Sins of Greenwashing: 2010 Report Released
More than 95 per cent of consumer products claiming to be green are committing at least one of the “sins” … Continue reading Sins of Greenwashing: 2010 Report Released
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Road Pricing and Smart Growth: Transport Futures Forum
Given the importance of Ontario’s Growth Plan for the Greater Golden Horseshoe, Greenbelt Act and Metrolinx’s “Big Move”, could road pricing help the province meet density targets, accelerate transit-oriented development, convert brownfields and protect green space? Continue reading Road Pricing and Smart Growth: Transport Futures Forum
Slow Fashion Wins the Race
It turns out that the tried and true practice of thrifting (buying everything secondhand) isn’t the only eco-friendly way to find clothes. Continue reading Slow Fashion Wins the Race
Massive Chevron Ad Campaign Derailed by Yes Men
A day-long comedy of errors began when the Yes Men, supported by Rainforest Action Network and Amazon Watch, pre-empted Chevron’s … Continue reading Massive Chevron Ad Campaign Derailed by Yes Men
Controversial Fashion Spread Dives into Gulf Oil Spill
Almost as much ink as oil was spilled regarding the BP oil spill in the Gulf of Mexico – which, for the record, dumped millions of gallons since first reported after the Deepwater Horizon drilling rig explosion on April 20, 2010. Continue reading Controversial Fashion Spread Dives into Gulf Oil Spill
Degrees of Change: Mapping the Effects of Climate Change in Canada
The National Round Table on the Environment and the Economy (NRTEE) has collaborated with the Royal Canadian Geographical Society to … Continue reading Degrees of Change: Mapping the Effects of Climate Change in Canada
New Report: Saving Money and Time with Active School Travel
Toronto – As schools across Ontario mark International Walk to School Day, a new report is calling on the provincial government and school boards to take steps to ensure that more children have the option to safely walk to school every day of the year. Continue reading New Report: Saving Money and Time with Active School Travel
Environmental groups oppose Total Joslyn North mine
Edmonton – Environmental groups are challenging a new oil-sands project application that threatens wildlife habitat, is rife with errors and could leave Canadians facing roughly $3-billion in liability. Continue reading Environmental groups oppose Total Joslyn North mine
Greenpeace calls for postponing Total’s tar sands proposal
Edmonton – Greenpeace is asking provincial and federal governments to postpone hearings on Total’s proposed new tar sands mine. The move follows the announcement this week of a federal scientific panel to study the tar sands effects on water, and calls by First Nation leaders and Hollywood Director James Cameron for a moratorium. Continue reading Greenpeace calls for postponing Total’s tar sands proposal
DriveWiser’s Green Check Up
Nova Scotia’s DriveWiser, a fuel efficiency program run by the non-profit Clean Nova Scotia, is partnering with auto dealers and service centres around the province to offer drivers a chance to stretch their fuel dollars and make their vehicles fuel efficient. Continue reading DriveWiser’s Green Check Up
OLTA’s Expanding Horizons Conference
Toronto – The Ontario Land Trust Alliance (OLTA), a community based network of land trusts that protects natural landscapes across Ontario, is hosting its 9th Annual Gathering this month. The conference, called Expanding Horizons, runs October 28-30 at the Holiday Inn in Peterborough, Ontario. Visit the OLTA website for more information and registration details. Continue reading OLTA’s Expanding Horizons Conference
Conference for Canadian nurses links health and environment
The Canadian Nurses for Health and the Environment (CNHE), which represents registered nurses dedicated to the improvement of environmental health … Continue reading Conference for Canadian nurses links health and environment