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NecoE was launched after a neighbourhood brainstorming session in June 2008. In its first year, the committee has focused on household energy efficiency and lower emissions, healthy gardening, trees, waste reduction, sustainable plans and conservation in the neighbourhood. See NEN article from Oct 08.
VISION:
NecoE improves the environmental quality within the New Edinburgh community toward a more sustainable future.
GOALS:

To promote environmental awareness in our community

To help residents achieve a more environmentally friendly lifestyle, through education and practical help

To raise awareness of the practical and social rewards of a greener lifestyle

To advocate on New Edinburgh's behalf, and with like-minded groups, for sustainable development

RECENT EVENTS and NEWS:

Food Matters workshop at 200 Crichton, April 17, 2010 (See NEN article)
Get Energy Smart workshop in Rockcliffe, Nov 4, 2009 (See NEN article about the workshop)
City’s Tree Talk, hosted by Rockcliffe Park Residents Association, assisted by NecoE, June 22, 2009
Trash Talk event hosted by LEAF in Lindenlea, assisted by NecoE, April 18, 2009
“Green Your Home” info session at Crichton Cultural Community Centre, Feb. 7, 2009. (See NEN article)
Official launch with “Be the Change” film event at Ashbury, Oct. 15, 2008 with the filmmaker David Chernushenko. (See NEN article)

CONTACT INFORMATION:

For more information on NECOE, please contact committee chair Sarah Anson-Cartwright at This e-mail address is being protected from spam bots, you need JavaScript enabled to view it .

Last Updated ( Friday, 30 April 2010 )

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