With the receipt of federal funding, the Climate Change Secretariat (CCS) introduces the Nunavut Energy & Shelter Technology – Research Facility Demonstration Sites (NEST–RFDS) initiative, a new program designed to support and coordinate community-led energy innovation across Nunavut.

Building on earlier work through the Nunavut Climate Change Centre (NC3) and the Community Energy Planning program, NEST–RFDS moves from planning into action by supporting real-world pilot projects in communities.

The Climate Change Secretariat (CCS) has received $2.13 million in funding through Natural Resources Canada’s (NRCan) Home Labelling Fund (HLF) to support the development of programming that will help Nunavummiut understand their home’s energy demands and options that can lead to cost savings. 

The Climate Change Secretariat (CCS), in partnership with the Department of Environment, is inviting Nunavummiut to take part in a series of activities to celebrate Earth Day 2026.

This year’s theme, Our Power, Our Planet, highlights the shared responsibility to protect our air, land, water, and wildlife for future generations. It also serves as a reminder that small, everyday actions—such as spending time in nature, reducing waste, and raising awareness—can contribute to meaningful change across communities.

The Climate Change Secretariat has moved from the first floor of 903 Trigram to the second floor of building 1060 on Allannguaq street.

The new Innavik hydro project now supplies nearly all of Inukjuak’s electricity from renewable power — earning national awards for Indigenous partnership and climate action. See how this northern success story is inspiring other Inuit Nunangat communities — read the full story here - Inukjuak hydroelectricity project earns kudos for climate protection

Qulliq Energy Corporation (QEC) has launched its new Ikajuuti LED Program to help Nunavut Elders and Seniors save energy at home. The first phase of the program will take place in Iqaluit on November 6–7, 2025, at the Parish Hall (Catholic Church, 911 Niaqunnguasiariaq). Elders aged 55 and older can pick up a free 12-pack of energy-efficient LED lightbulbs—which use less power, last longer, and are safer for homes and the environment.  For more information check out the attached posters.

Nunavut’s energy transition is underway.

Across the territory, more solar projects are coming online.  Some are small, and some large, but each one provides lessons for how more sustainable energy sources can work in Nunavut’s unique environment.

However, it is important to remember that we are still in the early stages of this important transition. 

Silanniarviit, is an Inuit-led group of community weather station network managers in Nunavut. They have developed Silanga.ca to help share and promote the use of community-based weather information. The group currently supports weather station networks in Igloolik, Arctic Bay, Pond Inlet, and—soon—Sanirajak, alongside additional stations in Grise Fiord and research sites across the region.