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Climate Change Misinformation, Disinformation, and Fake News
A quick guide to understanding the differences between misinformation, disinformation, and fake news as it relates to climate change
Greening Up Canada’s Concrete for a More Sustainable Future
Concrete is everywhere in our homes, roads, schools, and bridges. But making it comes at a big cost. Cement, the key ingredient, contributes about 7% of global CO₂ emissions. In Canada, cement production alone accounted for 9.7 million tonnes of CO₂ in 2020, roughly 1.4% of the country’s total emissions.
Booming Ecotourism in Canada
Ecotourism can take many forms. Maybe it’s a safari in Botswana or stargazing in the deserts of Uzbekistan. But did you know that Canada is also an amazing place to discover the natural world while maintaining a low environmental impact?
Solar Thermal Air Collectors: What they are and why they matter!
The clean energy industry is constantly growing. As demand grows for clean alternatives to fossil fuels, there is a rising focus on hydro, wind, solar, and nuclear power alternatives. Using clean energy has financial benefits for the industry and individual households. Additionally, clean energy helps reduce pollution, furthering the promise of a healthier future for all Canadians. With hydro leading Canada’s clean energy sector, there are many opportunities for wind and sola
Trash to Clean Energy: How Hydrogen Can Be Made from Waste
Did you know that we can turn garbage into clean energy?
Canada’s Carbon Tax: What’s Really Going On?
Most Canadians believe climate change is real, but many don’t understand or trust the carbon tax. Let’s break down what’s happening and why the policy sparked so much debate.
Thorium: The “Waste” Metal That Could Power the Future
China may have found a powerful way to fight climate change and energy problems using a little-known metal called thorium. This metal is often tossed aside as mining waste, but it could be the key to safe, clean, and long-lasting nuclear energy.
Grey, Blue, or Green Hydrogen: What are the Headlines About?
Hydrogen is making headlines again for good reason. As parts of the world race toward net-zero emissions, hydrogen is hailed as a versatile, clean energy source that could well start replacing fossil fuels across industries.
Power Struggles: How to Add Renewable Energy to the Canadian Electrical Power Grid
How to Add Renewable Energy to the Canadian Electrical Power Grid
The Future of Canadian Energy - Are Solid-State Batteries Key?
Lithium-ion batteries have powered our world for decades. But they have limits. Safety risks. Short lifespans. Inefficient charging....
97%: Fact or Fiction? Do Scientists Really Agree on Climate Change?
You’ve probably heard the claim that 97% of climate scientists agree that climate change is real and largely caused by human activity....
What’s All the Fuss About Microplastics?
To read the in-depth version of this article, please visit "What's All the Fuss About Microplastics" (In-Depth Article) Microplastics are...
Can We Use Saltwater Instead of Lithium-Ion Batteries?
To read the in-depth version of this article, please visit "Can We Use Saltwater Instead of Lithium-Ion Batteries? (In-Depth Article)....
Cleaner, Tastier, More Sustainable, Canadian Strawberries
Strawberries are among the most beloved fruits worldwide, but traditional strawberry farming requires significant land, water, and...
Essentials of Electric Vehicle Batteries and Critical Materials
To read the in-depth version of this article, please visit "Are Current Regulations Enough" (In-Depth Article) Electric vehicle batteries...
The Evolution of Canada’s Plastic Bag Policy: A Call for Reinstating Paper Bags
The Canadian federal ban on plastic bags marked a turning point in our environmental policy. Introduced to combat plastic pollution, the...
Environmental and Economic Impacts of Planned Obsolescence
When discussing the right to repair , it's impossible not to mention planned obsolescence. The term pertains to consumer technology...
Arguments Against the Right to Repair Movement – Good for Consumers and the Environment, But Still Controversial
Advanced electronics are harder to fix. Smartphones, TVs, and cars require specialized diagnostic software and proprietary parts....
Sustainability Challenges: Can the Future of Lithium Batteries Stay Green?
What happens to the battery in your old smartphone once you get rid of it? Once an afterthought, now extracting valuable metals from...
Hydrogen Fuel Cell Cars: The Future – Just Not for You
Electric vehicles (EVs) are on the rise. Just look outside. You’ll probably see a Tesla or even a Rivian. Recently, new, more ecological...
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