The B.C. government is doing its part for Earth Hour 2012 for the fourth year in a row by shutting off the lights at the Parliament Buildings this Saturday from 8:30 p.m. to 9:30 p.m. to save power and encourage British Columbians to do the same, Environment Minister Terry Lake and Speaker of the Legislative Assembly Bill Barisoff announced.

Finavera Wind Energy Inc. has received an environmental assessment (EA) Certificate for the proposed Tumbler Ridge Wind Energy Project located within the District of Tumbler Ridge municipal boundary in northeast B.C.

In recognition of Canada Water Week, Environment Minister Terry Lake is urging British Columbians to conserve and protect one of our most precious natural assets.

Environment Minister Terry Lake says Discover Camping saw a 41 per cent increase over 2011 when BC Parks opened for reservations on March 15. In the first hour, more than 2,100 reservations were made. This represents approximately 35 a minute.

The Ministry of Environment and the Stó:lo Tribal Council signed a memorandum of understanding (MOU) earlier this week that addresses human-wildlife conflicts, public health and safety, and fish and wildlife resources.

British Columbia's world-class parks system has been enhanced by more than $10.5 million in capital and community legacy investments and free parking for the approximately 20 million annual visitors to ensure our provincial parks are more welcoming for families and visitors to B.C.

Nomis Power Corporation has received an environmental assessment certificate for the proposed Nahwitti Windfarm Project located on Vancouver Island.

Kwagis Power Limited Partnership has received an environmental assessment certificate for the proposed Kokish River Hydroelectric Project. Kwagis Power Limited Partnership consists of Brookfield Renewable Power Inc. and 'Namgis First Nation.