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Gifts of the Earth: Embracing Abundance, Reciprocity, and Friendship
We have recently lost a number of dear friends and colleagues, which has some of us reflecting on our time here, how we wish to spend it, and the small mark we wish to leave on the world while we have the privilege of being here. As we enter into the holiday season, it is striking us that …
Methane: An Immediate Threat to Climate Security
This past November we delivered the inaugural Critical Climate Change Week, hosted by Ontario Tech University, in collaboration with Common Earth. The theme this year: Methane Awareness. It is surprising …
32 Climate Books To Help Move Us Forward
I believe that our stories shape how we understand who we are and our place in the world. As we grapple with the metacrisis (including the existential crisis) that we currently face, I think the stories we tell will help us to rewrite our understanding of …
Animal Agriculture is an Ecological Disaster
Animal agriculture is a major contributor to environmental degradation, responsible for 58% of food-related emissions while providing only 38% of the world’s protein and 17% of its calories. Beyond methane, the industry’s impact includes deforestation, habitat loss, water pollution, and excessive resource use. With nearly half of the planet’s habitable land used for agriculture, most of it dedicated to livestock, the inefficiency and ecological cost of meat production are becoming increasingly clear. Regenerative agriculture offers a promising alternative, emphasizing sustainable farming practices to restore ecosystems and reduce carbon footprints.
Plant-based diet instrumental in longevity
What do the longest living populations in the world have in common? You’ve guessed it: lots of plants!
10 ways to move towards a plant-based diet.
Moving towards a plant-based diet can for many seem like a daunting task. But some tips and tricks can help ease the transition and best of all, it will have huge upsides not only for the health of our planet but your health as well.
Methane Matters: Why We Need to Focus on More Than Just CO2
We have all heard about climate change and most of us understand that greenhouse gases are responsible.
Sustaining Shared Futures: Insights from ESAC and Common Earth
ESAC, Canada's top environmental scholarly community, collaborates widely. At Congress, we discussed new sustainability narratives.
Addressing Water Crisis in Coastal Bangladesh: Community Initiatives and Challenges
Gabura Union, located within the coastal region of Bangladesh, is a resilient community grappling with an escalating water crisis.
Biomimicry Informed Learning Strategies in the Common Earth Courses
The Biomimicry strand of the Common Earth course is a highlight for many participants.
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