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David Suzuki: Energy efficiency and technology squeeze the carbon bubble

The carbon bubble will burst with or without government action, according to a new study. That will hurt people who invest in fossil fuels.

David Suzuki: Carbon pricing is an important tool to tackle climate change

One of the world’s best-known climate scientists is discouraged that almost 40 years of study and warnings haven’t convinced humanity to adequately address the climate crisis. But...

David Suzuki: Don’t water down marine protection

Will Canada finally inspire a wave of celebration on World Oceans Day, June 8?

David Suzuki: Mobility pricing relieves congestion, helps people breathe easier

Congestion pricing is a solution that works. But politically, it’s a difficult sell.

David Suzuki: Climate change drives disease-spreading arthropods into new territory

According to an African proverb (and the Dalai Lama): “If you think you’re too small to make a difference, try sleeping in a closed room with a mosquito.” The saying implies that...

David Suzuki: Degree sparks necessary debate

Shortly after completing my PhD in the U.S., I taught in the University of Alberta’s genetics department. It’s also where I started my broadcasting career.

David Suzuki Curbing industry’s methane emissions gives Canada a leading edge

Canada has taken a major step in cleaning up its oil and gas sector. We’re the first country to commit to methane emission regulations for the industry, marking an important shift...

David Suzuki: Cutting through polluted public discourse

“We’re not going to get off fossil fuels overnight!” How many times have you heard that?

David Suzuki: Better vehicle standards drive innovation and benefit citizens

Transportation accounts for about a quarter of Canada’s greenhouse-gas emissions, making it the second-highest source, slightly behind the oil and gas industry. In the U.S., it’s...

David Suzuki: Kinder Morgan pipeline controversy proves need to shift course

On March 31, an underwater pipeline carrying oil to a refinery in Balikpapan, Indonesia, broke, spreading crude over 20,000 hectares of Balikpapan Bay. Some of it ignited, killing...