Climate & Clean Energy archives
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To Surrey... and beyond!
June 29, 2011Climate change affects everyone, and everyone can be part of the solution. As the David Suzuki Foundation (DSF) continues its public outreach work, it keeps this simple statement in mind... More »
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This green house: Building fast action on climate change and green jobs
June 20, 2011The David Suzuki Foundation acted as a consultant on the planning of the Institute's conference. These days, amid record setting floods, fires and tornados, we are well aware of the... More »
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Translating words into action: engaging Canada's ethnic communities in the fight against climate change
June 15, 2011A Vancouver columnist recently asserted the view that the Chinese language lacks a climate change vocabulary, and as a result, it's difficult to engage new Canadians into adopting a green... More »
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Humans can overcome extreme weather and climate events, but we have to work together
June 13, 2011Extreme weather and climate events have kept humans on their toes since the dawn of civilization. Without notice our familiar environment can be dramatically altered, leaving us incredibly vulnerable. Recent... More »
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In disaster there is opportunity: How the Fukushima disaster is leading to a more sustainable future
May 19, 2011We often get stuck in our ways, and only after receiving a whack to the head do we finally realize it's time for change. This is precisely what happened to... More »
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Sinking beneath the seas: Canadian coast under threat in new predictions
May 12, 2011Today in Nuuk, Greenland, ministers from Canada and other Arctic nations are being told to prepare for something that will have tremendous repercussions for Canada's coastal communities — sea level... More »
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Candidates in B.C. byelection share views on climate action
May 10, 2011British Columbians head to the polls tomorrow in a provincial byelection that could determine the future of the current premier. We asked each candidate to share their vision of how B.C will address climate change in the years ahead. More »
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DSF climate team reaching out to new audiences
May 2, 2011Our Race to the Top Team have spent the past several months meeting with organizations, community groups, media outlets, and a diverse group of professionals in our efforts to get more Canadians engaged with environmental issues and climate change. More »
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There's nothing like the first time: Why you should pledge to vote in your first federal election
April 21, 2011Young adulthood is full of "firsts". Living on your own for the first time, traveling with friends, pursuing higher education, working your first real job, your first serious relationship, all... More »
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A Science Fair to Remember
April 7, 2011Attending community events is a great way for us to share our message, learn what is happening locally, and meet the people behind some pretty inspiring initiatives. More »
