Greenspiration News & Events: Radiation dangers

[Angela Bischoff - OCAA]



 

GLOBAL

 

What More Is There to Say About the LA Wildfires? And What Do We Do Next?

The horrifying, heartbreaking images from the wildfires encircling Los Angeles remind us again that no one is safe in a global climate emergency. Here’s how we find common ground to take action.

https://energymixweekender.substack.com/p/what-more-is-there-to-say-about-the?r=84z07

 

Hottest year on record sent planet past 1.5C of heating for first time in 2024

https://www.theguardian.com/environment/2025/jan/10/world-temperature-in-2024-exceeded-15c-for-first-time

 

There’s a Sickness at the Heart of Politics & It’s Called Oligarchy @GeorgeMonbiot - 9 min. video

https://x.com/doubledownnews/status/1877668362144157752?s=51&t=VJCvHr6r3nUAsWxap0SDNA

 

Emotionally charged interview with climate scientist Peter Kalmus about the California wildfires and rising global temps.

https://www.democracynow.org/2025/1/10/peter_kalmus_los_angeles_wildfires_climate

 

Motonormativity - This is the biggest barrier to more people riding bikes in cities - 10 min. video

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=PdqZsRayyFk

 

The casual violence inflicted by car culture

It’s estimated that 25 to 50 per cent of wars are related to access to oil – and motor vehicles guzzle up about half of the consumption of the fossil fuels used in the world.

https://www.theglobeandmail.com/opinion/article-the-casual-violence-inflicted-by-car-culture/

https://greenspiration.org/wp-content/uploads/2025/01/Picard-violence-inflicted-by-car-culture-Globe-Jan-8-2025.pdf

 

Germany hits 63% renewables in 2024 as battery storage almost doubles - 8 min. video blog

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=hOuRM3D4KNM   

 

These nearly silent wind turbines have owl-inspired 'feathers'

https://www.fastcompany.com/91256113/these-nearly-silent-wind-turbines-have-owl-inspired-feathers

 

CANADA

 

What is Justin Trudeau’s environmental legacy?

The impactful, the promised, the marginal and the undelivered. Prime Minister Justin Trudeau’s climate-conscious government bought Canada an oil pipeline while ushering in significant environmental laws

https://thenarwhal.ca/trudeau-resignation-environmental-impacts/

 

Justin Trudeau accomplished more on climate action than any other Prime Minister – and less than what’s needed for a safe future 

Statement from Canada's Climate Action Network

https://climateactionnetwork.ca/justin-trudeau-accomplished-more-on-climate-action-than-any-other-prime-minister-and-less-than-whats-needed-for-a-safe-future/ 

 

Elizabeth May Smacks Down Trump 

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=CqMeH9XdFQE

 

2024 was a very big year for progress on clean (wind/water/solar/storage) electricity in Canada

https://www.nationalobserver.com/2025/01/09/opinion/provinces-clean-electricity-provinces

 

Where is the ‘mature debate’ about the health impacts of nuclear power?

https://johnmenadue.com/where-is-the-mature-debate-about-the-health-impacts-of-nuclear-power/

 

Atomic Reaction 

This fantastic 2024 CBC documentary dives into Canada’s significant role in the Manhattan Project and the fallout seventy-five years later. Available free on CBC Gem. 89 min.

https://gem.cbc.ca/atomic-reaction

 

TORONTO

 

TransformTO Net Zero Strategy Action Plan 2026-2030

The current public consultation process asks for input from residents to learn more about current actions they are taking, actions they are not taking, barriers they may be facing, and supports that might help them overcome those barriers. Complete a survey to have your say on climate action and shape the Net Zero Action Plan.

https://www.toronto.ca/services-payments/water-environment/environmentally-friendly-city-initiatives/transformto/transformto-net-zero-action-plan/

 

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EVENTS

 

Nuclear Neighbours - Radioactive Risk in Durham Region

Mon. Jan. 13, 7 p.m. 

Ajax Public Library, Rotary Room B, Main Library, 55 Harwood Ave. S, Ajax

Join us for a community conversation about radioactive risk in Durham region, and options for reducing that risk and increasing public awareness of the status of nuclear waste operations and storage at the two nuclear generating stations in Durham region, options for risk-reduction, and plans for more than 10,000 shipments of high-level nuclear waste on Durham’s busy highways. Learn about how citizens can be part of monitoring radiation from nuclear operations. Everyone is welcome. Advanced registration is not required. 

Co-hosted by Northwatch, Canadian Environmental Law Association and Durham Nuclear Awareness.

