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YYC Mayor's Environmental Expo 2024: Electric Vehicles

What do you think about electric vehicles? Calgary students share their thoughts! Created by: Anonymous Students Calgary, AB

YYC Mayor's Environmental Expo 2024: Good Cars

What makes a "good car"? Calgary students share their thoughts! Created by: Anonymous Students Calgary, AB

YYC Mayor's Environmental Expo 2024: Student Opinions

What makes a car "good"? Calgary students share their thoughts! Created by: Anonymous Students Calgary, AB

YYC Mayor's Environmental Expo 2024: A "Good" Car

What makes a car "good"? Calgary students share their thoughts! Created by: Anonymous Students Calgary, AB

YYC Mayor's Environmental Expo 2024: Cars of the Future

Cars of the Future Calgary students share their thoughts! Created by: Anonymous Students Calgary, AB

YYC Mayor's Environmental Expo 2024: Futuristic Cars

Futuristic Cars Calgary students share their thoughts! Created by: Anonymous Students Calgary, AB

Who Lives Under The Sea?

1. "We are all connected to the ocean so we all have to keep it clean." 2. "Stop plastic pollution." 3. "Ocean plastics hurt plants and animals." Created by: Grade 4 Students at St. Kateri Catholic School CGE World Oceans Day

Blobfish

1. "We are all connected to the ocean so we all have to keep it clean." 2. "Stop plastic pollution." 3. "Ocean plastics hurt plants and animals." Created by: Grade 4 Students at St. Kateri Catholic School CGE World Oceans Day

Swimming Axolotl

1. "We are all connected to the ocean so we all have to keep it clean." 2. "Stop plastic pollution." 3. "Ocean plastics hurt plants and animals." Created by: Grade 4 Students at St. Kateri Catholic School CGE World Oceans Day

Ocean Helper

1. "We are all connected to the ocean so we all have to keep it clean." 2. "Stop plastic pollution." 3. "Ocean plastics hurt plants and animals." Created by: Grade 4 Students at St. Kateri Catholic School CGE World Oceans Day

Marine Critters

1. "We are all connected to the ocean so we all have to keep it clean." 2. "Stop plastic pollution." 3. "Ocean plastics hurt plants and animals." Created by: Grade 4 Students at St. Kateri Catholic School CGE World Oceans Day

Ocean Ecosystem

1. "We are all connected to the ocean so we all have to keep it clean." 2. "Stop plastic pollution." 3. "Ocean plastics hurt plants and animals." Created by: Grade 4 Students at St. Kateri Catholic School CGE World Oceans Day

Electric Sea

1. "We are all connected to the ocean so we all have to keep it clean." 2. "Stop plastic pollution." 3. "Ocean plastics hurt plants and animals." Created by: Grade 4 Students at St. Kateri Catholic School CGE World Oceans Day

Deep Sea Exploring

1. "We are all connected to the ocean so we all have to keep it clean." 2. "Stop plastic pollution." 3. "Ocean plastics hurt plants and animals." Created by: Grade 4 Students at St. Kateri Catholic School CGE World Oceans Day

Tropical Sea Life

1. "We are all connected to the ocean so we all have to keep it clean." 2. "Stop plastic pollution." 3. "Ocean plastics hurt plants and animals." Created by: Grade 4 Students at St. Kateri Catholic School CGE World Oceans Day

Marine Creatures

1. "We are all connected to the ocean so we all have to keep it clean." 2. "Stop plastic pollution." 3. "Ocean plastics hurt plants and animals." Created by: Grade 4 Students at St. Kateri Catholic School CGE World Oceans Day

A Giant Jellyfish

1. "We are all connected to the ocean so we all have to keep it clean." 2. "Stop plastic pollution." 3. "Ocean plastics hurt plants and animals." Created by: Grade 4 Students at St. Kateri Catholic School CGE World Oceans Day

Orange Shark

1. "We are all connected to the ocean so we all have to keep it clean." 2. "Stop plastic pollution." 3. "Ocean plastics hurt plants and animals." Created by: Grade 4 Students at St. Kateri Catholic School CGE World Oceans Day

Marine Robot

1. "We are all connected to the ocean so we all have to keep it clean." 2. "Stop plastic pollution." 3. "Ocean plastics hurt plants and animals." Created by: Grade 4 Students at St. Kateri Catholic School CGE World Oceans Day

Axolotls

1. "We are all connected to the ocean so we all have to keep it clean." 2. "Stop plastic pollution." 3. "Ocean plastics hurt plants and animals." Created by: Grade 4 Students at St. Kateri Catholic School CGE World Oceans Day

Fish For All

1. "We are all connected to the ocean so we all have to keep it clean." 2. "Stop plastic pollution." 3. "Ocean plastics hurt plants and animals." Created by: Grade 4 Students at St. Kateri Catholic School CGE World Oceans Day

Ocean Clean Up Boat

1. "We are all connected to the ocean so we all have to keep it clean." 2. "Stop plastic pollution." 3. "Ocean plastics hurt plants and animals." Created by: Grade 4 Students at St. Kateri Catholic School CGE World Oceans Day

Younna's Inventions

1. "We are all connected to the ocean so we all have to keep it clean." 2. "Stop plastic pollution." 3. "Ocean plastics hurt plants and animals." Created by: Younna CGE World Oceans Day

Whale Study

1. "We are all connected to the ocean so we all have to keep it clean." 2. "Stop plastic pollution." 3. "Ocean plastics hurt plants and animals." Created by: Grade 4 Students at St. Kateri Catholic School CGE World Oceans Day

