Greenspiration News & Events: Myths debunked

Mon Sep 11 09:31:57 EDT 2023

10 Climate Change Myths Debunked

Climate misinformation is everywhere. This guide equips you to recognize and refute key myths and know the truth.

https://coveringclimatenow.org/resource/10-climate-change-myths-debunked/ 

Focus on renewables, not nuclear, to fuel Canada’s electric needs 

Relying on nuclear power goes against the evidence. The smart money is on renewables. Solar and wind energy make much more sense.

https://policyoptions.irpp.org/magazines/september-2023/renewables-not-nuclear-electric-canada/ 

Worldwide forests are on fire. Meanwhile in Ontario, more nuclear power and gas plants are not the solution to climate change

This 13 min. video podcast by Sid Ryan, past prez of the Ontario Federation of Labour, spells it out. 

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

Climate activists pivot to targeting the ultra-wealthy

Climate activists continue to target corporations, including Canada's biggest banks, during protests. But increasingly, they are setting their sights on the one per cent. From private jets to super yachts, research shows that the ultra wealthy have an outsized environmental impact.

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=g_qZ3FP5C7c 

Another new brilliant Honest Gov't Ad 

by JuiceMedia. This one focusses on pipelines, Wet’Suwet’En, the RCMP and more. 4 min. video

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=u7s-BgfcFXw 

The Trolley

Witness two centuries of explosive change—from the trolley’s humble birth to near obliteration in the automobile age to its 21st century renaissance. 46 min. doc featuring Toronto's trolleys.

https://tubitv.com/movies/711249/the-trolley 

Future Crunch

Every week, we publish good news from around the world, and send it to over 50,000 subscribers from 180 countries. This is a regularly updated list of all those stories in one place.

https://futurecrunch.com/goodnews/ 

Canadians Could Save Billions on Energy Bills by Swapping Out Air Conditioners for Heat Pumps

On top of racking up big savings, a new report finds that Canadian households could dramatically reduce climate pollution from home heating with heat pumps. 

https://www.theenergymix.com/2023/08/28/canadians-could-save-10-4b-cut-climate-pollution-by-replacing-central-air-with-heat-pumps/ 

Radioactive Tritium in the Ocean as Japan Releases ‘Treated’ Water from Fukushima

Tritium is a carcinogen, mutagen and teratogen. A river, lake or ocean should not be treated as a radioactive sewer.

https://www.theenergymix.com/2023/08/30/radioactive-tritium-in-the-ocean-as-japan-releases-treated-water-from-fukushima/ 

Alberta Beyond Fossil Fuels

The fossil fuel era is ending. A new Alberta lies ahead. Join us as we explore the future of our province.

https://mailchi.mp/albertabeyondfossilfuels.ca/producing-fossil-fuels-is-a-choice-we-can-make-other-choices 

Canada Needs a Youth Climate Corps, and More

The millions preparing to march globally are demanding real action from leaders.

https://thetyee.ca/Opinion/2023/08/31/Canada-Youth-Climate-Corps/ 

Radiation Basics 

A five week online course September 7 -- October 5, Thursdays noon ET. You get pre-recorded presentations, and weekly zoom mtngs. 

https://www.genderandradiation.org/classes 

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The Peaceful Atom is a Bomb

Mon. Sept. 11, 1 – 5 p.m. ET – I’m presenting at 1:30 p.m.

On the 12th anniversary of the Fukushima nuclear triple meltdown, watch this US based teach-in taking place in Kalamazoo, Michigan addressing the dire risks of nuclear weapons, nuclear power and nuclear waste. Lots of speakers including Dr. Gordon Edwards. I’ll be presenting on Canadian Nukes in the Great Lakes at 1:30 - p.m. ET. Register to get the zoom link.

https://us02web.zoom.us/meeting/register/tZYqfuqhrDosGtEtXNPKBtBxjJVC9J8d8ozZ#/registration

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Climate Action Dialogues: Building Momentum for a Fossil Fuel Non-Proliferation Treaty

Tues. Sept. 12, 7 pm ET

The Fossil Fuel Non-Proliferation Treaty Initiative is a global effort to foster international cooperation to accelerate a transition to clean energy for everyone, end the expansion of coal, oil and gas, and equitably phase out existing production in keeping with what science shows is needed to address the climate crisis. Join us to hear from organizations that have endorsed the treaty and discuss why and how faith communities can support this critical effort.

https://secure.kairoscanada.org/civicrm/event/info

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Uniting for a Sustainable Future - a public forum on the Greenbelt

Tues. Sept. 12, 7 p.m. ET

Grace United Church, 350 Grove Street East, Barrie ON

The Auditor General's report has made clear what we all knew: this government has no problem carving up and selling our Greenbelt to the highest bidder and pretending to solve the housing crisis by wanting to build huge houses where they aren't needed. What matters now is how we as a public choose to respond to this corruption. In this forum we will be coming together as a coalition of citizens and community groups to share ideas and coordinate how we will take action to protect our natural spaces and ensure real solutions to the housing challenges facing us.

https://www.eventbrite.com/e/uniting-for-a-sustainable-future-public-forum-on-the-greenbelt-tickets-699659128287 

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Will the USA and Canada Accept Guatemala's Return to Democracy?

