We work hard to ensure a strong environmental voice is heard in New Brunswick’s print, radio and television media. Here are the latest stories Conservation Council staff have been called upon for expertise, analysis and commentary:
Sept. 10 | Climate change undoubtedly affects issues like health affordability, which are sure to be important to voters in the upcoming provincial election. Dr. Moe Qureshi, our director of climate research and policy, tells Canada’s National Observer that political parties need to connect climate concerns to issues like health and affordability. Dr. Qureshi pointed out that topics such as public transportation, extreme weather and high energy bills are inherently linked to the climate. Read more.
Aug. 28 | Our marine conservation director, Matt Abbott, spreads the word about our wildfire preparedness workshop held in Saint Andrews on Sept. 4. Matt shares some personal stories about the wildfires near the community last year that still cause stress for some. Listen to the interview.
Aug. 20 | What will it take for New Brunswick to learn a costly lesson and finally say no to more nuclear power? Point Lepreau, Atlantic Canada’s only nuclear power station, is down again, costing nearly $1 million per day. Dr. Qureshi tells Canada’s National Observer that relying on this expensive technology makes no sense when cheaper, reliable options like wind and solar exist. Read more.
Aug. 7 | The effects of climate change are readily apparent with another unusually hot summer in the Maritimes this year. Dr. Qureshi calls CBC’s Maritime Connection to explain why some European countries are considering naming heatwaves in an effort to warn people about the severity of these events. Listen to the show.
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