Turtle Friend

Created by: Anonymous Student CGE World Oceans Day

Ocean Investigation

1. "We are all connected to the ocean so we all have to keep it clean." 2. "Stop plastic pollution." 3. "Ocean plastics hurt plants and animals." Created by: Grade 4 Students at St. Kateri Catholic School CGE World Oceans Day

A Place to Fish

1. "We are all connected to the ocean so we all have to keep it clean." 2. "Stop plastic pollution." 3. "Ocean plastics hurt plants and animals." Created by: Grade 4 Students at St. Kateri Catholic School CGE World Oceans Day

Calgary Mayor's Environment Expo 2024

What makes a car "good"? Calgary students share their thoughts! Created by: Anonymous Students Calgary, AB

Save our Planet

Save our Planet Our Earth is important. After all we live on it. Every cherished moment is valuable. We can't afford to lose our planet. Created by: Darshi Vaughan, Ontario

World Water Day 2024

World Water Day 2024 Check out the eCards made for the World Water Day Event hosted by CGE and ACGC with guest speaker Gazi Nouman! Listen in to the conversation from the beginning, or jump to eCard sharing at 32:00. Link to video: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=t8b_82gNkJ8 Created by: Elementary Students CGE World Water Day Event (Ages 5-9) March 22, 2024

Citizens

Citizens Canadian students demand that government policies regarding climate change reflect the global and domestic inequities among citizens. Created by: Anonymous Student #DECARBONIZE Global Child Climate Program https://decarbonize.me/

Opportunities

Opportunities Canadian students demand the government's support of opportunities regarding climate opportunities and experiences. Created by: Anonymous Student #DECARBONIZE Global Child Climate Program https://decarbonize.me/

Face Your Fears

Face Your Fears we're killing the Earth and that's really fun no one believes us because we are young Canadian students demand that Indigenous groups be included and focused on in the ongoing dialogue about climate change. Created by: Anonymous Student #DECARBONIZE Global Child Climate Program https://decarbonize.me/

Nothing Exists Alone

Nothing Exists Alone "In nature nothing exists alone." - Rachel Carson Canadian students demand that provincial governments and educators review and add to the current climate change and environmental conservation curriculum to encourage awareness and limit ignorance about the future of our education. Created by: Anne W. #DECARBONIZE Global Child Climate Program https://decarbonize.me/

Save The Earth

Save The Earth Canadian students demand action remediation and adaptation funding to help address the long lasting impacts of climate consequences to our communities (such as forest fires, floods, loss of biodiversity, and air/ water pollution) which are heavily impacting people's overall health and wellbeing. Created by: Anonymous Student #DECARBONIZE Global Child Climate Program https://decarbonize.me/

#DECARBONIZE

#DECARBONIZE Canadian students demand climate change discussions that prioritize the inclusion of child and youth voices and perspectives. Created by: Anonymous Student #DECARBONIZE Global Child Climate Program https://decarbonize.me/

Jasper National Park 2084

Jasper National Park 2084 Canadian students demand the climate crisis should be an immediate priority for the government to take action upon. Created by: Brooke #DECARBONIZE Global Child Climate Program https://decarbonize.me/

Protect Endangered Animals

Protect Endangered Animals Canadian students demand that natural land protection be at the forefront of new climate policy. Created by: Anonymous Student #DECARBONIZE Global Child Climate Program https://decarbonize.me/

Squeeze

Squeeze Canadian students demand that the government makes polluters pay, using corporate taxes and government subsidies to increase the affordability of sustainable products. Created by: Sara #DECARBONIZE Global Child Climate Program https://decarbonize.me/

A Clean-Up

No To Pollution Created by: Anonymous Elementary Student CGE Earth Day Event (Ages 5-9)

No To Pollution

No To Pollution Make your own food. Keep the earth clean. No to smoking. Grow your own food. No to pollution. Care for the earth. Love the earth. Created by: Anonymous Elementary Student CGE Earth Day Event (Ages 5-9)

Forest Caretakers

Forest Caretakers Created by: Anonymous Elementary Student CGE Earth Day Event (Ages 5-9)

Planting Flowers

Planting Flowers Created by: Anonymous Elementary Student CGE Earth Day Event (Ages 5-9)

Love

Love Created by: Anonymous Elementary Student CGE Earth Day Event (Ages 5-9)

Nature's Gift

Nature's Gift Created by: Anonymous Elementary Student CGE Earth Day Event (Ages 5-9)

Growing

Growing Created by: Anonymous Elementary Student CGE Earth Day Event (Ages 5-9)

Blue Skies

Blue Skies Created by: Anonymous Elementary Student CGE Earth Day Event (Ages 5-9)

Outdoor Music

Outdoor Music Created by: Anonymous Elementary Student CGE Earth Day Event (Ages 5-9)

Littering

Littering The world is not a garbage can. But the garbage can is! Help the Earth! Created by: Anonymous Elementary Student CGE Earth Day Event (Ages 5-9)

Good vs Bad

Good vs. Bad Created by: Anonymous Elementary Student CGE Earth Day Event (Ages 5-9)

Our Future Is In Our Hands

Our Future Is In Our Hands Make the Earth look clean like this! Created by: Anonymous Elementary Student CGE Earth Day Event (Ages 5-9)

Help Keep Canada Clean

Help Keep Canada Clean Earth Day is important to be because when I was young. I came from Africa, a dangerous place - the city I lived was so polluted. When I came to Canada I was amazed. It was not polluted. AND I want to keep it that way! Created by: Anonymous Elementary Student CGE Earth Day Event (Ages 5-9)

