From Other Environmental Groups (September)

Climate change fuels wildfires worldwide: Its up to our political leaders to acknowledge the link between Canada’s devastating forest fires and the climate emergency. For the full story, go here!
EV cars are becoming easier to find, but not easier to afford: Can the savings on fuel make up for the high sales price? For the CBC story, go here! Also,a recent Atlantic Newletter article “Forever EVs” notes:” EVs could last nearly forever…if car companies let them.” The problem is that car companies then can’t make lots more money selling you a newer model as often.
It’s time to ditch the lawn and go natural! Lawns are a water wasting tradition of tour colonial past. People are choosing to use their yards for something better... For the full story, go here!
National Seniors Day, Oct 1: Seniors everywhere ( about 90 % globally) want a liveable future and are concerned about climate breakdown and need for rebuilding a healthy environment for future generations. They recognize that all our un-natural disasters are due to fossil fuel emissions but that promising solutions – renewables/capping and ending emissions are taking too long. Engage in conversation with a senior near you about vulnerability for all of us.

Microplastics Found in Blood Clots: Multiple studies from across the world are linking plastic to human health. Microplastics are being found in human blood clots of the heart, brain, and legs... The health effects of this are catastrophic. For the full story, go here!
Disastrous UK ‘Megafarms’: Large scale meat and dairy farms are growing in the UK. These factory level farms are disastrous for the planet and the animals. For the full BBC story, go here!
Down into the Ocean's 'Twilight Zone' with Boaty McBoatface: The UK’s most famous robot has completed its scientific sea odyssey. For the full story, go here!

Ruling upholds decision to keep open-net fish farms out of the Discovery Islands: Info here
US bans Chinese import of seafood after year long forced labour investigation: Info here
Senate passes long-awaited legislation to tackle environmental racism in Canada: This legislation will push the government to acknowledge the disproportionate effect of the climate emergency on minorities in Canada, specifically indigenous people. For the full story, go here!