Environment

Three firefighters in front of a wildfire
Wildfire smoke is already crossing borders, affecting millions.
Grapes in a vineyard
If you drink wine, chances are it already tastes different.
Shelves and dresser below "Seed Lending Library" sign
A seed lending library is an innovative concept that’s sprouting up around the world.
Aerial shot of forest showing a gradient from scorched earth to dry brown trees to healthy green trees
Here’s how we can coexist with wildfires and incentivize fire-smart practices.
Couple having a picnic with smog-clouded city skyline in background
Those who produce pollution should pay for cleaning up any environmental damage.
Data centre with rows of computer servers
AI's energy consumption doesn't tell the whole story of its environmental impacts.
Woman holds wildfire protest sign at Canada's Parliament Hill
With Trump undoing US climate policies, Canada’s climate commitments come into question.
Vegetables in a mesh grocery bag against a yellow background
A UBC project shows how interconnected international and inter-provincial food systems are.
Stack of fabrics with tag stating "CO2 NEUTRAL"
An accident spawned three years of research on polymers — and a new career trajectory.
Truck spraying salt onto road in fog
Exposing developing salmon to road salt concentrations can lead to deformities or death.