Lost in the Garden

Lost in the Garden Dear government leaders, I am writing to emphasize the critical importance of implementing a comprehensive school food security program. As stewards of our nation's future, we bear the responsibility of ensuring that every child has access to nutritious meals, regardless of their socioeconomic background. A school food security program not only addresses immediate hunger concerns but also lays the foundation for lifelong health and academic success. By providing consistent access to wholesome meals, we empower students to concentrate on their studies, foster their physical and cognitive development, and cultivate healthy eating habits that extend into adulthood. Moreover, such a program contributes to a more equitable society, mitigating the detrimental effects of food insecurity on vulnerable communities. Therefore, I urge your support in prioritizing and funding initiatives that establish and sustain robust school food security measures, thereby enriching the lives and futures of our nation's youth. Canadian students demand for their communities to have access to clean, nutritious, and affordable food, and believe that the effects of climate change have a large impact on Canadian food security. Created by: Broc Writers Retreat (Alberta) #DECARBONIZE Global Child Climate Program https://decarbonize.me/

Maggot Sausages? - A Critique of Our Relationship with the Climate

Maggot Sausages? - A Critique of Our Relationship with the Climate Humans were one with nature before - we had trees as our staff, swans as friends, and eagles for our wings. However, our bottomless desire has caused us to be separated from nature. We've lost our eyes. Now it's just one blind man to the other, telling them to eat maggot sausages to save the earth. Created by: Jasmine Edmonton, AB

Wildfire

Wildfire I have been inspired to draw this since wildfires are an ongoing issue because there has been an increased amount of drought. Created by: Maia Alberta

Climate Action Decarbonize

Climate Action Decarbonize Canadian students demand that members of the public need more access to climate education to assist the growth of climate actions. Created by: Bri Edmonton, AB #DECARBONIZE Global Child Climate Program https://decarbonize.me/

Climate Change

Climate Change More Trees Pleas-e Created by: Patricia Durham Region

Protecting Our Planet

Protecting Our Planet We need to do our part to save the planet. It does not matter how old you are, you can make a difference. Created by: James EDMONTON

Be Part of the Solution

Be Part of the Solution Be part of the solution, not the pollution. Put trash in its place. Created by: John, Sam, Rhainer EDMONTON

Global Warming

Global Warming "The greatest threat to our planet is the belief that someone else will save it." Robert Swan Created by: Sam EDMONTON

COP28: The Cradle of life

The Cradle of life The ocean is where life began and were it most of it is and we need to protect it as all cost, we need to save the animals that cannot save themselves from the climate disaster that we created Created by: JS

COP28: climate change is real

climate change is real this ecard reflects the importance of climate education and how it is important to act now. Created by: Amparo

COP28: Look around

Look around We are distracted and can’t see the grave danger that lies ahead. Created by: Momin W.

COP28: Vehicle Pollution

Vehicle Pollution Stop vehicle pollution because it is killing the environment and people Created by: LB

COP28: Two Futures

Two Futures We have two futures but only one chance. There is only one Earth. Let’s take care of it. Created by: Bridie M.

COP28: We Are Green

We are green Created by: ARAG

COP28: Make A Change

COP28: Make A Change Climate Change is our reality. We can make a difference. Do you want to see the world go up in smoke? Our voices have an impact and deserve to be heard. Our futures deserve a chance. Created by: Bridie M.

COP28: Our Earth is Angry

Our Earth is Angry Mother Earth has no choice but to fight back at the way she has been abused. She is angry. She is fierce. We must earn her love and trust back...together. Created by: Kristi

COP28: Save Our Futures

Save Our Futures We only have one Earth. This is our home. We need to take care of it. Reality is scary, but our voices and our hope for a better future will save us from what could be. We will make a difference. Created by: Bridie M.

COP28: Best way to help the climate crisis!

Best way to help the climate crisis! Using transport other than cars can help fix the climate crisis by emitting less carbon into our atmosphere. Biking is a great way to stay active and save our planet! Created by: Erin

COP28: There’s not planet B

There’s not planet B There’s not planet b Created by: Thomas

COP28: First Fire

First Fire Stop climate change and save some trees from burning. Beware about climate change, help trees, prevent wild fires Created by: William

COP28: Burning

This earth is burning on fire like me Created by: Sophie M.

COP28: We are the ones to stop climate change

COP28: We are the ones to stop climate change The resilient people of the Caribbean hold the power to combat climate change in their region. Through community-driven initiatives, sustainable practices, and raising awareness, they can protect their islands from environmental threats. Empowered communities are the force needed to create lasting positive change and preserve the Caribbean's natural beauty. Created by: J.S.

COP28: Renewable Energy Sources in Egypt

Renewable Energy Sources in Egypt Dear Minister, The Earth is getting worse day by day due to our decisions, and one thing to think about is energy. Producing energy from natural resources like sunlight and wind would be much more sustainable than burning fossil fuels, as they cause air pollution. Please do consider implementing more renewable energy sources. Best regards, Created by: Judy A.

COP28: Local Student's Concern about Lack of Climate Education

Local Student's Concern about Lack of Climate Education There's a serious lack of education when it comes to climate change. The youth of today are the future, and so education is really important because we need to be educated on what's going on today and what's going to happen if we do nothing about it. Because it's our job to fix it before it's too late. Created by: Sara

COP28: Student Concern：Environmental education

Student Concern: Environmental education Adolescents have few and clear ideas about the current problems facing the environment. When it comes to environmental issues, they even think it is boring. I think we can find an interesting way for them to form the awareness of protecting the environment and integrate it into their lives. Best Wishes Created by: Shunshun Y.

