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Monday, May 27, 2024

Waterloo Climate Institute members launch new municipal database to address gaps in combating climate change

PRESS RELEASE - originally posted by Federation of Canadian Municipalities

Municipalities are responsible for over half of Canada's greenhouse gas emissions, making them crucial players in the fight against climate change. But existing gaps in critical climate planning and reporting data can make it challenging to keep the public informed on progress toward net zero by 2050.

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Wednesday, June 12, 2024 1:00 pm - 2:00 pm EDT (GMT -04:00)

Climate Action in Canadian Municipalities

Join the Municipal Net-Zero Action Research Partnership (N-ZAP) for a webinar focused on the open source database and findings of a new report that shares insights from survey data collected from 256 Canadian Municipalities. Find out about the current state of climate action in Canadian municipalities, opportunities for use of the open access database, and the importance of municipal climate data.

* Available in simultaneous translation to French-language

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Friday, April 19, 2024

Water unites us: COP28 launches partnerships to increase water conservation across the globe

Explore Harshina's illuminating blog as she delves into the intricate landscape of global water conservation post-COP28, highlighting discussions on women's rights, indigenous perspectives, and youth activism. Through rigorous analysis, she underscores the pressing need for coordinated action and inclusive policies to protect our planet's vital water resources for future generations.

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Thursday, May 9, 2024 6:00 pm - 8:00 pm EDT (GMT -04:00)

Climate Drinks

Step into a space of meaningful conversations and refreshing mocktails at Climate Drinks! The Waterloo Climate Institute, invites you to unwind and engage in discussions about climate change. Savor free snacks and drinks as you connect with like-minded individuals and explore ways to make a positive impact on our planet. Don't miss this opportunity to mingle, learn, and sip on sustainability!

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Wednesday, May 29, 2024 11:00 am - 1:00 pm EDT (GMT -04:00)

Climate Change Planning, Projects, and Pathways at the City of Waterloo.

Join the City of Waterloo’s Strategic Initiatives division as they outline the City’s integrated approach to reducing greenhouse gas emissions and adapting to climate change. This talk will cover a high-level overview of the City’s strategic plans and positioning in this space, as well as a deeper dive into their recently approved Corporate Climate Action Plan. The end of the presentation will focus on the challenges and opportunities with these actions and discussion on potential areas of research collaboration.