In a recent article in the Globe and Mail, James Chappel, Associate Professor of History at Duke University, offered an intriguing perspective on two significant realities of our time: an aging population and a warming planet. While seemingly distinct, these phenomena intersect in ways that present both challenges and opportunities for progress. Global warming is...
From Katharine Hayhoe, Canadian Climate Scientist: Finland is fast becoming a global climate leader. You might remember a while back I wrote about the world’s largest sand battery in the town of Pornainen, that can store up to 100 megawatts of energy for months. Now, the world’s largest underground thermal energy storage facility is being constructed...
The urgency of today’s global challenges, highlighted by frequent extreme weather events and the inequality faced by low-income and developing populations, signals a pressing need for change. The warning sounded by environmentalist David Suzuki resonates deeply. We have prioritized economic gains at the expense of our environment, blindly pursing endless growth on a finite planet....
We are so pleased to announce that as a result of a request from Greys for Green, the Town of New Tecumseth has proclaimed October 1st as Seniors for Climate Day in our town! Here is the official proclamation statement: Seniors for Climate Day Whereas; October 1st is Canada’s National Seniors’ Day and the UN International...
“Water, water everywhere, nor any drop to drink” — a line from the poem “The Rime of the Ancient Mariner” depicts the irony of a sailor stuck on a ship, surrounded by salt water he cannot drink. Water is essential for life. Can you imagine not being able to drink water, either because there isn’t any...
Mini forests act as green lungs, purifying the air and providing a breath of fresh air in urban environments plagued by pollution. They serve as biodiversity hotspots, offering refuge for diverse plant and animal species and restoring ecological balance.
This article first appeared in the Globe & Mail, June 2024 By DANIEL O’BRIEN and RYAN RIORDAN Daniel O’Brien is partner, sustainability and climate Change, PwC Canada and a member of the Taskforce on Nature-related Financial Disclosures (TNFD). Ryan Riordan is director of research at the Institute for Sustainable Finance, which acts as the co-convener in Canada for TNFD. Much...
Natural organic reduction, or human composting, breaks down human remains into usable compost. It is a much greener and energy-efficient way of disposing of human remains.
To establish a more sustainable future, it is essential we examine where we are going wrong and identify the low hanging fruit that can lead us to meaningful change.
A personal prevention strategy at home and during lifestyle activities must now be employed to find, reduce and prevent sources of carbon dioxide and other greenhouse gas emissions.