COP28: We Are The Future

We Are The Future We are the future of this world and without the ability to make that change we need to the future will be doomed. If the future generations are led blindly to their doom they will never escape the labyrinth of their demise. The hubris of our leaders will lead us to an inevitable fate. We have flown too close to the sun and without the wings of our youth we will never be able to fly again. There is no water to break our fall and no safe return to the cliff from which we took flight. The kids of today will one day lead and their voices must be hear because they are smart, they are strong and they are our future. And without them, there is nothing. We Are. Created by: Benjamin S

COP28: Learning and teaching about the environment

Learning and teaching about the environment It is very important that in schools, for example, children are taught about the consequences that could happen in the future if our world is not well looked after. In these teachings, children must also be shown how to avoid climate threats and guarantee a future for this generation. At my school in Brazil (Colégio Magno) we have a lot of sustainable education, which aims to introduce various sustainable practices into our school environment, as well as showing students the importance of this at all times. Created by: Beatriz

COP28: There is no second earth

We as a society have to realise that there is no second chance and that there is a point from where there is no return. And that point is closer than we could imagine, soon we may never be able to return to the way we were and our planet will be doomed forever. Only by educating and listening to the youth can this future be prevented. Created by: Kentaro S.

COP28: stop and talk

stop and talk In Australia many of our population have been afraid of talking about climate change or out right ignoring concerns. For example in The Australian bush fires, Our Prime Minster at the time fled to Hawaii for a holiday while the east coast of Australia was in flames. Australia's hesitancy to do anything about climate change has shown due to them not following the Paris accords so far. Not investing in climate education, and many more. Can you show us what you're doing? We want you to show us or tell us something. Created by: Sam

COP28: 1 chance

1 chance Take action now Created by: Thomas

COP28: Destroyed

Destroyed This is an image made by AI but its a reality that is happening. We need to act now, our animals are paying the consequences Created by: Maya P.

COP28: Our Planet, Our Earth

Our Planet, Our Earth We only have one planet, and it is up to us to take care of it. All of the children in this generation, and those of future generations deserve to live in the same conditions as our parents once did, without fear of what will happen in the future if we don't take care of our planet Earth. We deserve to wake up and not fear tomorrow. Created by: BM

COP28: My climate

My climate I am part of Decarbonize and I would like to make a difference by having done this [attend COP28]. Created by: Andriambololona

COP28: Unity

Unity Unity through all diverse situations will help us conquer our goal and take climate action as one and protect our future generation from the harmful effect of climate change. Created by: Ashritha.R.P

COP28: Sustainability

Sustainability My message is to be a part of the solution and that it depends on us know to make a difference, the world is in our hands. Created by: LB *editor's note: Text & Image changed for spelling ("apart" to "a part")

COP28: "Cool with the carpool"

"Cool with the carpool" By sharing rides with others, we can reduce traffic congestion, lower carbon emissions and save money on fuel. Let's spread the word and encourage more people to carpool! Created by: Akvile *editor's note: image edited to remove license plate

COP28: A tale of important events

A tale of important events It is important to learn and be really conscious about the impact of your individual actions. Being environmentally conscious and a climate issues learner is the first and primary step to make huge and necessary things, decisions and actions. Created by: Valeria

COP28: No to Plastic, Save the Ocean

No to Plastic, Save the Ocean We are the future of the world, making huge differences that only youth can think of, simple things make big changes if we really mean them. Created by: Raia L.

COP28: Sustainable Education

Sustainable Education This image is a representation of the future. Schools should be sustainable, where there is education about the environment, as well as solar energy and a sustainable vegetable garden. If this were achieved, the benefits to the planet would be indescribable. Today, my school already has these actions in place, with minimal environmental impact, and we also have a compost bin that makes it impossible to waste food; even with these activities, our school is constantly looking for projects involving students, increasing their engagement. Created by: Otavio P.

COP28: Green Forest

Green Forest let’s live with the green forest!💚 Created by: Audrey

COP28: Dystopia

Dystopia Dystopia. Our future for us youth is a dystopia. It's almost scary how much uncertainty we have for the future. No hope. The adults of now don't care, because by the time the earth is no longer earth, they'll be gone. Give us some hope. Something. Anything. Created by: Nami D

COP28: Forest

Forest This place is called "FOREST" it is located along Kaduna - Jos road in Nigeria Created by: George I. K.

COP28: Sea Monster

Sea Monster My artwork seemed from a project at a Decarbonize conference, where we were asked to decorate our shirts like enviromental protest signs. My shirt is meant to spread awareness about the pollutants destroying our beautiful oceans. In mythology, monsters are always serpents or krakens, but the real monster is the plastic trash that is contaminating our sea life and aquatic ecosystems. My art was based off sextions of a very similar set of ads depicting sea life and garbage with the same title of Sea Monster. I borrowed the tentacles design, for the back from one of the ads by SivAKUMAR S @SiVADiGiTALART. Created by: Amelia G

COP28: Abyssimal...

Abyssimal... As humankind strips Mother Earth of its resources, little does it realise that it is being engulfed in an abyss of its own making… Created by: Rishita V.

