Behind barred motifs evocative of a wrought iron fence, otherworldly flowers are in full bloom, their heads stretching wide and tall while tendrils and leafy vines wind around the open barriers. Rendered in contrasting palettes of jewel tones and pale, muted hues, these uncanny plants are part of the latest body of work by Mevlana […]
This article is the first in a six-part series that explores how we get our electricity… The post What You Need To Know About Electricity appeared first on Earth911.
Swathed in patterned coats, overlooking expansive vistas, or reveling the joys of solitude, the characters in Rosanna Tasker’s illustrations (previously) delight in simple pleasures. Emphasizing the potential of color and contrast to create a sense of warmth and depth, figures bask in glowing interiors, and landscapes fade into the blue of distance. Tasker’s figures are […]
Swathed in patterned coats, overlooking expansive vistas, or reveling the joys of solitude, the characters in Rosanna Tasker’s illustrations (previously) delight in simple pleasures. Emphasizing the potential of color and contrast to create a sense of warmth and depth, figures bask in glowing interiors, and landscapes fade into the blue of distance. Tasker’s figures are […]
This article is the third in a six-part series that explores how we get our electricity… The post What You Need To Know About Hydropower appeared first on Earth911.
The Quebec government’s updated report on flood plains along the Ottawa River revealed that my home lies squarely in a flood zone. This knowledge brings a cascade of concerns: dwindling property values, potential issues with insurance, and the growing likelihood that future buyers might struggle to secure mortgages. But what hit me hardest wasn’t just […]
The Quebec government’s updated report on flood plains along the Ottawa River revealed that my home lies squarely in a flood zone. This knowledge brings a cascade of concerns: dwindling property values, potential issues with insurance, and the growing likelihood that future buyers might struggle to secure mortgages. But what hit me hardest wasn’t just […]
As the holidays approach, we can learn much about planning a low-carbon holiday meal from… The post Guest Opinion: Touch the Earth Lightly, Use the Earth Gently appeared first on Earth911.
Unceded Algonquin Territory — Ottawa, ON | November 27, 2024 The EKOS poll shows that four in five Canadians (84%) want stronger government action to protect forests and wildlife (up from 81% in 2023). Support for forest protection crosses party lines, and includes three in four Conservative party supporters. “Despite the polarization in politics today, […]
Unceded Algonquin Territory — Ottawa, ON | November 27, 2024 The EKOS poll shows that four in five Canadians (84%) want stronger government action to protect forests and wildlife (up from 81% in 2023). Support for forest protection crosses party lines, and includes three in four Conservative party supporters. “Despite the polarization in politics today, […]