Why are we talking about coal?
Coal mining and coal-generated power have played an important role in Nova Scotia’s history. But coal is not a fuel of the future. Thermal coal is quickly becoming a stranded asset
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It's Time To Clean Up This Mess
Natural Gas: Friend or Foe?
Just how natural is natural gas? Well, it does exist in nature—so do coal and oil. But so-called natural gas shouldn’t be mistaken for clean
Biomass Is Not Carbon Neutral
Biomass energy (or “bioenergy”) refers to plant or animal matter that is used to produce heat or electricity. Bioenergy can be derived from a variety
Offshore Oil and Gas — Seriously?
So here’s the thing: the pathways to limiting global temperature rise to 1.5°C are quickly closing. If we continue to burn fossil fuels, we will
Hey, Have Ya Heard?
Media Release — Sierra Club Appeals Province’s Decision to Mine Coal until 2030
The recent decision by the Nova Scotia Department of Environment and Climate Change to approve the operation of the Donkin coal mine in Cape Breton
Media Release—Sierra Club Dismayed by UARB Decision
The Nova Scotia Utility and Review Board’s decision regarding Nova Scotia Power Inc.’s General Rate Application is a blow to the utility’s customers and efforts
Media Release — Forest biomass does not burn cleaner than coal
Minister Tory Rushton’s announcement that Nova Scotia Power Inc. will need to burn more forest biomass to increase its renewable electricity quota is evidence that
Media Release — Don’t fall for Nova Scotia Power’s Crocodile Tears
In a recent letter to the Nova Scotia government, Nova Scotia Power Inc.’s CEO Peter Gregg implored government ministers to meet with the company to
A Key Admission—Finally
Atlantic Activist I want to share some surprising news with you: Nova Scotia’s Environment Minister, Tim Halman, has finally acknowledged the Donkin coal mine’s enormous carbon footprint,
Act locally and go after their social license
A conundrum we inevitably encounter when standing up to governments or corporations is that the cards are stacked against us, no matter how just the
Please pause for good news
Highlights• Good news everywhere you look!• Communities are making it happen• No more payday loans, Nova Scotia Power!• Countering disinformation about fossil fuels and renewables•
Here’s how we get to 100% clean renewable energy NOW – WATCH
Dear Friends, There’s no denying it, times are tough, on many fronts. Even if you’re a glass-half-full kind of person, you may be having moments
The Atlantic Chapter of Sierra Club Canada Foundation is based in Kjipuktuk (pronounced Chebooktook), commonly referred to as Halifax.
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