Currents of change

See how green energy comes to life

Currents of change is a profile series celebrating people who are pursuing renewable energy and inspiring those around them. These changemakers have brought new green energy projects online with help from Bullfrog’s community projects grant.

Dusty Williams

“Adopting new technologies or ways of doing things, especially in smaller communities, can be challenging.”

Ric Richardson

“Our citizens feel like they’re part of the project—and they are. It gives them a reason to smile more.”

Kirby Wirchenko

“Saskatoon is one of the sunniest cities in North America—but we don’t have a ton of solar energy projects.”

Jessie Jollymore

“I’ve always thought that when you change the way you look at things—the things you look at change.”

Chief Patrick Michell

“Unless our world tries to do something about climate change, I’m concerned that big change is coming. I don’t think that I can solve climate change alone. It’s bigger than all of us and it’s going to require all of us working together.”

Les Quinton

“I’m trying to make changes in my life that will ensure my grandchildren can enjoy life as I have.”

Judith Roux

“Taking action for the planet—keeping our waters clean, our forests green, our air breathable—is the only action on the table.”

Mike Brigham

“Having SolarShare projects in various communities can give the residents a sense of pride that they are doing something positive for the environment.”