Theory

Forward on Climate in Washington, February 2013

Sep 18 2014 | IN Theory | BY Stefan Hostetter

We need to broaden our understanding of activism – without stigmatizing good old protests in the street.

Meet Tim Nash, the Sustainable Economist

Jun 11 2014 | IN Theory | BY Daryn Caister

The leading sustainable investment adviser dishes on current trends and opportunities in green finance – and "potluck economics."

The Province of Ontario's 25-year Growth Plan for the Greater Golden Horseshoe

Implementing the Growth Plan for the Greater Golden Horseshoe

Apr 18 2014 | IN Theory | REVIEWED BY Ray Tomalty

This new report from the Neptis Foundation is a comprehensive examination of the province’s strategy to reign in sprawl in the mega-region around the western end of Lake Ontario.

Ours is Better Than Yours

Apr 2014 | IN Sharing 40.2 | BY Ray Tomalty

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Consumers are escaping the stresses of ownership and rediscovering the value of communal stuff – and cars are driving the movement.

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Collaboration Can Save The World – If You Do It Right

Apr 09 2014 | IN Theory | BY Felix Munger

Forget chasing the expert – how collaboration among environmental organizations can solve complex environmental problems better, together.

Redefining Recovery: A New Model for Saving Species At Risk

Apr 08 2014 | IN Theory | BY Alana Westwood

Current models often abandon endangered species at the first sign of improvement. This one sees them through to a fully recovered state.

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Sustainable Growth: Oxymoron or Our Only Hope?

Apr 07 2014 | IN Theory | BY Stefan Hostetter

A 5-part series exploring the feasibility of a sustainable world with unlimited economic growth.

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Why Hire a Sustainability Graduate?

Feb 27 2014 | IN Workplaces | BY Mavis Chan

An education in sustainability allows graduates to adopt a unique and valuable way of thinking.

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Language Intelligence: Lessons on Persuasion from Jesus, Shakespeare, Lincoln, and Lady Gaga

Feb 25 2014 | IN Theory | REVIEWED BY Nicholas Cole

An optimistic promise for those willing to harness the power of rhetoric to further the environmental movement.

Scientists gathered on Parliament Hill for the Stand Up for Science! rally

Why You Need to Talk More About Science

Nov 27 2013 | IN Theory | BY Laura McDonald

To save the environment, we need to save evidence-based decision making.

45.2 Getting There: The Ecosystem of Human Movement

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