Transition to a Sustainable Economy
The economy of the 21st century will necessarily need to be a green one. Those countries that take that notion to heart will be in the best economic position going forward. The idea that we can continue to consume more and more, year after year is neither sustainable nor desirable.
Talk of “green jobs” and “green products” is spreading, but a true transition to a sustainable economy will require government cooperation at all levels as well as innovation. In essence, all levels of governments have a role to play in fostering such a transition, while at the same time ensuring that it is fair and equitable to all members of society.
Sierra Club Canada is working to promote reducing our ecological footprint, while highlighting the benefits that a green economy will bring to us all.
Transition to a Sustainable Economy - all content
12 August, 2010
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Gretchen Fitzgerald
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Publication
DRAFT AGENDA (Updated Aug. 26)
Wood, Water, Work. Getting out what we put in!
Friday, Sept. 10
Saturday, Sept. 11...
3 August, 2010
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Gretchen Fitzgerald
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Publication
Direct Evidence for UARB Hearing # W-HRWC-R-10
Submitted by Marie Claire Brisbois with support from Peggy Cameron
On behalf of the Sierra Club Canada – Atlantic Canada Chapter...
19 July, 2010
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Gretchen Fitzgerald
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Page
The most prominent threats to our environment (climate change, loss of biodiversity, toxic contamination, etc) are evidence of a much greater problem. Our societal emphasis on economic growth and success has excluded...
18 July, 2010
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Gretchen Fitzgerald
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Publication
ADVANCING RENEWABLE ENERGY IN THE ATLANTIC PROVINCES
BY FRED WINSOR, CHAIR ,SIERRA CLUB - ATLANTIC CANADA
Background
Increased public awareness over climate change, supported by visual evidence of melting...
18 July, 2010
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Gretchen Fitzgerald
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Campaign
Atlantic Canada Sustainable Energy Coalition
The Atlantic Canada Sustainable Energy Coalition (ACSEC) is a strategic alliance of organizations aimed at promoting on-the-ground solutions to climate change in...
15 July, 2010
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Robb Barnes
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In the News
Canadian Tire has admitted its stores have been charging consumers too much for eco fees since they came into effect on July 1. The company says it was the result of a computer glitch.
Additional excerpt:
The...
12 July, 2010
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Robb Barnes
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Publication
Recently, Sierra Club Canada learned that the Canada Pension Plan Investment Board (CPPIB) is investing $250 million of Canadians' money into the tar sands. Our Executive Director wrote the CPPIB a letter, asking...
8 July, 2010
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Robb Barnes
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In the News
Greenpeace has been a vocal opponent of Alberta’s reliance on oil, publicizing and protesting Alberta’s environmental track record. In 2007, our province produced over 240 million tonnes of greenhouse gas...
29 June, 2010
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Robb Barnes
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Media Release
OTTAWA – As an organization that encourages Canadians to protect, restore and enjoy a healthy and safe planet, Sierra Club Canada condemns the violence surrounding last weekend’s G20 summit in Toronto and...
18 June, 2010
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Gretchen Fitzgerald
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We are working to improve decision-making processes regarding mines and quarries to ensure adequate community engagement, improved environmental assessment, stronger regulations and monitoring, and creation of a long-...