Environment

Can Canada’s Oil Sands be Developed in an Environmentally Responsible Manner?

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Commercial oil sands development dates back to the 1960′s, but the process continued largely unnoticed by the international community until the early 2000′s when the resources’ proven reserves were widely publicized. Although the government of Alberta had been working to communicate the importance of the oil sands as an energy source and economic driver, the province’s leadership was taken by surprise when the environmental community trained its crosshairs on the large-scale industrial mining operations.

The debate between the environmental community, regulators, industry and stakeholders about the environmental costs versus the economic benefits of oil sands development has evolved over the years and continues today. Keep reading →

Published December 10, 2012 at 12:30 PM

Why People Opt Against Going Green

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Walk down any grocery store aisle or even department store, and you’ll be bombarded with green products. From dish detergent to baby wipes, to organic T-shirts and yoga mats, it seems as if every company is looking to grab a piece of the “green” pie. But not all consumers are buying.
Although the green movement has gained steam over the years, not everyone has gotten on board about reducing their carbon footprint. Green lifestyle expert Danny Seo says the main reason people choose not to buy green products is simple: they’re selfish. This article is a linkout, for more see: http://www.foxbusiness.com/personal-finance/2011/11/04/why-people-opt-against-going-green/?cmpid=partner_aol#ixzz1d33WKxzI

Published November 8, 2011 at 10:00 AM