COP28: The Earth's Dream

The Earth's Dream The Earth is saddened by the way She is treated by the people. Her dream is to be beautiful and free again... Created by: Elżbieta H

COP28: #Decarbonize Global Child Climate Manifesto

#Decarbonize Global Child Climate Manifesto The #Decarbonize Global Child Climate Manifesto is a call for action to climate stakeholders around the world. - Co-authored annually by #Decarbonize children - Amplifies the lived experiences and voices of young people impacted by climate change - Gives children a platform to ensure that solutions and approaches are shaped by their knowledge and experiences - Provides clear steps forward in the pursuit of climate education and action - The #Decarbonize Manifesto ensures the involvement and empowerment of young people in the climate process. English Version: https://drive.google.com/file/d/1LS2nJOREz5tjUKBJ_QCbYORknw7GIcjk/view?usp=sharing Created by: #DECARBONIZE

Which Choice?

Which Choice? 48% of the world's population experienced at least 30 days of extreme heat this summer. Between 2030 and 2050, climate change will cause an additional 250,000 deaths per year. Almost 5 million hectares were burned in Canada in 2023 due to forest fires (Editor's note: this was by early June, 2023. Over 18 million hectares burned in Canada in 2023 due to forest fires.) By 2050, there will be more plastic than fish in the ocean. Solar panels are becoming cheaper and more accessible! Addressing global warming could help lessen the harms to the ecosystem! "We are the first generation to feel the impact of climate change and the last generation that can do something about it." - Barack Obama Created by: Nami D. and Miriam P. Canmore #DECARBONIZE 2023 Scientific American: Title: Half the World's Population Faced Extreme Heat for at Least 30 Days This Summer URL: https://www.scientificamerican.com/article/half-the-worlds-population-faced-extreme-heat-for-at-least-30-days-this-summer/#:~:text=The%20organization World Health Organization (WHO): Title: Climate change and health URL: https://www.who.int/news-room/fact-sheets/detail/climate-change-and-health#:~:text=Between%202030%20and%202050%2C%20climate,diarrhoea%20and%20heat%20stress%20alone. CBC News: Title: Wildfire season 2023: An overview URL: https://www.cbc.ca/news/climate/wildfire-season-2023-wrap-1.6999005 The Conversation: Title: Canada wildfires: An area larger than the Netherlands has been burned so far this year - here's what is causing them URL: https://theconversation.com/canada-wildfires-an-area-larger-than-the-netherlands-has-been-burned-so-far-this-year-heres-what-is-causing-them-207577 World Wildlife Fund (WWF): Title: Will there be more plastic than fish in the sea? URL: https://www.wwf.org.uk/myfootprint/challenges/will-there-be-more-plastic-fish-sea Obama White House Archives: Title: Remarks by the President at the UN Climate Change Summit URL: https://obamawhitehouse.archives.gov/the-press-office/2014/09/23/remarks-president-un-climate-change-summit

Be the Change

Be the Change Created by: Scott Canmore #DECARBONIZE 2023

Be Energy Efficient

Be Energy Efficient Created by: Jared Canmore #DECARBONIZE 2023

Clean up your trash

Clean up your trash Clean up your trash Created by: Trayce and Ron Canmore #DECARBONIZE 2023

Stop Paying 4 Exploitation

Stop Paying 4 Exploitation Oil companies in Alberta continue to make mass profits ($38.3 billion) while executing mass layoffs & receiving money through tax breaks. Created by: Arianna B School: Canmore #DECARBONIZE 2023 Gray-Donald, D. (2023, February 3). Big Oil is Posting Colossal 2022 Profits. Environmental Defence Canada. https://environmentaldefence.ca/2023/02/03/big-oil-is-posting-colossal-2022-profits/

Alert: New Message

Alert: New Message To: @ City of Edmonton . ca Subject: We think that the City of Edmonton should be more aware of where our waste is going. It has come to our attention that many citizens are not using their compost bins properly, or not at all. We believe that this could be a result of citizens simply not understanding the importance of composting. This is why we are writing to ask that the city implements programs to help raise awareness. Organizing our waste is very important and if everyone in the city actually did what was asked we could make a big difference. Photo Description: Our photo represents how waste often converges into one big pile, even when compost, recycling, and garbage should be separate. At the top of the tree, the different types of all waste aren't together, which shows how many citizens in Edmonton do not separate their waste. Created by: Favour A., Rawan A., Sarah E., Taylor N. Canmore #DECARBONIZE 2023

Affecting Wildlife

Affecting Wildlife We always talk about how climate change affects humans, but what about our wildlife? Created by: Sara I., Lily K., and Brooke L. Canmore #DECARBONIZE 2023

Whoo Will Help?

Whoo Will Help? We need to save the very pretty Northern Spotted Owls, without us they will die. We think the students of Alberta can help them. To "whoo" ever gets this we can all make a change. Created by: Jaydan and Presley Canmore #DECARBONIZE 2023

How is OKM helping fight climate change?

