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Much ado about Compact Fluorescent Light bulbs and radiation

This was precautionary advice. What the research by the Agency’s scientists found was that when very close (within 2 cm, or less than 1 inch) to some types of CFLs, the UV radiation level... Read More
This was precautionary advice. What the research by the Agency’s scientists found was that when very close (within 2...
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Earth Hour 2009 setting new records in climate concern

The number of participating countries has already doubled compared to 2008 Archbishop Desmond Tutu leads call for action on climate change Obama artist Shepard Fairey lends his creative abilities to Earth Hour artwork The... Read More
The number of participating countries has already doubled compared to 2008 Archbishop Desmond Tutu leads call for action on...
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WWF-Canada applauds charge of Syncrude Canada in death of ducks

“We are very pleased to see Environment Canada applying the law and showing that industry has a responsibility to protect wildlife from the negative effects of tar sands development,” said Robert Powell, Director, Mackenzie... Read More
“We are very pleased to see Environment Canada applying the law and showing that industry has a responsibility to...
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Peer Pressure

The point of the anecdote is that when she was a child—my wife, I mean—seeing babies on peoples’ laps in moving vehicles was an everyday occurrence.  There were no such things as car seats:... Read More
The point of the anecdote is that when she was a child—my wife, I mean—seeing babies on peoples’ laps...
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Arctic team starts quest to solve ice riddle

The Catlin Arctic Survey team sets off to Resolute tomorrow, where it will make final preparations before beginning its gruelling three-month journey. Hadow, Ann Daniels and Martin Hartley will haul sleds weighing up to... Read More
The Catlin Arctic Survey team sets off to Resolute tomorrow, where it will make final preparations before beginning its...
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Elephants under threat as illegal ivory price soars in Vietnam

“This is a worrying trend that indicates even more pressure is being put on already fragile Asian Elephant populations,” said Azrina Abdullah. Director of TRAFFIC Southeast Asia. According to IUCN figures, no more than... Read More
“This is a worrying trend that indicates even more pressure is being put on already fragile Asian Elephant populations,”...
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EAST MEETS WEST FOR EARTH HOUR IN OVER 500 CITIES

(Toronto, February 19, 2009): The global call to action on climate change has been answered from east to west as a record 538 cities and towns in 75 countries have already signed up to... Read More
(Toronto, February 19, 2009): The global call to action on climate change has been answered from east to west...
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WWF/TRAFFIC: Illegal tiger trade conviction and fine sets important precedent – Should help deter use of endangered species in traditional Chinese medicine

“This conviction sets an important precedent for the Wild Animal and Plant Protection and Regulation of International and Interprovincial Trade Act – the Canadian law that restricts the trade in endangered species”, said Ernie... Read More
“This conviction sets an important precedent for the Wild Animal and Plant Protection and Regulation of International and Interprovincial...
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Green Energy Act: First in North America

Toronto – The Green Energy Act Alliance, a coalition of leading environmental groups, industry associations, farmers, First Nations, community power groups and unions, was at Queen’s Park today to celebrate the introduction of the... Read More
Toronto – The Green Energy Act Alliance, a coalition of leading environmental groups, industry associations, farmers, First Nations, community...
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Notes on Optimism

On the other hand, there’s plenty of reason for optimism on the strength of that statement alone.  Sure, the pledge to start a “clean-energy dialogue” is a long way short of substance. Sure, most of... Read More
On the other hand, there’s plenty of reason for optimism on the strength of that statement alone.  Sure, the...
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25 Ways to Mark Earth Hour

Attend local Earth Hour events– or organize one. Add your event, or get details on events near you at EarthHourCanada.org.  Go outside and look at the stars. Find a great viewing spot to see... Read More
Attend local Earth Hour events– or organize one. Add your event, or get details on events near you at...
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