EcoServices Network

Barbeque scrapings can produce environmental benefits? That's what the University of Alberta is looking into! Through a process of using high heat, called thermal conversion, they're seeing if it can potentially capture contaminants from wastewater, remove carbon dioxide from the air or stabilize contaminants in soil. #biomass #ecosystemservices #universityofalberta #reuse

Biodiversity offsetting is the process of intentionally producing environmental gains to counterweigh the negative impacts of development on nature. Join Alberta Land Institute for an 8-part webinar that will cover trends, best practices and ultimately generate an insightful discussion! Register here: https://www.albertalandinstitute.ca/lu21... #ecosystemservices #biodiversity #biodiversityoffsets

Alberta's prairies are inhabited by the largest species of grouse in North America; the Greater Sage-Grouse, which is currently listed as Endangered in Alberta. Environment and Climate Change Canada has put forth $1.27 million in funding to support their habitat. Article Credit: The Western Producer Sage-Grouse Lek: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=VyVy7P7cRs0&t=10s... #endangeredspecies #Alberta #sagegrouse

Alberta Innovates has a batch of great videos to check out on Vimeo! From farming for the future to bio-solutions. Check them out here > https://vimeo.com/search?q=alberta%20innovates

This year's theme for #WorldWaterDay is 'Water for All'. The ecosystem services derived from water come in many forms from providing aquatic species habitat to being essential to human life. Everyone should have access to safe, clean drinking water. Check out Canadian Geographic's 8 facts about water in #Canada> https://www.canadiangeographic.ca//eight-facts-about-water

"Our daily lives rely on nature and the ecosystems around us. Drinking water, crop pollination, fresh air, flood prevention, and human mental and physical well-being are all benefits that people get from nature." Article + research credit: Yellowstone to Yukon Conservation Initiative #ecosystemservices #nature #wellbeing

With severe weather events occurring more often, infrastructure will need to be innovative, adaptable, and natural. The ecosystem services that arise from #naturalinfrastructure generate a wide range of economic, environmental, and social benefits. Article Credit: Washington Post #ecosystemservices #climatechange

100 years of Alberta research + innovation. One of our partners, Alberta Innovates is celebrating this extraordinary milestone. Thank you for supporting and advancing knowledge around #ecosystemservices and #conservationmarkets. Read about their journey + impacts > https://albertainnovates.ca//alberta-innovates-is-turning/

Alberta's natural regions have undoubtedly changed over the years. An interactive map from Prairie Conservation Forum looks at the current extent of native vegetation in the Grassland + Parkland Regions since 1990. #Alberta #Grassland #Parkland #Prairie #Map

Our Resources: From guiding documents to data & information. Plunge into them now https://ecoservicesnetwork.ca/resources/ #conservtionmarkets #ecosystemmarkets #ecosystemservices #biodiversity #grasslands #Alberta #waterfall

Interested in Ecosystem Markets? A FREE event out of the United States is exploring environmental and carbon market opportunities. Although not local, it may provide insight and knowledge sharing - REGISTER NOW. #conservtionmarkets #ecosystemservices #ecosystemmarkets

Fun fact: Our clients reported 1,140 new innovations between 2019 and 2020! Learn how Alberta innovates and submit your own story of innovation at learnhow.albertainnovates.ca #LearnHowABinnovates

Alberta Innovates has an array of programs. One of which being ecosystem services and biodiversity > https://bit.ly/3mvIrr7 Over the last six years, theyve invested $11.5 million into the Ecosystem Services and Biodiversity Initiative that support community-based pilots, which in turn was able to leverage these dollars into $33.7 million for 23 projects. Ultimately, validating concepts and systems for the market. #Alberta #EcosystemServices #Biodiversity #Research

Ecosystem services come in many forms. One of which, being outdoor recreation, which has been in huge demand as we realize the immense amount of benefits we receive from getting outside. Whether you prefer hiking or fishing, these activities increase physical and mental well-being. Albertas natural areas provide multiple recreational opportunities, that overall enhance our quality of life. #EcosystemServices #GetOutside #Alberta #Fishing #Hunting #Hiking #OutdoorRecreation

