Archive for August 2020
Passamaquoddy Artifacts
Dr. Donald Soctomah, Peskotomuhkati historian and author, shows us some indigenous artifacts of the Peskotomuhkati Nation and explains their historical significance. See also: The Salutation Song Visit our YouTube channel…
MoreDam Removal: Pao Fernández Garrido
Pao Fernández Garrido of the World Fish Migration Foundation tells us that 5,000 dam removals have taken place so far in Europe. She discusses the negative impacts the presence of…
MoreThe massive decline in migratory fish could threaten the livelihoods of millions: World Fish Migration Foundation
With hydropower, overfishing, climate change and pollution on the rise, monitored populations of migratory freshwater fish species have plummeted by 76% on average since 1970, according to the first comprehensive…
MoreThe economic case for tearing down dams (article)
There’s a plan to remove the Milltown dam, similar to the plan to remove a dam in Marysville. NB Power says Milltown has “reached the end of its life” and…
MoreThe Salutation Song (Video)
Dwayne Thomah performs the Salutation Song, and explains its cultural significance. Visit our YouTube channel for more!
MoreEnvironment big winner from the COVID-19 pandemic
The media is filled daily with dire stories about COVID-19. Is there anything good coming out of this pandemic? Beyond the sadness and unease, some benefits will positively impact our…
MoreLive your life as if the environment depended on it – it does
A discussion of how much the environment impacts our lives, and what we can do to protect it. Read the full article here.
MoreImpacts of current and future large dams on the geographic range connectivity of freshwater fish worldwide (Academic Research)
“Freshwater fish are highly threatened by dams that disrupt the longitudinal connectivity of rivers and may consequently impede fish movements to feeding and spawning grounds. In a comprehensive global analysis…
MoreHistory’s industrial strategy haunts us today (Article)
“First came 50 years of progress. Then came 50 years of dead fish, stagnant water, methylmercury poisoning, silt buildup and dams collapsing.” Allan Bonner reacts to the recent announcement…
MoreIs dam removal the wave of the future? (Article)
“Research suggests it makes more ecological and economic sense to dismantle dams than to restore or maintain them.” Allan Bonner explores the impact on nearby residents of dams, including…
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