The Centre for Civic Governance hosted Through the Green Glass: Climate Change Symposium for Education Leaders on January 24, 2008. Click here to view videos of the keynote speeches from the Symposium – Severn Cullis-Suzuki and Dr. John Fyfe.
Month: February 2008
Global Climate Change & Children’s Health
What are the anticipated health effects of climate change on children’s health? According to a recent policy statement put out by the American Academy of Pediatrics, children are likely to suffer disproportionately from environmental hazards as a result of climatic changes. Possible health consequences include: climate-sensitive infectious diseases, increases in air pollution and heat-related illnesses, and increased vulnerability from natural disasters. The policy statement includes mitigation and adaptation strategies and recommendations to pediatricians and government. Click here to read the policy statement.
New CEA Funding Guide
The Community Energy Association has just released its 2008 funding guide. Funding Your Community Energy Initiatives is a guide to funding and resources for local governments.