How is OKM helping fight climate change? Hi, I’m a student here at OKM and my name is Meg and I'm in grade 12. I just attended a climate conference hosted by Extreme Hangout and #Decarbonize. We had many guest speakers come up and talk, and I was really inspired by what they said. It made me realize that OKM is not doing enough to fight climate change! We have a large student body of over 1400 people, and with that many people I think we can really make a difference, but only if these students are educated, guided, and advocated for. The many people who spoke today proved to me that students are capable of accomplishing amazing goals and projects. Imagine what all the other students of OKM could do for our community and environment too! That’s why I’m asking you to set plans to embed more climate change topics into our courses, and do things like bringing in guest speakers to educate us about how to become a climate leader and impacts of climate change. And maybe we can put forth an after school climate education program. Here is a link to Lacombe High Schools Ecovision project, a project led entirely by students that a speaker introduced to us about the power we students can hold: http://lchsecovision.weebly.com/past-projects.html. Even though it is student led, advocacy and inspiration (which is where you come in) is the first step to meaningful change. Created by: Meg B. School: Okanagan Mission Secondary

The Climate change problem in Canada

The Climate change problem in Canada Dear Mr. Trudeau, My name is Humzah K. I am writing to you addressing the rise of climate change and greenhouse gas emissions in Canada. Now I know that you and the government are aware of this problem and trying to solve it but if we want to make a real change and impact then we need to start trying harder so that we can resolve this problem or at the minimum reduce it. I think that seeing how us Canadians are contributing to the enhanced greenhouse effect and climate change, we should make it mandatory to stop relying on fossil fuels and to rely on more renewable resources like solar panels and electric cars. Now I understand that this will be very very costly but we should forget about the money for a minute and focus on saving our planet because if we don't start taking more action then the future of Canada and the whole world will not be guaranteed. I also think that this would help with some of the problems the Indigenous communities are facing like lack of clean water and food. For example, in the Northwest Territories higher temperatures are negatively affecting the people in the area by the global temperatures rising. Fewer animals are migrating and it is becoming really hard to grow traditional plants in their lands. Created by: Humzah K. School: Elsie MacGill Secondary School

Climate Change

Climate Change I'm concerned about two issues caused by climate change. Glaciers are melting and this impacts people living in low-lying areas because as sea levels rise, there are more storm surges. So I am asking you what you're doing for that issue? Also, droughts will impact farmed crops and lead to loss of income for farmers, increased food costs for consumers, and increased stress levels for everyone. In conclusion, I want to know what you're doing for climate change and if you are helping, how will it help? Created by: Darrien L. School: Elsie MacGill Secondary School Map sourced from the Canadian Drought Monitor (Agriculture.Canada.ca)

Public Awareness Campaign

Public Awareness Campaign Dear Mr. van Koeverden I saw that there was a tornado warning for Milton in the summer of 2022. I am very concerned about this as climate change is getting worse and I was hoping as my Member of Parliament that when you speak to the Prime Minister that you would share that climate change is getting worse and that the government should take action. More heat is being trapped in the atmosphere now causing unpredictable weather, and leading to more natural disasters and people dying from heat stroke. I feel that your government should start a public awareness campaign to let people know about climate change. I didn’t know about climate change before I started this work in Geography, and now I care about it more because I know. I hope that other Canadians will care about climate change once they become aware of all the problems. Created by: Aria W. School: Elsie MacGill Secondary School Public Domain Image Credit to the U.S. National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration

eCard

eCard This is a message to Simon Cowell about how burning fossil fuels affects our earth. Created by: Azmera M. School: Elsie MacGill Secondary School

drake wasn't lying, ice melts

drake wasn't lying, ice melts Created by: Sobha T. School: Elsie MacGill Secondary School

Time is Running Out: The Urgent Call to Action on Climate Change

Time is Running Out: The Urgent Call to Action on Climate Change Hello, my name is Ahyan S. and I am 14 years old. I'm passionate about fighting against climate change and would like to collaborate with you guys to spread awareness and take action at my school. As you may know, climate change refers to the long-term changes in the Earth's climate caused by human activities such as burning fossil fuels and deforestation, which is really sad and bad. That is why I am on a mission to fight against climate change, with your organization's help. I believe we can make a difference by setting up booths at my school to educate our peers, teachers, and school administrators about the causes and effects of climate change. We can also organize events like seminars, workshops, and campaigns to raise awareness and encourage people to take action. One important step we can take is to reduce our carbon footprint by using energy-efficient light bulbs, reducing plastic waste, and using public transport or carpooling. We can also encourage our schools to adopt sustainable practices like installing solar panels and using renewable energy sources with your help! I'm open to any more ideas that you may have and would love to collaborate with you. If you have any information or ideas you can share with me to take to my principal, I would appreciate it! Regards, Ahyan S. Pronouns: He/Him Elsie MacGill Secondary School Grade 09 Student Created by: Ahyan S. School: Elise MacGill Secondary School