For more info: www.nuclearwastewatch.ca or call 1 855 225 8055 

 

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Ford’s New Bad Energy Plan Briefing - Stopping a Costly Mistake

Mon. Jan. 13, 7 p.m. ET

Join a SCAN! (Seniors for Climate Action Now!) briefing on bad energy choices in Ontario and a brainstorming session to build a SCAN! alternative.

https://secure.seniorsforclimateactionnow.org/civicrm/mailing/view?id=671&reset=1 

 

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Host a conversation on retrofitting Toronto buildings

Mon, Jan 13, noon - 1 p.m.

Did you know that greenhouse gas emissions from buildings make up 56% of all community-wide emissions in Toronto? Reducing greenhouse gas emissions that come from fossil fuels used for space and water heating in our buildings is key to reaching the City of Toronto’s climate target of net zero emissions by 2040. Join the City of Toronto to learn about hosting a conversation about how retrofits can be accelerated and lead to healthier and more efficient buildings.

https://www.eventbrite.ca/e/host-a-conversation-on-retrofitting-toronto-buildings-tickets-1099361011379

 

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Supervised Consumption Sites Save Lives

Mon. Jan. 13, 7:30 pm ET

Trinity St. Paul’s Centre, 427 Bloor Street West, one block west of Spadina

Public meeting in support of supervised consumption sites. Sponsored by former mayors David Crombie and John Sewell

http://www.sitessavelives.ca  

 

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How the LA Wildfires Are Fueled by Climate Change

Tues. Jan. 14, noon ET

Long after the typical end of Southern California's wildfire season, tens of thousands of people have been displaced as strong, dry winds drive devastating wildfires across Los Angeles county. Covering Climate Now will be joined by a panel of experts and journalists for a one-hour press briefing to discuss how climate change is fueling more intense, fast-growing fires and examine climate's fingerprint on the risk factors that led to these blazes.

https://us02web.zoom.us/webinar/register/9317365242046/WN_3BdVHG9KTr6zZB5f10CS9A#/registration

 

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Microplastics Within Us: Are We Becoming Plastic People?

Wed. Jan. 15, 5 pm ET

Microplastics are being found in our food and drinks—including water, beer, fruit, honey, salt, and vegetables—and in Earth’s air, soils, and oceans. Microplastics and plastic chemicals have been found in our bodies too; in our bloodstreams, brains, breast milk, feces, hearts, lungs, penises, placentas, semen, stomachs, testes, uteruses, and veins. What are the implications for the future of humanity? What can we do about the growing danger of microplastics? How can you protect yourself and your loved ones? https://www.plasticpollutioncoalition.org/learn/webinars

 

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Off the Hill: Election year in Canada

Wed. Jan. 15, 7:30 p.m. ET

Join MP Niki Ashton, writer and activist Judy Haiven, economists Jim Stanford and Stuart Trew and rabble’s own parliamentary reporter Karl Nerenberg in conversation.

https://us02web.zoom.us/webinar/register/WN_A98AMwi3TzqKvJHb9qmeYA#/registration  

 

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Toronto’s 2025 Budget and Climate Action Plan – Have your say

Wed. Jan 15, 7 p.m. ET

Learn more about getting climate action in our current Toronto City budget AND how to have input to the TransformTO new Net Zero action plan for 2026 - 2030 that will go to City Council in June. We will also introduce a wards project, for lobbying councillors for more climate action. Hosted by Climatefast.

https://www.eventbrite.ca/e/have-your-say-torontos-climate-plan-tickets-1120090383489

 

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Toronto Budget Townhall with Mayor Chow and Budget Chair Councillor Carrol

Wed. Jan. 15, 7 p.m. ET

This online town hall will be held by Mayor Chow and Budget Chair Councillor Carroll to share information about the 2025 Budget and answer questions. Speak up for climate and environmental action!

