Grand River Transit finally revealed the design for their electric buses as they prepare to put them into service. This is the latest step in the region’s plans to cut their carbon emissions by 80 per cent by 2050.
Climate change has already taken effect with intense heat waves and melting glaciers, but what does this mean for industries depending on cold temperatures? Chicopee Ski Resort is forced to create more man-made snow as they can no longer rely on nature’s snow.
From Nov. 4 to 26, the Guelph Film Festival presents local and international films in-person and online about social justice and environmental activism. Story by Robin George
Driving by the gas station and seeing the numbers plastered on the big, bright sign out front has been dreadful for the last month or so. The numbers, if they do go down, don’t seem to stay there for long. Russia’s war on Ukraine, Ontario lifting COVID-19 restrictions, and the government’s recent increase of Canada’s carbon pricing on April 1, are all contributing factors. However, as aggravating as it may … Continued
Step inside this gallery of climate-themed art displays nestled in uptown Waterloo and see the work of two Conestoga students.
Seven profs confront climate change at THEMUSEUM in Kitchener.
Spoke reporter Broderick Visser argues that climate activists’ approach to spreading awareness about climate change being “counterproductive.”
Region looks to improve emissions targets, and will investigate other tools to fight climate change.
Members of Extinction Rebellion KW, which count students among their ranks, used inconvenience as a tool to get people to act in the face of a warming climate.
From environmentally friendly cleaning products to political movements, every effort makes a difference, volunteers say.
If passed, the legislation would remove some protections for waterways and green spaces, while also eliminating the office of Ontario’s environmental commissioner.
By Darick Charbonneau, Spoke News Hundreds of people turned out on Sept. 8 for Rise for Climate, an international display of protest and calls for change that saw over 900 different actions in 91 countries across all seven continents. The Waterloo Region Citizens’ Climate Lobby and the Waterloo Region Labour Council, among others, in conjunction with 350.org, partnered to bring local activists and speakers together to demand change and accountability … Continued
BY ROBERT JANES Ontario Premier Kathleen Wynne said the provincial government would like to see a decrease of approximately 10 megatonnes in the electricity sector’s gas emissions by 2020. However, this same government recently scrapped a plan to provide $3.8 billion for renewable energy sources. “It’s a step backwards,” said Bryan Flannery, a Conestoga second-year radio broadcast student. “Renewable energy needs to be at the forefront and have our country’s … Continued
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