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Human effect on the ecosystem

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Green Energy

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An overview of environmentally-friendly ways to generate electricity and power

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Earth Month: Climate Change

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Discover the probable causes, likely effects, and potential ways to mitigate climate change.

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Earth Month: Water

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Discover the issues surrounding water today, and learn what you can do to help.

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Chris Derksen (he/his)

Career Profiles

Climate Scientist

I use satellite data and climate models to understand how climate change is impacting snow and ice across Canada.
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Viviana Ramirez-Luna (she/her)

Environmental Entrepreneur

I founded (and run) a consulting company to help businesses, communities, and organizations reduce the waste they produce
Steve Fletcher

Steve Fletcher

Managing Director

I am the Managing Director of the Automotive Recyclers of Canada.
Max Salman aux commandes d'un avion.

Max Salman

Career Profiles

PH.D. Student / Affiliate Researcher

I ask questions to things that don’t have answers yet.
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Anaïs Remili (she/her)

Whale Researcher

I am doing research on pollution in killer whales.
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7 ways Satellites Help Fight Climate Change

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Discover 7 ways satellite Earth observation helps fight climate change.

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Diversity of Canada’s Marine Coastal Habitats

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Learn about the plants and animals in Canada’s marine coastal habitats, and what you can do to protect them.

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Ashley Noseworthy

Career Profiles

CEO/Founder of Edgewise Environmental

I own and operate an environmental consultancy that helps companies reduce their underwater noise pollution.
Patty Simpson

Patty Simpson (she/her)

Career Profiles

Environmental Coordinator

As the head of the Environment Department at a uranium mine, it is my responsibility to make sure that the mine does not pollute the surrounding environment.
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Coral Ecosystems

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Learn about coral ecosystems and why they are important as well as what you can do to help keep them healthy.

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Are Whales Beaching Themselves Stressed By Sonar?

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Read about why sonar could be causing some whales to beach themselves.

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Summer Symposium Series: Climate Career Resources

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A career focused on climate change and sustainability would let you help people by working to help solve the biggest problems of our time.