Goal 7 – Affordable and Clean Energy Targets (which will be focused on in this website) and Article Content:
targets from https://sustainabledevelopment.un.org/sdg7:
7.1 “By 2030, ensure universal access to affordable, reliable and modern energy services”
7.2 “By 2030, increase substantially the share of renewable energy in the global energy mix”
7.3 “By 2030, double the global rate of improvement in energy efficiency”
GDP Versus GPI
Gross Domestic Product (GDP) is a metric used around the world to measure a country’s well-being but it misses its mark substantially. GDP is a measure of market throughput and […]
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Why We Need Digital Product Passports
Every product on our shopping shelves has important data (eg. environmental footprint, safety, health impacts, authenticity, etc.) tied to its existence. A Digital Product Passport (DPP) is a single point […]
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A Just Transition for Workers Due to Canada’s Energy Sector Transition
According to a recent report from TD Bank, between 312,000 and 450,000 workers directly or indirectly employed by Canada’s oil & gas sector are at risk of job loss due […]
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The Aviation Emissions Problem
If the aviation sector were a country, it would place sixth in greenhouse gas emissions, between Japan and Germany. Global air travel demand was expected to triple between 2020 and […]
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Small Modular Reactors – Nuclear Energy and Climate Change – Pros and Cons
Nuclear power sources are highly controversial as they produce energy without contributing much to climate change or air pollution but at the same time result in toxic waste, safety issues, […]
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Fossil Fuel Subsidies in Canada
Fighting climate change through measures like putting a price on carbon requires focus. Unfortunately, governments around the world – including in Canada – subsidize the carbon emitting fossil fuel industry […]
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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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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 […]
