Frequently
asked question
Alberta faces a future of decreasing fossil fuel consumption at the global scale, leading to a more balanced mix of energy sources. To meet the related challenges head on, we need to capitalize on energy innovations and advances in the oil and gas sectors while stimulating the growth of alternative energy technologies that will help Canada meet its climate change targets and support the transition to a diversified energy economy. Alberta can continue to be a leader in energy production and innovation while helping reduce GHG emissions worldwide.
By creating a venue for shared learning experiences, the Energy Innovation Fair aims to showcase innovations that benefit people, protect the environment, and help diversify Alberta’s energy economy. Together, we can build on Alberta’s strengths in traditional industries and help connect people so they can create new opportunities in emerging technology areas.
Innovation, for its part, can refer to something new or to a change made to an existing product, idea, or field. One might say that the first telephone was an invention, the first cellular telephone either an invention or an innovation, and the first smartphone an innovation.
The Energy Innovation Fair is located at Red Deer Polytechnic’s Cenovus Learning Common on the east end of the campus. It’s the same building as the Donald School of Business (external signage on the building). Red Deer Polytechnic can be access from the QE2 highway from 32nd St, and from Red Deer via Taylor Drive or Gaetz Avenue via 32nd St.
For a map of the Red Deer Polytechnic Campus please click HERE
The schedule for the Energy Innovation Fair can be viewed HERE (subject to change)
Red Deer has many great places for visitors to stay and dine that are close to (or at!) Red Deer Polytechnic including the Red Deer Resort and Casino, Baymont by Wyndham, Holiday Inn Express, Sandman Hotel, and you can even stay on campus in RDP’s own Studio Suites!
Many fine restaurants operate in the area and on-site food option details are TBA!
The dress code for the Energy Innovation Fair is business casual. The dress code for the Green Awards Gala is business casual to semi-formal.
why join us
Media coverage
We have built strong connections with local media over the years and continue to take advantage of social media channels as our event grows.
New topics
The EIF is an excellent opportunity to socialize and build lasting relationships with interesting people from across Alberta's economy that are interested in being part of the province's diversified energy future.
Coffee breaks
We're working with local coffee companies who grind up some of the best beans to charge you up for your Energy Innovation Fair experiences!
Experience
Meet experts from tech, design, academia, community building, and so much more in a level playing field that makes everyone feel comfortable and able to learn more together. None of us are as smart as all of us!
Networking
Connect with and exchange ideas with interesting people from across Alberta and Canada.
After party
Check out Green Drinks Red Deer after the main event to celebrate in a unique location & create great memories with others interested in energy innovation.