Livestreamed: https://video.teleforumonline.com/video/streaming.php?client=17564

 

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Media and Communications 101: How to use the media to push your campaign forward

Wed. Jan. 15, 7 ET

How can organizers make effective use of traditional and social media to drive their work forward? This introductory workshop combines practical skills and tips with hands-on practice in crafting a compelling public narrative for media interviews. Participants will leave with the skills needed to prepare for and generate media coverage, bring campaign messages to new audiences, respond to challenging or adversarial media questions, and leverage the power of social media towards organizing goals.

https://us02web.zoom.us/meeting/register/tZUkdeGgrj0jEt0p9U3efyLio-kF_N8SoDTk#/registration

 

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The Scientists Who Alerted us to the Dangers of Radiation

Canadian book launch and webinar with authors: Dr. Ian Fairlie and Cindy Folkers 

Thur. Jan. 16, noon - 1 p.m. ET

This book reveals that the harmful effects of radiation exposure – especially from the nuclear sector and especially to children – are more pervasive and worse than thought. These have been known for decades but suppressed by politically-motivated censorship and overt disparagement/persecution. Anyone who ever wondered about radiation or its close relative, radioactivity, should read the book and attend this webinar. It’s timely because the feds and several provincial governments are pushing hard for more public exposures to radiation via nuclear power. It explains radiation in easy-to-grasp language which clarifies its dangers and risks. Both authors will present on the webinar.

Register: https://us02web.zoom.us/webinar/register/WN_XxiHwXW4S_evHMrJSzmVlA  

Order the book: https://ethicspress.com/products/the-scientists-who-alerted-us-to-the-dangers-of-radiation  

Webinar co-hosted by: Ontario Clean Air Alliance, Northwatch, and Coalition for Responsible Energy Development in New Brunswick (CRED-NB)

 

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Farming with Conservation In Mind

Thur. Jan. 16, noon - 1 p.m. ET

Farms of all sizes and types can play a crucial role in supporting conservation and biodiversity. Join Angela Straathof of the Ontario Soil and Crop Improvement Association and Brenda Hsueh of Farmers for Climate Solutions for a practical exploration of best management practices (BMPs) that you can implement on your farm to enhance its ecological value. From improving soil health to creating habitats for wildlife, this webinar will provide you with actionable insights to make a positive environmental impact, no matter what kind of farm you operate.

https://form-can.keela.co/oft-webinar-registration-jan-farming-with-conservation-in-mind  

 

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Your Tomorrow - Save Ontario Place

Thur. Jan. 16, 6:45 p.m. ET 

Sat. Jan. 18, 2 p.m. ET

Review Cinema, 400 Roncesvalles, Toronto 

This 2024 film follows the fight to save the waterfront entertainment venue Ontario Place amid redevelopment plans to build a massive spa and indoor waterpark.

https://revuecinema.ca/films/revue-event-your-tomorrow/  

Trailer: https://revuecinema.ca/films/revue-event-your-tomorrow/  

 

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Bridging the Gap: The Generational Divide

Thur. Jan. 16, 1 - 2:15 p.m. ET

In this engaging session, participants will be challenged to explore their own biases and assumptions about different generations, gaining insights into the factors that shape each group’s values and behaviors. This session will provide practical strategies for bridging the generational divide and fostering greater understanding and cooperation among team members.

https://www.tcan.ca/events-list/bridging-the-gap-the-generational-divide  

 

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The Inside Scoop 2025 with The Energy Mix

Thur. Jan. 16, noon - 1 ET

Join supporters, donors, and partners of The Energy Mix for a special online gathering to celebrate your impact on climate solutions news.

https://www.eventbrite.com/e/the-inside-scoop-2025-tickets-1117345042099

 

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No More Noise Toronto Action Alert

Thur. Jan. 16 https://us06web.zoom.us/meeting/register/g3aCcQh_S6mQIfezyl6Hrg

Sat. Jan. 18 https://us06web.zoom.us/meeting/register/iaOlgveDTQqjIrFv3ZzKZA

Have a noise source that disturbs you? Join an NMNT(No More Noise Toronto) task force or working group to make it stop. Let’s harness our talents and energy in an organized way to be efficient and focused in our advocacy. By advocating for reducing noise pollution in an efficient, organized fashion, stressing key issues across multiple channels we will be heard. This is a time to get loud – in a good way.

 

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Have Your Say: Toronto's Climate Plan

Sat. Jan. 18, 10 a.m. - 1 p.m. ET

CSI, 192 Spadina Avenue, Toronto

Join this in-person consultation on Toronto's Climate Strategy for 2026 - 2030; followed by a session on climate & the 2025 City Budget

https://www.eventbrite.ca/e/have-your-say-torontos-climate-plan-tickets-1119855460829   

 

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Mothering Through a Climate Emergency: A Conversation with Author Sarah Marie Wiebe

Sat. Jan. 18, 4 pm – 5:15pm ET

Join us for a conversation and Q&A with author, academic, and mother Sarah Marie Wiebe about her new book, Hot Mess: Mothering Through a Code Red Climate Emergency.

https://www.forourkids.ca/mothering_through_climate_change  

 

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