Project Profile: Wetland Conservation and Stewardship in the Beaver Hills Biosphere and Sub-Watershed> https://bit.ly/3k4a0G6 Funded by Alberta Innovates, this project will inform a proof of concept that can support the multiple benefits of restoring and stewarding wetlands. Supporting traditional, current cultural attributes, and developing science-based solutions. Land Stewardship Centre Fiera Biological Consulting North Saskatchewan Watershed Alliance... #Conservation #Stewardship #EcosystemServices #Wetlands See more

Check out our LinkedIn account > https://ca.linkedin.com/company/ecoservices-network #LinkedIn #ConservationMarkets #EcosystemServices

Project Profile: Silvacom + Alberta Innovates created a Bio Resource Information Management System (BRIMS) > https://bit.ly/2Z4yzub BRIMS is a publicly available data and information management system connecting the world to Albertas #biomass, #ecosystemservices and land-use data. #Forestry #Agriculture #Municipal

Check out Alberta Biodiversity Monitoring Institutes latest E-News - Its Our Nature to Know - - > https://bit.ly/3gS8xRf Featured article topics: - A new algal bloom monitoring collaboration with Alberta Lake Management Society - Biodiversity outcomes and the potential supply of carbon-related #ecosystemservices from land management choices in Albertas agricultural lands.

Project Profile: Silvacoms research initiative used a proof of concept that assessed the potential for conservation offsets to be a driver in land reclamation and restoration - - > https://bit.ly/3j8DuC4 ... Devising frameworks for assessing #ecosystemservices and #biodiversity benefits from linear restoration of legacy seismic lines.

Project Profile: The University of Alberta lead the Alberta Biodiversity Conservation (ABC) Chairs program - - > https://bit.ly/31fHR8c This multi-stakeholder applied research initiative focused on the conservation and management of biodiversity within oil sands. The research explored rare and endangered species as well as modeling & management of biodiversity for land use planning and much more! Alberta Biodiversity Monitoring Institute

Project Profile: Bears, Wolves and Ecosystem Health with Waterton Biosphere Reserve - - > https://ecoservicesnetwork.ca//esn_project_profile_2020_be Stay tuned over the next few weeks as we share project profiles that feature amazing work being done all across Alberta!

Were hiring a #GIS technician! Apply by August 24: http://ow.ly/TQMW50B1Jr7 Stephen Kull

A tale of new beginnings - a forest restoration story from Coast Rica. Mangrove forests are crucial ecosystems that host high levels of biodiversity, temper storm surges, and sequester large amounts of carbon from the atmosphere. "So far, everyone involved in the pilot mangrove restoration scheme benefits both nature and people" Story Credit: Mongabay.com... https://news.mongabay.com//mangrove-forest-restoration-bo/ See more

Today is #InternationalWolfDay! Gray Wolves are one of the many species we monitor across Alberta using remote cameras. Their coats can be many more shades than gray, though!

Offset your environmental footprint through agricultural stewardship. ALUS Canada invests in farmers + ranchers who are producing acres of clean air, water, wildlife habitat and other #ecosystemservices across Canada. Learn more about their presence here in Alberta: https://bit.ly/31NiMAy

Building a Pathway Forward Carbon offset strategies in the US are creating a market for small landowners in which all landowners are eligible to receive carbon payments as an alternative to timber revenues. Article credit: https://www.conservationfinancenetwork.org/

See how the value of nature fits on a scale. - More than half the worlds total gross domestic product (GDP) at least $44 trillion of economic value generation is moderately or highly dependent on nature and its services. - Forest resources support the livelihoods of more than 1.5 billion people around the world.... - New investment of $350 billion per year in sustainable food and land use systems could create more than 120 million new jobs and $4.5 trillion of new business opportunities by 2030. Information credit: Nature 4 Climate

Ecosystem services are the benefits that we receive from nature, they come in many forms. Check out Trout Unlimited Canadas video as to how nature provides inspirational enlightenment. #ecosystemservices #nature #biodiversity #inspiration

A wildlife monitoring program brought together Whitefish First Nation, InnoTech Alberta and the University of Victoria. Indigenous knowledge has had a positive impact on the quality of the data collected and this research promotes better development decisions.