Tues. Sept. 12, 7 p.m. ET

Quaker House, 60 Lowther Ave, Toronto

Presentation and Discussion with Graham Russell, Rights Action

More info: info at rightaction.org or www.rightsaction.org 

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Suicide Prevention: Tools to Save a Life

Tues. Sept. 12, 2 - 3 p.m. ET

In this presentation, suicidologist Dr. Lisa Firestone will draw from the most up-to-date research on suicide prevention and share current best practices to help save a life. This FREE webinar will:

- Discuss warning signs for suicide

- Outline steps you can take to help someone considering suicide

- Give you language to talk about suicide

- Provide resources that can help save a life

https://www.psychalive.org/pl_resources/suicide-prevention-tools-to-save-a-life/ 

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System Change: An ecosocialist discussion on environmental crisis

Tues. Sept. 12, 7 p.m. ET

CSI Spadina, 192 Spadina, 2nd floor

Or watch online

Many in the environmental and climate justice movements are turning away from initiatives based on assumed economic growth and increased profits, and toward a reorganization of the economy able to adequately address the crisis in ways the status quo cannot. The evening will feature a fantastic panel of organizers active in both the labour and climate justice movements.

https://www.tickettailor.com/events/theleopanitchschoolforsocialisteducation/993837

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Feminist City 4.0: Cities & Migration

Wed. Sept. 13, 5 - 6 p.m. ET

St. George Street, U of Toronto

Join the School of Cities and the Institute for Gender and the Economy (GATE) for this event where we explore the redesign of urban environments and institutions to foster inclusivity and dismantle gender inequality.

https://schoolofcities.utoronto.ca/event/feminist-city-4-0-cities-migration/ 

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Strike! Global Climate Strike 

In cities across Canada and the world

On September 15 to 17, millions of people around the world will take to the streets to demand a rapid, just, and equitable end to fossil fuels. The climate crisis is escalating and in response so is the global movement for climate justice. Across the globe, we are coming together to fight back against the fossil fuel industry and its enablers. Together, we are unstoppable as we build and imagine a fossil fuel-free world. #EndFossilFuels -- fast, fair and forever. See map of events here.

https://fightfossilfuels.net/ 

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Global March to End Fossil Fuels - Toronto

Sat. Sept. 16, 11 a.m. ET Rally, march at noon

Queen's Park (Avenue and College)

After a summer of heatwaves, wildfires, floods, and extreme weather, it is clear that the fossil fuel driven climate crisis is accelerating, but so does the movement for climate justice. This march on September 16 is part of a globally-coordinated action to demand that governments end fossil fuels - fast, fair, and forever. The Toronto march is being organized by a coalition of climate & social justice organizations in Toronto. #EndFossilFuels #FastFairForever #ClimateMarchTO

https://fb.me/e/6jZwqTYFZ 

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Migrant Justice Day of Action Across Canada - Regularize Everyone - Now is the Time

Sun. Sept. 17

In cities across Canada.

In Toronto, meet at Yonge and Bloor, 2 p.m. ET

Combatting climate change and ending the affordability crisis also requires regularizing all undocumented people. Achieving justice and equality for all requires permanent resident status for all. Right now, anti-immigrant sentiment is rising. This time, migrants are being blamed for increasing housing prices. We must take to the streets and refuse to be divided. On Sept. 17, 2023, the day before Parliament returns, let’s unite in massive cross-country actions.

https://migrantrights.ca/events/sep17/ 

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Powering Ontario's Growth - Ford's Energy Disaster

Wed. Sept. 20, 7 p.m. ET

Doug Ford's electricity plan locks Ontario into a costly and climate wrecking energy future. Out of step with much of the world, the Ontario government has rejected renewable energy while committing to more fossil gas, dirty hydrogen and costly nuclear. Learn more with Ralph Torrie, Director of Research for Corporate Knights

https://us02web.zoom.us/meeting/register/tZErcuGpqz4oH9bPVUsVI9ATCVbmXFAjRRgh#/registration

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https://www.democracynow.org/ 

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