Climate change is causing glaciers in Alberta, British Columbia and Yukon to retreat faster than at any time in history, threatening to raise water levels and create deserts, scientists say. Climate change is one of the key environmental concerns for 2019. David Hik, an ecology professor at Simon Fraser […]
Great news: Canada Passes A Bill That Bans The Captivity Of Dolphins And Whales. Cetaceans like dolphins and whales will no longer be kept in Canadian aquariums after the government passed a bill that prohibits their captivity. The bill, S-203, was first proposed in 2015, and it was finally […]
Top investors know a thing or two about money. And they say it’s INACTION that’s going to cost us. The most recent, compelling point to the ‘environment or economy’ discussion comes via a coalition of gigantic investors who collectively manage $32 trillion in assets. Under the banner of […]
The United Nations’ charity arm for children, UNICEF, is funding research into blockchain tech. Announced Monday, UNICEF is investing $100,000 in six blockchain startups to “solve global challenges using blockchain technology,” ranging from healthcare delivery transparency to managing finances and resources. The investments are part of a broader program which […]
Alarm bells are sounding globally over the disappearance of pollinators, but the Dutch capital has proved to be a success story. An unkempt stretch of tall grass, wildflowers and weeds in front of a train station doesn’t look like much — but it may be crucial to solving […]
Sugar maples rely on consistent snow cover to thrive, and climate change is threatening that. Maple syrup is a food that you might have to describe to your great-grandchildren because they won’t be able to taste it themselves. As climate change reduces the amount of snow in the […]
We all like to do our bit to help the environment. But as time goes on, we’re seeing new environmental concerns. As the new year approaches, we all need to be ready and prepared to tackle the 5 main environmental threats in 2019. 1. Biodiversity Biodiversity is the […]
After a few big players entered the ring, the environment was spared some 1.5 billion plastic shopping bags in under 100 days. This is remarkable, and a model for other countries around the world. After two of Australia’s largest supermarket chains decided to nix single-use plastic shopping bags, […]
The Bow River likely won’t be able to support its “world-renowned” recreational fishery in future as the river’s rainbow trout population is in drastic decline, according to a new study. Thousands of anglers flock to Calgary each year — some from around the globe — bringing in an estimated […]
Considering food waste, sustainable agriculture and nutritional challenges, the 2018 rankings have some surprises in store. France is the most sustainable county in the world when it comes to food. Thanks to the country’s ardent fighting of food waste, an acceptance and adherence of healthy lifestyles, and their […]
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