Deforestation causes drought & wildfires in Canada

Deforestation causes drought & wildfires in Canada Dear Prime Minister, My name is Mahnoor T., I am currently a grade 9 student from Milton Ontario. I have always been interested to discuss various topics about Canada, including issues and the best reasons why Canada is a great place to live. While living here, I have seen multiple changes throughout the years of my life. Not only Ontario itself but I have learned a lot about how climate change is impacting other parts of Canada in various ways. Climate change refers to long term changes in temperatures and weather patterns around the world. These changes can be natural but can also be caused by human activities, such as burning fossil fuels, energy consumption, deforestation and more. From my learning, deforestation is causing rising temperatures and this is the major reason why wildfires occur. From my research the three main provinces in Canada that have had the highest rate of wildfires are British Columbia, Alberta and Ontario. British Columbia had about 1635 forest fires, Alberta had about 1342 forest fires and Ontario had 1198 forest fires. All of this took place during the year of 2021. According to the Western Fire Chiefs Association website, reducing tree cover and ground vegetation dries out the forests, causing a greater risk of wildfires and drought to spread. Trees help sequester carbon dioxide from the atmosphere which is caused by burning fossil fuels mainly from transportation. In this case clearing land (grass), plants and trees is not only affecting wildlife but also affecting us by causing global warming. Causing an increase in flooding, fewer crops and loss of habitats for animals in Canada and around the world. From my research in the last 40 years Canada has lost about 3.3 million hectares of forests which were used to make paper, raise livestock, and urbanization production. After all of the learning and research that I have done, I personally think that you can help Canada to reduce the amount of wildfires by reducing the amount of deforestation and land removal. I thought of a terrific idea and decided to tell you about it. My idea for you is to discuss and develop various goals and jobs within the campaigns that have already been started. I know that there is currently a campaign called Tree Canada. Tree Canada has taken the action to plant trees in urban environments in every province across the country, which is great. But from my research they haven't thought of using another material other than trees in order to create paper. Using another material other than trees to create paper such as stone can help reduce deforestation. Stone paper is made from pulverized construction rock, this requires less energy than making regular paper and also produces less air pollution and solid waste. Without plants and trees we would not be able to survive. This would occur because we would lose essential functions for life on earth. But if we all work together and take action towards deforestation in Canada, I’m sure that together we will be able to reduce climate change and create a healthy and sustainable future for the next generation! Kind regards, Mahnoor T. Created by: Mahnoor T. School: Elsie MacGill Secondary School

A Student Wants You To Protect Our Greenbelt

A Student Wants You To Protect Our Greenbelt Dear Premier Ford, My name is Abby I., and I am a grade 9 student. I heard about your plan to build highway 413 through the Greenbelt. Although this would provide more routes for transportation, It would benefit our Earth if the environment was kept in mind during this project. Every year, humans release 37.12 billion metric tons of carbon dioxide into the atmosphere. Luckily, in Ontario, we have protected farmland and forests to take in this CO2 and give us oxygen to breath. If the super highway is built, a lot of this valuable nature will be destroyed, leaving more carbon dioxide in the air. Along with this, there will be additional greenhouse gases that will be emitted from the machines used to build and the new vehicles on the road. We are also taking away habitats for many creatures like birds, and fish. Keep in mind, according to The Greenbelt Foundation, the Greenbelt generates $9.1 billion annually in economic activity through recreation, agriculture and tourism, and creates 161,000 local full time jobs that support rural economic activity. In the end, I and many others in my community believe that the last thing we need is more damage to our environment, especially in such a thriving and protected area like the Greenbelt. Please rethink your idea to build this highway in order to represent Ontario as a province that doesn’t contribute to global warming and greenhouse gas emissions. Thank you ! - Abby Created by: Abby I. School: Elsie MacGill Secondary School Illustration Credit: Jeannie Phan (www.jeanniephan.com)

Taking A Shine to Solar Energy

Taking A Shine to Solar Energy Solar energy is the solution to so many of today’s problems. Electricity and all kinds of energies are very expensive, whereas solar energy is paid for when installed and never thereafter. Since nobody owns or controls solar power, nobody gets paid for it, so all that the consumer pays for is the installation of the panels. Plus, solar power is natural, renewable, and non-polluting, which is a very useful, and green alternative to fossil fuels. Pollution is a constant worry to most a lot of people, so this is one way to keep the air pure. Another great thing about solar power is that it is available all over the world, because the sun goes up and comes down everywhere in the world. And yes, it is available at nighttime with the help of some sort of energy storage system. Solar panels are very interesting devices, they are made from two wafers, one positive, one negative, and some fine wires in between. These panels use Photovoltaic (or PV) energy. PV cells are most commonly made from a special kind of silicon. In the form of sand or quartz, silicon is one of the most common elements found on earth. But how does it work? The sun shines onto the solar panels and causes electrons to travel between the panels and make power for us to use. It sounds simple, right? Well, that’s because it is! So is there anything really stopping you from using solar power? After all, it’s renewable, non-polluting, and there are no overtime costs. Go green! Go solar! Created by: Chris P School:

Aware Of Air

Aware Of Air Dear Prime Minister Stephen Harper, Do you ever wonder what our world would be like without air pollution? Well, I do and I think it would be a safer, cleaner, and simply a better place for all of us to live. Although it can be fixed, the world will never be the same again. I think air pollution is a very important issue and a serious problem for our environment. It is a fast growing problem and we need to fix it right away or our future will be very sad! You might think that air pollution is not that big of a deal or that it is not that bad right now, but if you thought that, you would be very wrong. You might also think that air pollution isn’t affecting you, but wrong again! Air pollution affects our eyes, nose, throat, and lungs. It can also get into your airways and into your blood stream. Once air pollution enters the blood stream, it can affect any number of physiological systems. Air pollution doesn’t only harm people, but it is also bad for other living things that we share our planet with like our animal friends, plants, and basically the entire ecosystem. Air pollution makes our planet very sick. The human health problems due to poor air quality are very serious, but mostly affect the body's respiratory and cardiovascular systems. Individual reactions to air pollutants depend on the type of pollution a person is exposed to, how much pollution, and how good or bad the person's health is. People who exercise outdoors, for example, on hot and smoggy days have a better chance of being affected by pollution. The health effects caused by air pollution may range from difficulty breathing, wheezing, coughing and aggravation of existing respiratory and cardiac conditions. These effects can result in more medication use, more doctor or emergency room visits, more hospital admissions and even an early death! These health problems will not only affect you, but it can affect your children, grandchildren, and even THEIR children and so on. The problem can affect your family and mine for generations to come. Air pollution is slowly improving, but it is still not good and we have a long way to go. If it doesn’t improve, it will continue to negatively affect human health, the environment, and the economy more than it is now. There are many ways we can help to reduce air pollution. We can help by chaning the types of transportation we currently use. Car exhaust is very bad for the environment, so one way you can get to work is you can ride a bike. It is not only helping the environment, but it is good exercise and good for your health. If your work is very far, you can car pool. Also, there are many other types of transportation you can use like walking or taking public transit. We can also help in our homes. You can change your old light bulbs and replace them with energy efficient light bulbs. They save energy (and money) which means energy companies don’t have to burn more fossil fuels that will go up into the atmosphere. If energy companies burn less fossil fuels, there will be less need for smoke towers so you can get rid of some of them. We can also help by changing our habits when we use our air conditioner and furnace. When we are home we can set our air conditioner or furnace setting to 21˚C during the day. Then, when no one's home or we are asleep, we can set the temperature so we use even less energy. There are many other ways to improve the air quality and there are many other reasons why air pollution is bad, but I think that is enough to get started with! If we do these simple things, we can have a very big impact on air pollution and an even bigger impact on our future! Created by: Ally A-P School: Green Public School

