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    U of M research finds wildfire ash contributing to phosphate levels in Lake Winnipeg

    Jul. 9, 2025 – CTV News – Early findings indicate particulates from the ash contribute to phosphate levels, which increase…+

    FACT FOCUS: No, weather modification did not cause the deadly flash floods in Texas

    Jul. 8, 2025 – Associated Press – It is not possible that cloud seeding generated the floods, according to experts,…+

    One in four Canadians report being affected by extreme weather in last year: poll

    June 19, 2025 – The Canadian Press – Almost one in four Canadians were directly affected by extreme weather events…+

    Scientists warn that greenhouse gas accumulation is accelerating and more extreme weather will come

    Jun 18, 2025  – The Associated Press- Humans are on track to release so much greenhouse gas in less than…+

    City points to increase in landfill waste, water treatment for higher 2024 greenhouse-gas emissions

    Winnipeg’s municipal government created more greenhouse gases last year, despite a key target to achieve net zero emissions by 2050….+

    Experts warn Manitobans will have to get used to a fiery future

    May 29, 2025 – The Narwhal –  This spring’s wildfires are some of the most devastating our province has endured,…+

    Are solar panels worth the investment? Yes — usually — but it depends where you live

    May 29, 2025 – The Canadian Press – Solar panels have never been cheaper, and the lower upfront cost means…+

    Canada wildfires: 17,000 forced to evacuate as forest fires rage across Manitoba

    May 29, 2025 – The Independent – Fires force complete evacuation of Flin Flon city near Saskatchewan border after winds…+

    Earth is heading for 2.7°C warming this century. We may avoid the worst climate scenarios – but the outlook is still dire

    May 27, 2025 – The Conversation –  Is climate action a lost cause? The United States is withdrawing from the Paris Agreement…+

    Here’s how people are making buildings more climate resilient

    May 25, 2025 – Schools, communities and municipalities are looking for ways to make their buildings more adaptable.

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