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EcoNews — Power plant pressure, a smarter budget and stories by the river

Kyle Reid — Thu, 26 Feb 2026 14:22:55 +0000

In this edition of EcoNews, check out the recordings from our recent forest webinars, read why serious questions are being raised about N.B. Power’s proposed gas plant and explore our recommendations for a smarter provincial budget that protects households and the environment. We also invite you to join us by the Skutik River for a community gathering, and keep scrolling down for an opportunity to…

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The Tantramar diesel plant is a deal New Brunswick can’t afford

Beverly Gingras — Thu, 26 Feb 2026 12:31:00 +0000

New Brunswickers have been told that they’re facing a simple choice: a new gas and diesel plant in Tantramar, or blackouts. It’s a powerful story that’s meant to shut down debate. It plays on fear, and it’s meant to make this massive, long-term fossil fuel project feel inevitable. But after watching the recent Energy and Utilities Board (EUB) hearings on the plant, it’s clear we are being…

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EcoNews — Forest futures, calls for clean air and stand up to the Sisson Mine

Kyle Reid — Thu, 29 Jan 2026 19:31:46 +0000

In this edition of EcoNews, we share opportunities to learn more about the future of New Brunswick’s forests through our ongoing winter webinar series. You’ll also find ways to get involved in efforts to stop the proposed Sisson Mine, highlights from an amazing clean energy partnership showing what collaboration can achieve and an update on our push to modernize New Brunswick’s outdated Clean Air…

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EcoNews — Looking back on what we’ve accomplished in 2025

Kyle Reid — Tue, 23 Dec 2025 14:48:41 +0000

In this edition of EcoNews, we take a look back at some of our amazing work this year. If you read our newsletter regularly, you know this is just a fraction of what our fantastic team has accomplished. From major wins for accountability and climate responsibility to urgent fights to protect our forests, waters and communities, 2025 was an incredibly busy year for the Conservation Council.

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EcoNews — Pitfalls of the pit mine, bad power plans and bold paths to a better province

Kyle Reid — Tue, 25 Nov 2025 19:37:17 +0000

In this edition of EcoNews, we’re taking a hard look at a mining project being pushed as “nation-building, ”and why New Brunswick deserves better. From the controversial Sisson Mine to the massive gas and diesel plant proposed for the Chignecto Isthmus, we break down what these developments mean for our land, water and communities, and share how our team is pushing for smarter, safer paths forward.

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EcoNews — Triumph in tilt against Tantramar plant, plus public power engagement and herbicide hotspots

Kyle Reid — Thu, 30 Oct 2025 18:02:14 +0000

In this edition of EcoNews, we celebrate our recent win for accountability and climate responsibility as the Energy and Utilities Board (EUB) agrees to review the proposed Tantramar gas and diesel plant. We also share tools to track herbicide spraying, and invite you to speak up for stronger clean water and clean air protections across the province. Additionally, keep scrolling to see what…

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EcoNews — Fossil fuel fights, Fundy fun and fresh air for all

Kyle Reid — Tue, 23 Sep 2025 16:49:46 +0000

In this edition of EcoNews, we’re raising our voices to help build a cleaner, fairer future for New Brunswick and all of Canada. As Ottawa pushes ahead with fast-tracked “nation-building” projects, we’re urging provincial and federal leaders not to repeat the mistakes of the past. Additionally, read on to find out how you can air your concerns with N.B. Power’s plans for a new gas plant in…

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Learning, nature’s way

Kyle Reid — Fri, 19 Sep 2025 13:14:59 +0000

Young people today are inheriting enormous environmental challenges, which is why it’s more important than ever for K-12 students to understand what’s happening and feel empowered to take action.

EcoNews — Fighting fossil foolish plans in Tantramar and sharing our stories to build a better future

Kyle Reid — Thu, 04 Sep 2025 12:42:54 +0000

In this edition of EcoNews, we’re raising our voices to help build a cleaner, fairer future for New Brunswick. As N.B. Power pushes forward with its plan for a massive new gas and diesel plant in Tantramar — and even attempts to sidestep proper review — we’re making sure decision-makers hear loud and clear why this project would set us back on climate, cost New Brunswickers and put our precious…

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EcoNews — Public pushback on ‘patriotic’ projects and problematic power plants

Kyle Reid — Thu, 24 Jul 2025 18:21:43 +0000

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