Wetlands can provide potential climate change solutions: Lakehead study
Researchers from Lakehead University have found that freshwater wetlands are important nature-based solutions for the mitigation of greenhouse gas emissions.
Two bridges crossing Kicking Horse River will receive upgrades that make them more resilient to the impacts of climate change, thanks to a combined investment of more than $89.6 million from the governments of Canada and British Columbia.
As B.C.’s glaciers disappear, scientists race to capture data from ice cores
By helicopter, the views of British Columbia’s Coast Mountains are postcard perfect: black spires of rock and turquoise lakes unfold against vast icefields dressed in white snow.
In UN talks for a global plastic treaty, delegates to face off over production limits
As the world’s nations enter another round of talks this week on creating a first-ever treaty to contain plastic pollution, officials are bracing for tough negotiations over whether to limit the amount of plastic being produced or just to focus on the management of waste.
Royal Roads research helping protect regions vulnerable to climate change
Royal Roads University environmental and sustainability Prof. Leslie King has continued to research northern Vancouver Island regions vulnerable to climate change for six years.
It’s estimated that the Canadian economy could take a $5.5-trillion hit by the end of the century due to climate change, according to a white paper from Independent Sen.
Montreal to invest heavily in sponge infrastructure to combat seasonal flooding
The City of Montreal hopes to mitigate the impact of flooding with the building of new sponge infrastructure. Over the next two years, sidewalks, parks and even streets will be transformed to absorb more water. As Global's Brayden Jagger Haines reports, Mayor Valérie Plante says it is one way the city can adapt to climate change.
New report paints dire picture of climate change in Ontario
A report quietly released by the Ontario government suggests that climate change is having significant impacts on everything from agriculture to infrastructure and that the majority of the province will likely experience an average of over 60 extreme hot days per year by the end of the century.
A grim report about climate change in Ontario was kept quiet for 8 months
A new report commissioned by Premier Doug Ford's government warns that climate change poses high risks to Ontario, with impacts on everything from food production to infrastructure to businesses.
The state of corporate climate litigation
On July 27, the United Nations Environment Programme (UNEP), together with the Sabin Center for Climate Change Law at Columbia University, released its 2023 Global Climate Change Litigation Report (UNEP Report).
Canada’s climate adaptation plans were built for a world that no longer exists
The events of the past three years – and more acutely, the past three weeks – have shattered the logic on which Canada has based its approach to climate resilience.
How the feds could get the national flood insurance plan right
As Canada gets closer to implementing a national flood insurance program, the federal government has an opportunity to send the right signals about preparing for the effects of climate change, says one adaptation researcher.
Canada powers toward more clean, affordable, and reliable electricity with draft regulations
From our homes to our businesses to our workplaces, electricity powers our lives. As more Canadians shift to electric vehicles, more homeowners adopt electric heat pumps, and more industries green their operations, an abundant supply of electricity will be required.
Intact Centre bringing physical climate risk into institutional investing
Incorporating physical climate risk into portfolio management – think flooding, wildfire or hurricanes that disrupt business operations for weeks at a time – has largely eluded investors despite warnings...
Mitigating the Impacts of Climate Change Through Urban Planning
Katie Walsh helps cities manage their climate risks—and champions environmental advocates for office
First justiciable climate claim in Ontario – Mathur v. Ontario
On April 14, 2023, Justice Vermette released her reasons in Mathur v. His Majesty the King in Right of Ontario, 2023 ONSC 2316 (Mathur), the first Charter challenge in Ontario against a government actor for actions taken related to climate change...
Nova Scotia’s modern ‘gold rush’ poses huge risk to climate, expert warns
Nova Scotia is embarking on what many are calling its fourth gold rush -- but instead of panning for chunks of gold, mining operations in the province today consist of massive...
Report gauges Canada’s readiness for increase in earthquakes, wildfires, pandemics
The amount of land burned annually in Canada by wildland fires has more than doubled since the 1970s. It is estimated that, by 2100, the area burned could double again, states the new risk report.
National report reveals Canada’s disaster vulnerabilities, risk areas – The Weather Network
Canada's first-ever disaster report at the national level showcases the threats the country faces, the regions at risk, and what is needed for agencies and people to better handle future catastrophes..
Solar power investment set to surpass oil production spending this year
Investors will pour more money into solar power than in oil production this year for the first time, signaling the scale and speed of the transition to low-carbon sources of energy.
