Mystery of the Missing Terns

Terns that have been nesting in the Gulf of Maine for decades have not returned lately. Could this be linked to changes in the ocean, linked to climate change? Watch the CBC video: http://www.cbc.ca/player/ueberproxy.html?ID=2392337216

Fabulous e-resource for conservationalists

While building the blog today, I came across this amazing site called Carnivore Ecology and Conservation. The site contains a comprehensive scientific literature database, information, action plans and more. Worth checking out! Follow this link: Carnivore Ecology and Conservation.

Monarch Butterfly Migration

Have you spotted a monarch butterfly in your area?   Find out more about monarch butterflies and their amazing journey from Mexico to Canada by following this link: Monarch Migration

Last year, many people were amazed to see monarchs in Edmonton. Will they return again this year?

Take the poll - Why did the BC government oppose Enbridge's Northern Gateway Pipeline

Motivated by real environmental concern?

CBC News recently announced that the British Columbia government opposes Enbridge's proposed Northern Gateway Pipeline project. CBC is asking readers what they think of the B.C. government's official stand. Is it motivated by real environmental concern, by a desire to generate more revenue from the pipeline project or is it a sign that Enbrdige's job is far from over? Perhaps you think it will make no difference. 

The B.C. government's 5 conditions:

• Environmental review needs to be passed.
• World-leading marine oil spill prevention, response.
• World-leading practices for land oil spill prevention, response.
• First Nations opportunities, treaty rights respected.
• Fair share of the fiscal and economic benefits for B.C.

Follow this Northern Gateway Pipeline link for more information, and then read the CBC story and take the poll!

http://www.cbc.ca/mt_ept/stories/2013/06/01/bc-officially-opposes-enbridge-northern-gateway-pipeline.html

Edmonton's energy transition

Edmonton's sustainable energy plan

The City of Edmonton is exploring options for a sustainable energy supply.  Edmonton's Energy Transition