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Greenpeace’s reaction to the federal government’s announcement of a greenhouse gas offset system
The government’s decision to double down on carbon offsets is a major step backwards for Canada’s climate ambitions.
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Youth won’t be fooled: Report exposes reputational risk for banks targeting youth through sponsorship while funding fossil fuels
Canadian banks’ continued funding of fossil fuels undercuts their attempts to attract youth as customers through sponsorships and charitable giving, according to a new report from Greenpeace Canada and the youth-led organization Banking on a Better Future.
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Poll: 7 in 10 Canadians believe banks committed to net-zero emissions should not finance fossil fuel expansion & support federal requirements for banks to act on climate
TORONTO — A new survey commissioned by Greenpeace Canada found that seven in ten (69%) of respondents believe banks that have committed to a net zero target should be expected…
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BREAKING: Greenpeace activists disrupt business as usual in Toronto’s financial district calling on Canadian banks to stop funding climate chaos and injustice
Greenpeace Canada activists blocked entrances to the RBC’s corporate headquarters today by suspending climbers from fifteen foot high tripods as part of a call for Canada’s big five banks to stop funding fossil fuels and to respect Indigenous rights.
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COP26 ENDS IN GLASGOW
Glasgow was meant to deliver on firmly closing the gap to 1.5C and that didn’t happen, but in 2022 nations will now have to come back with stronger targets.
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New research exposes climate impact of nitrogen fertilizer worldwide, with Canada one of the worst offenders
Synthetic nitrogen fertilizer usage in Canadian agriculture is 8 times the global average per capita.