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Scientists discover heatwaves at the bottom of the ocean that could have huge impact
According to new research, there are heat waves buffeting the bottom of the ocean and causing temperatures to jump in a range from 0.5 degrees Celsius to 3 degrees Celsius.
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BC approves new LNG plant, introduces oil and gas emission caps
Haisla Nation welcomes green light, but critics sound warning on threat to province’s climate plan.
These rare and beautiful BC reefs fight climate change
So why hasn’t the government cancelled oil and gas exploration permits that could damage them?
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Crawford Kilian: The false promise of nuclear fusion
We’ll never achieve unlimited energy. And for that perhaps we should be grateful.
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More reason to take fracking quakes seriously
Triggered tremors shook Fort St. John. Then one in Texas damaged a large university building, forcing its closure.
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Researchers look to Canada’s oceans to sink planet-warming carbon
A new research initiative is working on a national assessment of the “blue carbon” storage capacity of Canada’s salt marshes, seagrass meadows and kelp forests to fight against climate change.
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Climate law gives Pittsburgh cash, jobs, cleaner air and hope
The Inflation Reduction Act, which was signed into law by President Biden on Wednesday, has given new life to efforts in the Pittsburgh region to limit the worst impacts of climate change.
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