ESP July Update is out now! Get your news from the #ecosystemservices community, including new avaialble ES resources and upcoming ESP conferences: https://mail...chi.mp/3d3a7f3e7135/esp-update-2598589

Check out Alberta Land Institute newsletter to learn about parks, protected areas and public lands in celebration of Parks Day - -> https://bit.ly/2OFNyFf #ParksDay #CanadasParksDay #AlbertaParks Parks Canada Alberta Parks

Were hiring! Interested in exciting growth opportunities? Were looking for a Project Forester to join our Forestry Resource Analysis team. Sound like you?... Apply online today at www.silvacom.com/careers #TopEmployer #TheEmployerofChoice #YEGJobs

New paper from ACE looking at using remote sensing techniques to predict the locations of rare plants! Read the full paper here: https://www.mdpi.com/1999-4907/11/6/699

Transitioning a farm in certain areas to more of a natural habitat such as incorporating shelterbelts or wetlands has been shown to improve crop yields. Read more - - > https://bit.ly/3ecJxmb

The Sustainability Network has some great upcoming webinars and you can even view past presentations > https://sustainabilitynetwork.ca//workshop-webinar/webinar/ Immerse yourself and grow your knowledge of environmental policy planning and how we need to be rethinking our relationship with wild places and their inhabitants. WCS Canada

Happy #CanadaDay from the recently appointed national lichen, Star-Tipped Reindeer Lichen (Cladonia stellaris), to you!

Check out our latest e-News - - > https://bit.ly/3id30GG - Partner Highlight > Silvacom - Tools to Mitigate Biodiversity Loss > Alberta Land Institute - Follow us on LinkedIn > https://bit.ly/2YI3KeZ ... + Much More! See more

"House Wrens can be seen nesting inside tree holes and nest boxes. As the season progresses their nests can become infested with mites and other parasites that feed on the wren nestlings. Perhaps to fight this problem, wrens often add spider egg sacs into the materials they build their nests from. In lab studies, once the spiders hatched, they helped the wrens by devouring the nest parasites." Information Credit > https://www.allaboutbirds.org/guide/House_Wren/overview

Were kicking off Pollinator Week with a crash-course on pollination! More than ducks, our habitat conservation efforts help pollinator species toothanks to support from people like you.

Pollinators provide a crucial ecosystem service by improving or stabilizing yields of approximately 75% of cropplant species globally (1). There are over 300 native bee species in Alberta. With growing pressures of land alterations and expanding agriculture its important we support pollinator habitat. Join the Alberta Native Bee Council for a webinar on how to create a habitat for Albertas native bees. (1) - https://esajournals.onlinelibrary.wiley.com//10.1890/120126

Ducks Unlimited Canada + Alberta Biodiversity Monitoring Institute are collaborating to produce the next generation of wetland maps for Alberta by combining data to create a better tool for land-use planning and policy. In addition, if you use ABMIs Biodiversity Browser, provide input on features youd like to see > click link below. Read more here > http://ow.ly/dQsv50A3cy0

Job opportunity with Silvacom > check it out!

Designed by forestry professionals, for forestry professionals - - > Silvacom FMS (Forest Management System) #Forestry #Software

Did you know that in ideal natural conditions it takes a year to form about 1mm of peat? Check out our latest technical video: the Hummock Transfer Technique fo...r reclamation of temporary access features in peatlands, which helps to promote the restart of this process on disturbed sites. https://www.cclmportal.ca//video-hummock-transfer-techniqu

Since 2010, Network partners have developed a series of research-based projects, pilots and proofs of concept. This work is helping build knowledge and capacity in ecosystem services and biodiversity markets across the Province. Check them out - - > https://ecoservicesnetwork.ca/areas-of-work/projects/ #EcosystemServices #Biodiversity #Research

Green infrastructure is a beneficial solution to mitigate extreme weather events such as heavy rainfall that can lead to flooding. It also combats air pollution and can lower urban heat intensity on summer days. Check out Land-use Knowledge Networks newsletter thats packed full of great resources!

The Alberta Biodiversity Monitoring Institute is seeking your input to help them improve the useability of their online Biodiversity Browser, and incorporate ne...w content that users are looking for. In collaboration with Ducks Unlimited Canada, and with your input, ABMI is hoping to better incorporate wetland species into the Biodiversity Browser, an "encyclopedia of life" for Alberta species. ABMI is we requesting about six minutes of your time to provide feedback on the current Biodiversity Browser. Take the survey at: https://www.surveymonkey.com/r/SMQM3NF Thank you for your time!

Capture your curiosity with Alberta Biodiversity Monitoring Institutes app- - > NatureLynx - - > https://naturelynx.ca Learn about #Alberta wildlife, identify plants in your area and even find #biodiversity hotspots!