It's normal to feel anxious or overwhelmed by climate change, says psychologist Renée Lertzman. Can we turn those feelings into something productive? In an affirming talk, Lertzman discusses the emotional effects of climate change and offers insights on how psychology can help us discover both the creativity and resilience needed to act on environmental issues.... Continue Reading →
Project Neutral
In 2010, Project Neutral was incubated by Civic Action's Emerging Leaders Network. We launched in Toronto's Riverdale and Junction neighbourhoods, with a strong focus on neighbourhood action and distributed leadership. We worked closely with community leaders, providing Torontonians with tools to establish a greenhouse gas baseline, see how they compare to their neighbours, and explore... Continue Reading →
We Can Fix It
What is We Can Fix It? It’s actionable, relatable, expert climate advice directly from me: climate scientist, professor and writer Kim Nicholas. I’m on a mission to help stabilize the climate in time to avoid catastrophic climate change, while making life on Earth better for people and nature. I could really use your help, which is... Continue Reading →
The Benefits of Attending Free Online Climate Change Events
As the world grapples with the urgent challenge of climate change, it's more important than ever to stay informed and engaged. Fortunately, there are many free online events and conferences that make it easy to learn about the latest climate science, policy developments, and solutions. One of the key advantages of these virtual events is... Continue Reading →
Unlocking Clean Energy Access: $20 Billion in Grants to Expand Climate Solutions
The Biden-Harris Administration has announced a historic $20 billion investment to accelerate the transition to clean energy and lower energy costs for communities across the nation. This funding, provided through the Greenhouse Gas Reduction Fund created by the Inflation Reduction Act, represents the single largest non-tax investment in the landmark legislation. Empowering "Green Banks" to... Continue Reading →