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At our regional meeting we talked about how we should familiarize ourselves with the New Jersey Department of Environmental Protection website is: dep.nj.gov. They offer opportunities to get involved with them and other resources. They have an amazing newsletter one can sign up for as well. They provide opportunities for public participation and work to... Continue Reading →
The hydrological cycle, also known as the water cycle, is the continuous movement of water on, above, and below the Earth's surface. However, due to climate change, the hydrological cycle is becoming increasingly erratic, with significant changes observed in recent decades. Increased Evaporation and Precipitation As the lower atmosphere becomes warmer, evaporation rates are increasing,... Continue Reading →
Indigenous Climate Action (ICA) is an Indigenous-led organization guided by a diverse group of Indigenous knowledge keepers, water protectors and land defenders from communities and regions across the country. We believe that Indigenous Peoples’ rights and knowledge systems are critical to developing solutions to the climate crisis and achieving climate justice. Check them out...
Sacred Earth Solar is an Indigenous-led organization that works in solidarity with impacted Indigenous communities who are protecting their homelands by bringing solar power directly to the frontlines. Providing renewable energy allows front line land defenders to protect themselves when asserting jurisdiction of their territories while directly opposing fossil fuel projects. Energy sovereignty allows for... Continue Reading →
Reflections on Wealth in the Time of Climate Emergency After attending the 55th Climate Reality Leadership Training this past weekend (April 12-14th, 2024), I've come to a powerful realization about how we measure wealth in the age of the Climate Emergency. It's a perspective shift that has truly resonated with me. In the face of... Continue Reading →
Crowded House - Don't Dream It's Over. A very emotional last song from their farewell tour. So sad, Paul Hester is in tears. One of the best songs ever written. Thought I'd upload a decent quality version because the other videos on here don't do the song or the performance justice. Go and buy the... Continue Reading →
Original Article: 4 Shifts Needed to Create a Carbon-free Power System AI PERPLEXITY FOLLOW-UP: Continuing the Shift Towards a Carbon-Free Power System Since the publication of the article "4 Shifts Needed to Create a Carbon-free Power System" on the WRI Insights blog in May 2023, there have been several important developments in the ongoing transition... Continue Reading →
Definition and Overview Generative AI is a type of artificial intelligence technology that can produce various types of content, including text, imagery, audio, and synthetic data. It is a branch of AI that enables machines to learn patterns from vast datasets and then to autonomously produce new content based on those patterns. Generative AI models... Continue Reading →
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 →
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 →
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 →
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