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A view of the Yaqan Nukiy, also known as the Lower Kootenay Band First Nation, wetland restoration project is seen near Creston, B.C. THE CANADIAN PRESS/HO-Norm Allard

January 17, 2024

Ripple effect: How public attitudes can shift governments toward sustainable, and resilient, water systems

Julia Baird, Brock University; Gary Pickering, Brock University, and Gillian Dale, Brock University

The results of a new study are clear: resilient water governance systems are effective and enjoy strong public support. The time is now to build resilience into our global water systems.

The wine industry is both highly vulnerable to climate change and a global source of greenhouse gas (GHG) emissions. Southbrook Organic Vineyards in Niagara-on-the-Lake, Ont. THE CANADIAN PRESS/Nick Iwanyshyn

January 3, 2024

How drinking sustainable wine can help vineyards and the planet

Gary Pickering, Brock University and Kerrie Pickering, Brock University

The wine industry has a major sustainability problem. Informed consumer choice can help drive real change.

A young boy in Lebanon struggles to stay cool during a heat wave. Climate anxiety is real for millions around the globe and presents serious consequences for us all, especially younger generations. Working to reduce climate anxiety is an essential part of any climate plan. (AP Photo/Hassan Ammar)

August 3, 2023

Reducing eco‑anxiety is a critical step in achieving any climate action

Kerrie Pickering, Brock University and Gary Pickering, Brock University

Climate anxiety is real and must be considered as a core component of any climate mitigation or adaptation and resilience strategy.

Virtual reality may be a useful tool to increase public awareness and empathy for ocean environments. (Shutterstock)

October 5, 2021

Virtual reality may help us develop empathy for oceans and marine life

Jessica Blythe, Brock University; Colette Wabnitz, University of British Columbia; Gary Pickering, Brock University; Julia Baird, Brock University; Kirsty L Nash, University of Tasmania, and Nathan Bennett, University of British Columbia

Empathy is an important factor in getting people to act on environmental issues. Virtual reality can bring oceans closer to home for those who can’t experience the wealth of marine ecosystems.

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