Goal 11 – Sustainable Cities and Communities Targets (which will be focused on in this website) and Corresponding Article Content:
targets from https://sustainabledevelopment.un.org/sdg11:
11.6 “By 2030, reduce the adverse per capita environmental impact of cities, including by paying special attention to air quality and municipal and other waste management”
The Need for a Right to a Healthy Environment
Many Canadians might think they have the right to a healthy environment – which includes fresh air, clean water, and a natural environment that supports people and our planet – […]
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Embodied Carbon in Buildings and Climate Change
Building operations and building construction industry emissions together were responsible for 38% of global energy-related carbon dioxide emissions in 2019. About three quarters of that consisted of building operations such […]
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The Waste Management Problem in the Greater Toronto Area
Many of us throw items into the garbage without truly realizing the consequences of our actions. According to a 2019 study of developed countries, Canada is among the worst (in […]
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Tourism and the Environment
Many of us go on holiday vacations without realizing the negative and positive impacts tourism has on the environment. The Coronavirus has had a significant effect on the tourism industry […]
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Buildings and Climate Change Emissions for Richmond Hill
Your home can function in a way that serves the environment while saving you money. Buildings have a significant environmental footprint when it comes to greenhouse gas emissions. Buildings produce […]
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The Circular Economy Approach
Did you know that, according to the Global Footprint Network, humanity currently annually consumes one and a half times the amount of natural resources that the earth generates in a […]
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The Importance of Placing a Monetary Value on Services Provided By Nature
Did you know that environmental degradation is currently posing serious challenges for human health and security? A recent World Health Organization article states that 12.6 million deaths are occurring each […]
