S.E.N.S. Events (May)
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Call to Action
Speak Up Against LNG Expansion in B.C. Climate and environmental groups in B.C. continue to organize against LNG and fracking expansion, warning that new fossil fuel infrastructure would lock in emissions and threaten water, ecosystems, and community health. Join this strong local-to-provincial action item and support climate solutions rooted in science and long-term sustainability… go here.
Stop FortisBC’s Toxic Tunnel in Howe Sound. FortisBC is exceeding wastewater limits—dumping double its permitted discharge, including heavy metals—into Howe Sound, and is now seeking to increase pollution limits even further. This threatens marine life, public health, and a fragile recovering ecosystem. To send a pre-written letter, go here.
Other Quality Information
For trends and solutions for a more sustainable world, check out CBC News “What On Earth?”
Also, check out WE-CAN (West Coast Climate Action Network).
International Institute For Sustainable Development (IISD)also provides much Canadian and global research and insight into our future climate adaptation needs!