- You must be a Canadian citizen, permanent resident, or person who has been granted refugee status in Canada.
- Successful completion of the fully-funded Climate Smart Fundamentals microcredential is a pre-requisite of this training.
The Indigenous Leadership for Renewable Energy microcredential equips Indigenous and Non-Indigenous Canadians with essential knowledge and competencies to actively contribute to a cleaner economy and society within their workplaces and communities. Developed and facilitated in collaboration with the Mi’kmaq community in Epekwitk (Prince Edward Island), this microcredential centres Indigenous communities, voices, and leadership in the context of renewable energy initiatives.
Participants will gain a fundamental understanding of renewable energy terminology and concepts and will explore strategies to benefit from federal, provincial, and municipal opportunities. Promoting traditional ecological principles in renewable energy projects will help foster sustainability, cultural preservation, and community empowerment in a collective commitment to Canada’s 2030 Emissions Reduction Plan.
This microcredential is online and asynchronous. Designed to offer flexibility, participants commence at any time and progress at their own pace. With a duration of 16 hours, the course is to be completed within a period of 5 weeks from the start date. Throughout the course, an instructor will provide support and guidance. Successful completion of the microcredential will require participants to submit an action plan detailing how they intend to reduce the carbon footprint of their business or industry.
In completing this microcredential, participants are contributing to global efforts to address climate change and foster sustainable practices.
By the end of this microcredential, participants will possess the knowledge and skills necessary to effectively engage in and contribute to project development, implementation, and advocacy for Indigenous-led initiatives in renewable energy.
1. Foundational Understanding: Define common terms and explain key concepts in the field of renewable energy at a foundational level.
2. Strategic Thinking and Integrative Approaches: Integrate Traditional Ecological Knowledge (TEK) and strategic planning to identify opportunities, set goals, and contribute effectively to Indigenous-led renewable energy initiatives aligned with Canada’s 2030 Emissions Reduction Plan
3. Impact Assessment and Advocacy: Identify and describe appropriate strategies and measurement tools to evaluate the impact of renewable energy initiatives and advocate for sustainable practices at various levels to contribute to the reduction of greenhouse gas emissions.
For more information or to register for this course, contact Emma Murray by EMAIL or phone: 902-566-9372.
