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2:18

Climate overshadowed by more immediate issues this election campaign

Polling data suggests immediate issues such as affordability, housing and tariffs have pushed climate change down the priority list for voters in this federal election compared to previous campaigns.

1:34

Mayors ask federal leaders to take action on climate change

While the trade war with the U.S. has been the main focus of this federal election, leaders in some Canadian communities hit hardest by climate change believe the issue has been ignored. Brett Ruskin has the story.

Jayda G creates 'science you can dance to' in new climate change documentary

The Grammy-nominated Canadian producer/DJ hosts Blue Carbon, a film that intersects music-making with climate activism.

2:30

Canadian mayors push federal leaders for action on climate

Municipal politicians across Canada have written a letter to the five main federal party leaders urging them to tackle climate change along with economic and security concerns in this election.

4:54

Young voters say cost of living, environment are their big election issues

Students at Queen's University in Kingston, Ont., some of them voting for the first time, say they're worried about climate change and getting jobs after graduation, but engaging in the election may have to wait until after exams.

What did homeowners do with green rebates, and did they make a difference?

The federal government provided $2.6 billion for heat pumps, solar panels, insulation and other green upgrades to Canadians' homes through the Canada Greener Homes Grant. But did it make enough of a difference? A new report takes a closer look.

Science April 8

3:04

Scientists believe an Alaskan volcano is about to erupt. Here’s how they’re preparing

Scientists say it's likely that the closest active volcano to the Alaskan city of Anchorage will erupt soon. If it does, the primary concern is ash, which could impact both residents and flights in the area. Here's how scientists are preparing.

Sudbury activist and first-time voter Sophia Mathur wants to see the spotlight on climate change

Climate activist Sophia Mathur says it will be a “pinnacle point” in her life when she gets to cast her vote for the first time in Canada’s upcoming federal election.

Canada Sudbury April 4

Mar 22: What fossil plants say about the evolution of life, and more…

On this week's episode: is our universe inside a black hole, Antarctic explorers, tracking teenaged turtles, and carbon-neutral concrete.

Radio Quirks & Quarks March 21

Climate disasters have nearly quadrupled cocoa prices, forcing some chocolatiers to close

Chocolate lovers might notice their favourite sugary snack could cost a bit more or be a bit smaller as climate change ravages cocoa crops in West Africa.

Canada Saskatchewan March 18

1:56

Poilievre says he would end industrial carbon tax

Pierre Poilievre said a Conservative government would end the industrial carbon tax and the consumer carbon tax — a plan that advocates say would also end any chance of Canada hitting targets to lower emissions.

Climate action is becoming less of a priority around the world. Trump isn't helping

The emphasis on climate action and transitioning to cleaner energy has waned in recent years as more emphasis is being placed on energy security and affordability. And that was before Donald Trump returned to the White House.

Canada Calgary March 15

1:26

#TheMoment a CBC reporter was chased by a seal in Antarctica

CBC's Susan Ormiston recounts the moment she was chased by a seal on the shores of Deception Island, Antarctica.

2:15

Antarctic island may hold clues about the climate’s next century

On Antarctica’s Deception Island, Canadian scientists study the links between melting ice sheets and rising global sea levels, saying what happens in Antarctica doesn’t stay there.

0:59

What increased drought in the Prairies will look like

As the climate continues to heat up, the Prairies will see both more and less precipitation. CBC meteorologist Christy Climenhaga explains.

Why a CO2 leak in Mississippi holds lessons for Canada

Canada's oil and gas companies are hoping carbon capture and storage will be a big part of the country’s net zero plans. But shipping CO2 through pipelines to storage facilities can come with risks. We go to rural Mississippi to hear about a rare carbon dioxide pipeline breach that was nearly deadly – and find out what Canada can learn from the incident

Radio What On Earth March 8

Eco-thugs be warned! You could be charged with ecocide

There’s a push to see those responsible for intentional destruction of the environment tried in the International Criminal Court, just like war criminals. Three small island nations have proposed making ecocide a crime like genocide and crimes against humanity. But what would that take – and is there a better way to hold people to account for harming the planet and our climate?

Radio What On Earth March 7

New report decries fossil fuel industry influence in climate education

Environmental advocates are sounding the alarm about fossil fuel industry influence on energy, climate and environmental learning in Canada's classrooms, with a new report citing efforts like funding of school science fairs, field trips and activities to sponsoring teacher resource creators.

Charlottetown climate report raises future red flags, warns that doing nothing isn't an option

A new report released by the City of Charlottetown details how rising sea levels and extreme heat will affect P.E.I.’s capital in the decades to come.

Canada PEI March 1

2:16

Scientists launch 'Argo float' to gather ocean data in Antarctica

The science team aboard HMCS Margaret Brooke has launched a specialized data-collecting tool known as an Argo float, to measure ocean data like water temperature, salinity and water cycle. The data collected can be used to build climate models to predict short-term weather and provide more information about climate change.

1:48

Go inside these spectacular, short-lived ice caves on a Swiss glacier

Hikers are taking advantage of freezing winter conditions to venture inside short-lived — and potentially lethal — ice caves that appeared on the Morteratsch glacier in eastern Switzerland.

5:29

CBC News team travelling aboard Royal Canadian Navy ship to Antarctica

CBC News climate reporters have joined Canadian scientists aboard HMCS Margaret Brooke on a mission to Antarctica to unlock climate clues from the South Pole that they hope will shed light on what’s happening in the Arctic.

1:47

Report calls out fossil fuel industry influence in climate education

A new report is criticizing the role oil and gas companies play in funding educational materials about climate change, which can be seen as the industry influencing what students learn.

1:37

What’s the difference between weather and climate?

The terms “climate” and “weather” are often used interchangeably, but actually represent quite different things. Here’s meteorologist Christy Climenhaga with more.

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How the Prairies must adapt to meet the challenges of climate change

From flood planning to insurance coverage, meteorologist Christy Climenhaga looks at what climate adaptation might look like across the Prairies and Canada.

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