Through the work of our two climate policy interns from Carleton University, Azka and Anshika, we have compiled a list of court cases in which individuals have made a difference - either through filing suit against polluters or governments, or by giving their personal testimony. So check out our new page; we'll continue to add … Continue reading Examples of Individuals Impacting Climate Court Cases
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The Paris Agreement, the USA, and You
It is during such times that we realize the power individuals hold towards determining the future of the world.
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A Tool Library Is a Seed
or How Collaborative Communities Can Reduce Global Warming....
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Taking Action in the Courts: The New Climate Steps Politics Page
According to the United Nations, the climate crisis has become the defining issue of our generation. With the legislative and executive branches of states around the world failing to act, however, the judicial branch often remains the last resort to address the growing human rights and environmental crises. Learn more on how you can take … Continue reading Taking Action in the Courts: The New Climate Steps Politics Page
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Stripes and Stories
"....this past winter the ground never froze, so we have a banner year for destructive insects..."
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The Plastic Podcast
Wind up Plastic-Free July by spending some time with us learning what is plastic, its impacts - good and bad - including on climate change, and how to fight plastic pollution throughout the year. Dr. Annette Olson, Founder of Climate Steps and the Lead for Green Neighbors DC, and guest Den Fusso, plastic activist, will … Continue reading The Plastic Podcast
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A New Climate Steps Resource Page – Podcasts
Announcing a new resource page for Climate Steps - Podcasts, which has reviews of 13 informative podcasts in the areas of climate science, how climate change affects us, the all important climate solutions, and then the environment in general. Three of my favorites are: The Mint Climate Change Tracker, which provides an overview of climate … Continue reading A New Climate Steps Resource Page – Podcasts
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What is a Climate Step?
....it is one way we show our respect for the sufferings of others...
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Change Lawns to Actual Life
....cover the one-species grass lawn of death with cardboard, loads of compost, and then mulch. Then plant new native plants in....
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Climate Songs
And then this song came along. One of the best Climate Songs ever. Adorable Irish children rapping about the climate.
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WE have the Power Now
It’s a new year, 2020, and it’s a time to understand that we, the public, are now more empowered than ever before in this climate emergency, despite how incredibly impotent we feel with the horrible devastation in Australia, which is experiencing catastrophic bushfires, extreme heat, and incredible wildlife mortality. With the loss of 30% of … Continue reading WE have the Power Now
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Glacial Pace: The Face of Change
....observing the distance of glacial retreat as measured by year markers drew gasps from nearly everyone...
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Climate Steps for the Extreme Beginner
How would I even start doing something about those things? I think I’ll crawl under the covers and hope someone else figures this stuff out. ... But wait!....
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Climate-Related Books to Read for Bookclub, to Give Your Library, or to Gift
....a twist -- what do I read when I want to save the planet? Because there are actually books that help you do that.
