Earth Hour involving younger environmentalists, part of larger demographic trend

This is a period marked by distinct shifts in demographics and attitudes when it comes to the environment, said Mark Winfield, a professor in York’s Faculty of Environmental Studies (FES), in a story about Earth Hour in the Toronto Star March 25: For one thing, those most heavily engaged in environmentalism have become significantly younger […]

IRIS wants nominations for volunteers to serve on its executive board

The Institute for Research & Innovation in Sustainability (IRIS) at York University is accepting nominations for volunteers to serve on its executive board. Nominations are open to students, staff and faculty and are due by March 3. IRIS promotes practical sustainability solutions that encompass environmental, social and economic considerations at local, regional and global scales. Operating as a […]

Buzz building for York's green economy partnership in South Simcoe

On Feb. 8, York announced a new partnership with Nottawasaga Futures and the South Simcoe Economic Alliance to create the South Simcoe Green Economy Transition Centre  for innovative research and training in Innisfil’s New Town Hall to help businesses support a greener economy. "The time has come that we all need to do things differently. Green […]

York prof to study effect of fertilization on northern Ontario lakes

Lewis Molot, a professor in York University’s Faculty of Environmental Studies, has received more than $265,000 over three years from the Natural Sciences & Engineering Research Council of Canada (NSERC). The award will fund Molot’s experiment to assess the effect of sulphate levels on several impacts associated with excessive fertilization of lakes. The study will be […]

York fostering partnerships in South Simcoe to promote green economy

On Friday, York University announced it is working with Nottawasaga Futures and the South Simcoe Economic Alliance to create the South Simcoe Green Economy Transition Centre for innovative research and training in Innisfil's New Town Hall. The centre, open to the public, will provide local businesses, governments, non-profit organizations and residents with free tools for […]