commission has presented government with the first comprehensive review of the biomass heating sector in PEI. As a first step to implementing the PEI Forestry Commission’s recommendations on biomass, the province will review and update its process for assessing...
The province is working to replant hurricane-damaged forests and expand forested land. $1 million in provincial funding for tree planting will be used to expand the J. Frank Gaudet Tree Nursery and work with community partners and landowners on tree planting. “Prince Edward...
What is active transportation? Active transportation (AT) is defined as any self-propelled human form of transportation such as walking, running and cycling. It is designed to get people to a particular destination whether it is work, school or to the grocery store. It can be...