In this edition of EcoNews, we give you the tools to have your say on the province’s next climate action plan; we invite moms, dads and community members to help us get more electric school buses on the road in N.B.; we bring you our Marine Team’s reaction to the latest data showing ever-warming waters in the Gulf of Maine and Bay of Fundy; and we invite you to celebrate World Wetlands Day with a virtual tour of these wonder-filled spaces.

A Critical Time To Speak Up For Climate Action

UN scientists told us in August that what we do over the next 10 years will determine whether we can prevent the most catastrophic effects of climate change, here at home and around the world. Right now, New Brunswickers have an opportunity to help shape what climate action will look like in our province during this crucial period. The province is preparing to write its next five-year climate action plan and is taking public input until Feb. 24. We want to help as many New Brunswickers as possible speak up for more affordable, reliable renewable energy, more energy efficient and comfortable homes, and more sustainable options for getting around. Check out the link below for our toolkit where you’ll find sample submissions on what government can do to make it easier and more affordable for citizens to act on climate change. 

Help Us Get Electric School Buses On The Road In NB!

Calling all NB parents, students and school bus drivers! We’re working with organizations across Canada to get more electric school buses on the roads. As part of this exciting project, we want to hear from parents, students and school bus drivers about the benefits, drawbacks, challenges and opportunities of introducing more EV buses at NB schools. Click the link below to learn more and see how you can participate in our upcoming virtual community roundtables!

Warming Waters Will Bring Big Changes To Bay Of Fundy

The Gulf of Maine Research Institute’s recent seasonal warming update delivered some stark but unsurprising news: the waters of the Gulf of Maine (and our Bay of Fundy) continue to warm, having this fall recorded its hottest water temperature for the season ever on record. Our Marine Conservation Team shines some light on what the warming waters mean for New Brunswick fishers and coastal communities along the Bay of Fundy. 

Giving Some Love To NB Wetlands!

Beaver. Blue heron. Marten. Toad. Every mom and dad in New Brunswick has a story about that magical moment their child saw one of these awe-inspiring creatures in the wild for the first time. This week, we’re celebrating #WorldWetlandsDay (Feb. 2) by inviting New Brunswickers to share some love for the spaces that make these special encounters possible. Join the fun online by sharing your favourite NB wetland pic, and click the link below to take a virtual NB wetlands tour!

We work hard to ensure a strong environmental voice is heard in the New Brunswick print, radio and television media. Here are the latest stories Conservation Council staff have been called upon for expertise, analysis and commentary:

Jan. 31, 2022: Our Executive Director, Lois Corbett, speaks with Brunswick News about efforts NB business owners are taking to use less energy and produce less waste. Read the story

Jan. 26, 2022: Louise Comeau, our Director of Energy and Climate Solutions, speaks to CBC New Brunswick about NB industry leaders embracing renewable energy and emissions-reduction goals during the standing committee hearings on climate action last month. Read the story.  

Jan. 20, 2022: Louise Comeau speaks to CBC Shift NB about her recommendations for NB’s next five-year climate plan, including a call for electricity system reform and deep retrofits in homes and businesses so New Brunswickers use less energy and pay less on their heat and energy bills.  Listen here

Jan. 19, 2022:  Louise Comeau speaks to CBC Info AM Moncton about her recommendations for NB’s next five-year climate plan and other presentations to the standing committee. Listen here

Jan. 18, 2022: CBC New Brunswick coverage of Louise Comeau’s presentation to the standing committee as part of the climate action plan update. Read the story.

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