Photo: The Canadian Press A plot of land on the Sahtlam Tree Farm in the Cowichan Valley region of Duncan, British Columbia The effects of climate change are wreaking havoc on Christmas tree farms in British Columbia and beyond, with a forestry expert saying the already shrinking and changing sector will need to adapt in …
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Oregon is known for its towering volcanic domes covered in evergreen cover that becomes sparse and patchy on the eastern side of the Cascade Mountains before steepening into the high desert. The people who know trees best say there are many signs of trouble in Oregon. “We see forms of stress in all of our …
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French President Macron may not have realized it, but he got into another fishing war earlier this month when he and 200 other guests were treated to Maine lobster at the White House. poached in butter accented with American Osetra caviar and topped with crispy celery. The problem was lobsters, currently subject to a court …
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The World Wide Fund for Nature estimates that wildlife populations decreased by nearly 70% in just 50 years. Deforestation, human exploitation, Pollutionand climate change were the main drivers of the loss. Yet hope is not lost. At COP15 biodiversity summit, which kicked off this week, countries are coming together to tackle such threats. To prove …
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As falling temperatures test Europe’s resilience to a winter energy crisis, France has unveiled contingency plans for power cuts – including a stark reminder that in the event of a power outage, elevators would be prohibited. But far from reassuring the public, the government’s messages – which also warn that some emergency phone numbers could …
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Pieces of broken coral are being salvaged and rehabilitated in “nurseries” so they can be transplanted to the Great Barrier Reef, but marine scientists say this is no substitute for action on climate change. Key points: Coral nurseries see early success as scientists use broken pieces to grow healthy coral which is then transplanted to …
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SAN DIEGO- San Diego’s efforts to comply with a new state law requiring the recycling of yard waste and food scraps will kick into high gear next month when delivery of 267,000 new green recycling bins begins in the city homes. The first wave of bins will be delivered in January and February to homes …
Breadcrumb Links Columnists Canada Publication date : December 10, 2022 • 5 hours ago • 4 minute read 12 comments The federal government plans to ban some commonly used plastic items, including straws. Photo by fullempty /iStock/Getty Images Content of the article The Trudeau government’s plan to eliminate plastic waste in Canada by 2030 is …
Annette Painter has always dreamed of retiring by the sea with her husband Luke, so when they found a waterfront home overlooking the idyllic Queensland coastline, they were thrilled. Key points: According to projections adopted by the state government, the sea level is expected to rise by 0.8 meters by 2100 More than 500 properties …
In this series of explanations, 9news.com.au examines the concerns and fears surrounding natural disasters, examining the potential impacts on Australia. Tropical cyclone killed hundreds of Australians and caused billions of dollars in damage – and we have been warned that it will only get worse. With a new hurricane season upon us, what does the …
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