The Aviation Emissions Problem
If the aviation sector were a country, it would place sixth in greenhouse gas emissions, between Japan and Germany. Global air travel demand was expected to triple between 2020 and […]
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Small Modular Reactors – Nuclear Energy and Climate Change – Pros and Cons
Nuclear power sources are highly controversial as they produce energy without contributing much to climate change or air pollution but at the same time result in toxic waste, safety issues, […]
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Fossil Fuel Subsidies in Canada
Fighting climate change through measures like putting a price on carbon requires focus. Unfortunately, governments around the world – including in Canada – subsidize the carbon emitting fossil fuel industry […]
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The Need for a Right to a Healthy Environment
Many Canadians might think they have the right to a healthy environment – which includes fresh air, clean water, and a natural environment that supports people and our planet – […]
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Conflicts and Climate Change
The US Defence Secretary Lloyd Austin has said that “no nation can find lasting security without addressing the climate crisis” and that climate change is a “profoundly destabilizing force” and […]
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Embodied Carbon in Buildings and Climate Change
Building operations and building construction industry emissions together were responsible for 38% of global energy-related carbon dioxide emissions in 2019. About three quarters of that consisted of building operations such […]
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Life Cycle Assessment’s to Compare Products
Suppose you are at a store to buy a product such as a new cellphone and trying to decide between several different options. You care about the environmental and health […]
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The Waste Management Problem in the Greater Toronto Area
Many of us throw items into the garbage without truly realizing the consequences of our actions. According to a 2019 study of developed countries, Canada is among the worst (in […]
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Environmental Racism in Canada
Can you imagine that just because of your race, you’d have a greater chance of residing near a toxic waste site? Environmental racism is the sanctioning of toxic pollution sites […]
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Buildings and Climate Change Emissions for Richmond Hill
Your home can function in a way that serves the environment while saving you money. Buildings have a significant environmental footprint when it comes to greenhouse gas emissions. Buildings produce […]
