Sustainability in Business
Our commitment to Environmental, Social and Governance (ESG) elevates economic performance and solidifies the County’s reputation as a forward-thinking, sustainable, and thriving region.
Strathcona County recognizes the importance of ESG principles in fostering a healthier and more resilient community, driving innovation, attracting environmentally conscious businesses, and promoting a higher quality of life. Discover how ESG investing influences business in Strathcona County.
Environmental Framework
Strathcona County is committed to environmental action and responsibility. Our initiatives address local, regional and global issues, including plastic pollution; land degradation and conversion; species preservation; bird populations; insect biomass; global growth; carbon footprints and climate change.
Beaverhills Biosphere
An environmental steward, Strathcona County borders the Beaverhill Biosphere. This global recognition and collective commitment by us and the communities within the region celebrates and advances knowledge, culture, nature, and economy together.
Emissions Reduction Alberta
Several regional industries, as well as Strathcona County, participate in this environmental program. The clean technology investments help innovators develop and demonstrate Alberta-based technologies that lower emissions and costs. Scaling up innovation will ensure Alberta succeeds in a lower emissions world.
Alberta’s Net Zero Plan
Alberta’s plan aspires to achieve a carbon-neutral economy by 2050 and to do so without compromising affordable, reliable and secure energy for Albertans, Canadians and the world.
Alberta Energy Regulator
Alberta’s energy sector is vast and complex; it’s the Alberta Energy Regulator’s job to ensure companies responsibly develop oil, natural gas, oil sands, and coal resources.
Carbon Capture, Utilization and Storage
Alberta is a global leader in carbon capture, utilization and storage and continues to safely lead the way.
Edmonton Region Hydrogen Hub
Launched by an alliance of government, Indigenous, academic and economic development leaders is kickstarting the Edmonton Region’s hydrogen economy and ensuring long-term economic competitiveness as the world shifts towards a low-carbon future to address climate change.
Housing Affordability
Safe, affordable housing is an important factor in health and helps reduce risk, vulnerability and harm in people’s lives. Housing affordability is key in Strathcona County community building and contributes to community safety and vitality.
Community and Families
People are the most important part of the community, and together we thrive. Strathcona County has programs and services that help engage and empower people of all ages and situations.
Local Industry ESG Initiatives
Discover several ESG initiatives launched by leading businesses and employers in Strathcona County.
ESG News
Discover the latest coverage of ESG events, trends, and policies shaping Strathcona County's future.
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