David Suzuki: Measuring progress with GDP is a gross mistake
We deserve better indicators of societal well-being that extend beyond mere economic growth. Continue reading David Suzuki: Measuring progress with GDP is a gross mistake
Category: Sustainable Communities
Mayor of “greenest city in America” discusses renewable energy in Calgary
Two leaders in sustainable energy presenting at the University of Calgary this week. Continue reading Mayor of “greenest city in America” discusses renewable energy in Calgary
Mayor of “greenest city in America” discusses renewable energy in Calgary
Two leaders in sustainable energy presenting at the University of Calgary this week. Continue reading Mayor of “greenest city in America” discusses renewable energy in Calgary
Documentary: People of a Feather
People of a Feather is an award winning documentary film about a unique Inuit culture that relies on birds for food and clothing, and the challenges they share adapting to changing sea ice ecosystems. Continue reading Documentary: People of a Feather
Ontario’s Environmental Commissioner: Time for action on transit funding
Gord Miller today released Building Momentum: Provincial Policies for Municipal Energy and Carbon Reductions, the latest volume of his annual Energy Conservation Progress Report. Continue reading Ontario’s Environmental Commissioner: Time for action on transit funding
Ontario’s Environmental Commissioner: Time for action on transit funding
Gord Miller today released Building Momentum: Provincial Policies for Municipal Energy and Carbon Reductions, the latest volume of his annual Energy Conservation Progress Report. Continue reading Ontario’s Environmental Commissioner: Time for action on transit funding
Great public transit makes for a great city
Most cities in Canada and the U.S. are lacking in infrastructure to move millions of people safely and affordably. With some notable exceptions, such as Vancouver and Calgary, no successful rapid transit infrastructure projects have been built in Canadian cities for decades. Continue reading Great public transit makes for a great city
North America’s 2013 Most Sustainable Cities ranking announced
San Francisco proved to be the top performer on urban sustainability, a city well known for its environmental stewardship. Continue reading North America’s 2013 Most Sustainable Cities ranking announced
Fundraising Ideas, Summer Camp, Organic Waste, Fake Anti-Wind Protesters – GCNews #813
813: 8 April 2013 – Published by Green Communities Canada RAIN! See Water Canada Magazine article about how user fees and credit system … Continue reading Fundraising Ideas, Summer Camp, Organic Waste, Fake Anti-Wind Protesters – GCNews #813
Rapid transit key to unlocking potential of UBC/Broadway corridor: study
A new report from the City of Vancouver and UBC recommends “unlocking economic potential” with a rail-based rapid transit system to serve the rapidly growing region. Continue reading Rapid transit key to unlocking potential of UBC/Broadway corridor: study
Recognizing local environmental heroes
Earth Day Canada, in partnership with Mill Street Brewery and the RBC Foundation, is looking for Canada’s 2013 Hometown Heroes. Continue reading Recognizing local environmental heroes
Event: Co-Operative City Conference – Nov. 23
The BC Co-operative Association would like to invite you to participate in the upcoming Co-operative City Conference on November 23. … Continue reading Event: Co-Operative City Conference – Nov. 23