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DID YOU KNOW?
Water Consumed Globally
(Measured in Millions of litres)
This Year
Energy Used Globally
(Measured in MWh)
This Year
Renewables Non-Renewables
CO2 Emissions Globally
(Measured in Tons)
This Year
Data provided by Worldometers. Visit their website to learn about these and other indicators.
CONTESTS FOR STUDENTS
FOCUS! Videos for Change: Climate Change Video & Media Arts Contest (Gr. 7-12)
Our signature Video and Media Arts contest, now including Grade 7 and music videos.
Student Climate Changemakers (Gr. 7-12)
Be a changemaker and win amazing prizes. Awards for Environmental Action, Inspiring Change, and Social Technology Development.
AWARDS FOR TEACHERS
Climate Change Educational Leaders (Teachers Excellence Awards)
The Climate Change Educational Leaders (Teachers) Awards recognize Excellence in Environmental Education, Communication, and Inspiration by Canada’s amazing teachers.
AWARDS FOR SCHOOLS
Canadian Schools Take Action to Change Climate Change
This award celebrates the impact schools have on our youth, in our communities, and in helping to change our world!
COOL INNOVATIONS AND CLIMATE CHANGE NEWS
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An Innovative Solution for a Weird Problem
Who would have thought waste heat from restaurants was a big deal? Turns out it is and Enjay plans to stop it. By filtering exhaust air and using it to heat the interior of the building they claim they can preserve hundreds of thousands of kWh per year per building. Learn More. [Image Source: Enjay]
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Electric Cars + Car 2 Go?
Ekorent is combining two great climate fighting techniques by providing on-demand electric cars to the public. Unfortunately, their operations are currently only in Finland. Learn More. [Image Source: Ekorent]
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Restoring Deserts to Fight Climate Change
A new procedure has been developed which artificially increases water retention in desert areas to fight desertification and produce growable land. Learn More or watch their promotional video here. [Image source: Desert Control]
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AI And Climate Change
Using AI in the fight against climate change might be one of the most potent methods we have. Learn more Here and Here.
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Infrastructure for Electric Vehicles
Several companies are preparing for the future by investing in electric charging infrastructure. Learn More Here, Here, and Here
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Victoria Falls Run Dry
Image Source: The Guardian Newspaper. After a massive drought in the region, Victoria Falls has run completely dry. This Zimbabwean waterfall is almost the size of Niagra Falls, yet stands bone dry. A grave warning for the climate. Learn More
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BC Based Harbour Air pledges to switch to all electric
Image Credit: Harbour Air Harbour Air recently promised to build an all electric seaplane fleet in partnership with magniX and they just recently launched their first plane. Learn More