Thinking Outside the Box

Thinking Outside the Box As I am making my way towards the half-way mark of this expedition, I am truly beginning to grasp the importance of this voyage. The voyagers, the ship’s crew and the staff have all helped me to open my eyes to our current global situation. This experience has not only altered my outlook on climate change, it has helped me to look at my entire world under a different light. After visiting a small community at the base of one of Greenland’s incredible snow covered mountains, I realized how unfair global warming is. The entire community amounts to about eighty of the most inspiring people I have ever met. They are not in any way materialistic, nor do they have the opportunity to be. The few toys and games that the children have are greatly appreciated, and the three computers they have in their school are eagerly shared. This small community has a nearly non-existent carbon footprint compared to mine and those of all Canadians. This is the part that is so unfair; they and all other small communities in Greenland will be the first and hardest hit by climate change if we do not do something about it. Playing with the kids and getting to understand their way of life made me passionate about changing the fate of our earth. It is time for all of us, especially us Canadians, to step up to the plate, look outside of our suburban bubbles and save the North where these people have been living for ages! Created by: Nicole S School: Green Public School

Climate change is affecting us all!

Climate change is affecting us all! We have caused this global issue, so we need to stop it. Sometimes we don't realize it until one day when the coastline cities are flooded, arctic animals and plants are GONE. We as humans need to step up and take charge so climate change doesn't take over the world. We need to educate people all over the world about the effects of their actions on the planet. Also so they can take a stand and try to change their daily lives and routines to help this global issue. Climate change is something that will our future generations if we don't try and change it quick before its too late! Have you ever wondered why arctic glaciers are melting, sea level is rising, oceans are getting warmer? It's all because of us, humans. We are killing so many plants, animals and our silly actions that we don't even realize are hurting our planet. What are greenhouse gases? Greenhouse gases are gases that are released into the air when we burn fossil fuels. Fossil fuels are burned when we drive our cars, factories and electricity. What role do they play in climate change? Greenhouse gases are playing a role in climate change because the greenhouse gases form a layer a round the earth, which stops the heat from escaping the planet. Which cause the temperature on earth to rise. The climate all over the world is getting warmer every day. When the climate gets warmer that's when global warming starts happening. Why is this affecting our planet? This is affecting our planet because lots of people, plants and animals are suffering. In the arctic when the temperature gets warmer glaciers start to melt. Did you know 10% of arctic ice has melted over the last 25 years. Which affects polar bears, penguins and other arctic animals because they won't have a place to live. Climate change also affects the probability of natural disasters. It increase the chances for floods because the sea level is rising with all of the glaciers melting which cause flooding for coastline cities. Also climate change causes more and heavier rainfall. It also increases the chances for heat waves and droughts where some people have a shortage of water and food. 262 million people died from climate change related disasters in 2004. Climate change also affects animals and people because in the arctic the animals who live there need a cold climate and when the climate becomes warm animals will die because they won't be able to survive. This will also affect people because the people who live in the arctic can't grow food so they rely on the animals as a food source and when the animals die so will some people. Another reason why it will affect people is for farmers because if the climate gets warmer they won't be able to grow their crops because they will die when it is too warm. Why has Canada's gas emission risen while other countries have decreased? Did you know 2% of the worlds greenhouse gases are from Canada. This is because as a nation we haven't done much to try and decrease our greenhouse gas emissions. While other countries were working hard to raise awareness and to decrease the amount of greenhouse gas emissions we let ours rise by 25%. I also think it is because we have a growing population and a growing economy. Other countries have been able to decrease the greenhouse gas emissions because some of them don't have as many factories or people that are driving cars, buses and trucks. As a nation we haven't focused much on helping this global issue. We need to try our best to help as a country decrease our greenhouse gas emissions. What can I do? Individually • Walk as much as we can because cars emit 28% of our greenhouse gases • Use less aerosols such as hairsprays because there are gases inside the can that when the product is spray those gases go into the air Families • Buy local produce because it requires the burning of fossil fuels to transport the good from another country to your supermarket • Use appliances such as heater, dryers and fridges as little as we can • Change daily rountines • Recycle becuase gases are emitted hen you burn waste Nation • Inform people on the impacts of climate change and greenhouse gases so that will influence them to try and help • Make laws on how much waste you can throw out per week YOU NEED TO BE THE CHANGE YOU WOULD LIKE TO SEE IN THIS WORLD!! Created by: Riley M School: Green Public School