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Source: CanadianArchitect.com
Sustainable Buildings Canada (SBC) announced the recipients of the 2010 Lifetime and Special Achievement Awards as part of the annual Green Building Festival. SBC honoured four individuals who demonstrated a deep and lasting commitment to the environment and sustainability.
"These four individuals represent the very best in leadership, vision, and action as it relates to environmental sustainability," stated Mike Singleton, Executive Director, SBC.
Each year, SBC... (Read More)
SOURCE: CBC.ca
Canadians seem to be evenly split on the issue of oilsands development in Alberta, according to a new Ipsos Reid poll released to CBC News.
Just over half, 51 per cent, of those surveyed agreed with the statement that "while there are some risks to the environment with this development, the need for energy in Canada outweighs those risks."
Meanwhile, 49 per cent of Canadians agree with the sentiment that "while there is a need for energy in Canada, it does not outweigh the... (Read More)
Urbanisation is the new reality for the world's increasing population, but effective leadership, good governance and integrated solutions will ensure a sustainable way forward.
Andrew Tan Director, Centre for Liveable Cities National Environment Agency
Source: The Business Times
THE world is experiencing unprecedented urban growth, with half the world's inhabitants living in cities. This is projected to increase to 70 per cent by 2050. Over the coming decades, the pace of urbanization will hasten in... (Read More)
