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One of New Zealand’s most ambitious and creative conservation projects, Reconnecting Northland, is entering an…

What do we really know about the nature and geography surrounding us? What do we know about the rivers and the fresh water source we depend on? Have we explored it all?

What do we really know about the nature and geography surrounding us? What do we know about the rivers and the fresh water source we depend on? Have we explored it all?

Over the past few months, heat records have broken worldwide. In early July, the temperature in Ouargla, Algeria, reached 51.3 C, the highest ever recorded in Africa! Temperatures in the eastern and southwestern United States and southeastern Canada have also hit record highs. In Montreal, people sweltered under temperatures of 36.6 C, the highest ever recorded there, as well as record-breaking extreme midnight heat and humidity, an unpleasant experience shared by people in Ottawa. Dozens of people have died from heat-related causes in Quebec alone.

Over the past few months, heat records have broken worldwide. In early July, the temperature in Ouargla, Algeria, reached 51.3 C, the highest ever recorded in Africa! Temperatures in the eastern and southwestern United States and southeastern Canada have also hit record highs. In Montreal, people sweltered under temperatures of 36.6 C, the highest ever recorded there, as well as record-breaking extreme midnight heat and humidity, an unpleasant experience shared by people in Ottawa. Dozens of people have died from heat-related causes in Quebec alone.

The fossil fuel era must end, or it will spell humanity’s end. The threat isn’t just from pollution and accelerating climate change. Rapid, wasteful exploitation of these valuable resources has also led to a world choked in plastic. Almost all plastics are made from fossil fuels, often by the same companies that produce oil and gas.

The fossil fuel era must end, or it will spell humanity’s end. The threat isn’t…

Be a part of the development of a uniquely Canadian preservative on ocean literacy

Be a part of the development of a uniquely Canadian preservative on ocean literacy Marine…

To its credit, the Forest Products Association of Canada recognizes climate change is a serious threat to forests and habitat, and has vowed the sector it represents “is doing its part to fight climate change through work in our forests, at our mills and through the products we make.”

To its credit, the Forest Products Association of Canada recognizes climate change is a serious…

One of the world’s best-known climate scientists is discouraged that almost 40 years of study and warnings haven’t convinced humanity to adequately address the climate crisis. But James Hansen understands why we’ve stalled.

One of the world’s best-known climate scientists is discouraged that almost 40 years of study…

Sharkwater: Extinction (2018). This is the late Rob Stewart’s third film. Stewart’s mission was to save the sharks and oceans before it’s too late, and exposes this multi-billion dollar industry which exists in West Africa, Spain, Panama, Costa Rico, France and even our own backyard. This film dives into the often violent underworld of the pirate fishing trade.

Sharkwater: Extinction (2018). This is the late Rob Stewart’s third film. Stewart’s mission was to…

By 2002, drivers in London, England, were spending as much as half their commuting time stalled in traffic, contributing to much of the city centre’s dangerous particulate pollution. To deal with a growing population, increasing gridlock and air quality concerns, the city implemented a congestion charge, using a photo-based licence-recognition system.

By 2002, drivers in London, England, were spending as much as half their commuting time…

According to an African proverb (and the Dalai Lama), “If you think you’re too small to make a difference, try sleeping in a closed room with a mosquito.” The saying implies that even when we feel insignificant and powerless, we can create a buzz. But mosquitoes and other tiny critters can literally have a huge impact.

According to an African proverb (and the Dalai Lama), “If you think you’re too small…

Shortly after completing my PhD in the U.S., I taught in the University of Alberta’s…

Shortly after completing my PhD in the U.S., I taught in the University of Alberta’s…

CaNOE, the Canadian Network for Ocean Education, is a network for the advancement of ocean literacy in Canada. At CaNOE, we link our diverse members with best practices to chart a course towards a sustainable future for Canadians that includes ocean education. We connect Canadians from Arctic to Atlantic to Pacific coasts and everywhere in between who are working towards ocean literacy—and we’re as much about celebrating current efforts as we are about moving the ball forward.

CaNOE, the Canadian Network for Ocean Education, is a network for the advancement of ocean…

Canada has taken a major step in cleaning up its oil and gas sector. We’re the first country to commit to methane emission regulations for the industry, marking an important shift toward climate protection.

Canada has taken a major step in cleaning up its oil and gas sector. We’re…

Shark Angels, a U.S. based non-profit, is thrilled to launch their World Ocean’s Day online…

“We’re not going to get off fossil fuels overnight!” How many times have you heard…

“We’re not going to get off fossil fuels overnight!” How many times have you heard…

On March 31, an underwater pipeline carrying oil to a refinery in Balikpapan, Indonesia, broke, spreading crude over 20,000 hectares of Balikpapan Bay. Some of it ignited, killing five fishermen. Area residents experienced health problems including nausea, vomiting and respiratory difficulties, and marine life and mangroves were also devastated.

On March 31, an underwater pipeline carrying oil to a refinery in Balikpapan, Indonesia, broke,…

Based on previous success, Siren Fleet proudly announces a second ‘Special Siren Trip’ on 9-19…

blue o two is delighted to announce that single-use plastic water bottles will be removed from their Red Sea fleet vessels as of 7th May 2018.

WWF-New Zealand welcomes today’s announcement by Prime Minister Jacinda Ardern that the government will not issue any further block offers for offshore oil and gas exploration. While Energy and Resources Minister Dr Megan Woods releases a block offer for limited onshore oil exploration today, the government is announcing that it will progressively reduce new block offers for onshore oil exploration to zero.

WWF-New Zealand welcomes today’s announcement by Prime Minister Jacinda Ardern that the government will not…

Our health, well-being, food security, energy and economic progress depend on healthy, diverse nature. Clean water and air are essential to human life and health. Nutrient-rich soils are necessary to grow food. Diversity makes the ecosystems on which human life depends resilient.

Our health, well-being, food security, energy and economic progress depend on healthy, diverse nature. Clean…

The global alliance of Siren Fleet, Master Liveaboards, The Junk and blue o two is very pleased to announce that as part of their expanding environmental policy they are aiming to be completely single use plastic free by the end of 2019.

The global alliance of Siren Fleet, Master Liveaboards, The Junk and blue o two is…

Scientists, academics, environmentalists and communicators have urged governments to take the climate crisis seriously for decades. We’ve outlined the overwhelming evidence, generated discussion and offered myriad solutions.

Scientists, academics, environmentalists and communicators have urged governments to take the climate crisis seriously for…

As the largest resort watersports operator on Grand Cayman, Red Sail Sports is also a leading advocate for marine conservation. Well-trained staff and a sizeable fleet give Red Sail Sports the flexibility to support environmental programs that require volunteers and boats for beach and reef cleanups. Local conservation initiatives, such as the newly-launched non-profit Plastic Free Cayman, find a willing partner in the dive company that has been offering services on Grand Cayman for 30 years.

It is estimated that two-thirds of all Indigenous communities in Canada have been under at least one drinking water advisory at some time in the last decade.

It is estimated that two-thirds of all Indigenous communities in Canada have been under at…

When the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency increased safety and environmental standards for cars in the 1970s, automakers responded. Although they had to adhere to the new rules, they didn’t base their entire response on safety or pollution concerns. Instead, they looked for loopholes.

When the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency increased safety and environmental standards for cars in the…