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Something Fishy 27.4

Something Fishy 27.4

Editorial: No Fish, Two Tories – Robert Gibson From Jigging to Farming – Dean BavingtonThe destructive management principles that led to the collapse of the northern cod stocks are now being applied to the new aquaculture industry.Inset: The Belated Discovery of Cod DiversityInset: Principles of Ecological Aquaculture

The Next Industrial Revolution 26.1

The Next Industrial Revolution 26.1

Editorial: From Paris to Hanover – Steven Peck Pushing the Revolution – S.W. PECK & R.B. GIBSONLeading companies are seeking new competitive advantage through eco-efficiency and broader sustainability initiatives.Inset: The Natural Step’s Four System ConditionsInset: The Hannover Principles

Climate Control 26.2

Climate Control 26.2

Editorial: Just Another Reason – Robert Gibson Proof or Consequences – Lydia DottoSkeptics say we should wait for proof before taking action on climate change. If they turn out to be right, we’ll have saved a lot of bother. But if they’re wrong…Inset: Industry Fossils Deny Problem

The End of Sprawl 26.3

The End of Sprawl 26.3

Editorial: Beyond Sprawl – Nina-Marie Lister The Best So Far – Don AlexanderVancouver’s remarkable approach to the Southeast False Creek redevelopment is a big step towards sustainable redevelopment planning for urban sites. Gardens Overhead – Jessica KwikRooftop culture sprouts in North American cities.Inset: The Up Side of Green Roofs and […]

The Faces of New Eco-Activism 26.4

The Faces of New Eco-Activism 26.4

Editorial: A Line Across the Board – Robert Gibson Diversity Over Solidarity – Robert GibsonWhat we have learned and where we have come in 30 years of eco-activism. Corporate Vulnerability Alternatives Journal interviews Naomi Klein.

Alternatives Journal 25.2

Restoration and Community 25.2

Editorial: Restoring What Was, Attacking What Is – Bob Gibson Beyond Repair – Donna HavingaEcological restoration is as much about transforming values and practices as about repairing damaged ecosystems.Inset: The Transformation of Sudbury by Nigel RichardsonInset: Restoration as Healing by Solomon Boyé

Alternatives Journal 25.3

Environment and Health 25.3

Editorial: Treating the Causes – Stephen Bocking Money Matters – TED SCHRECKERIncomes tell a story about environmental dangers and human health.Inset: Plump Eyelashes or Proper Education by ELENA JOHNSONInset: Poor Environment, Poor Health by ELENA JOHNSON

Alternatives Journal 24.1

Car vs. Transit 24.1

Editorial: No More Horsing Around – Ray Tomalty The US and Us – Tamim Raad and Jeff Kenworthy Canadian cities are going the way of their US counterparts into car-dependent sprawl.Inset: Dimensions of DifferenceInset: Going My Way? by Michael TorreiterInset: The Best Text by John HartmanInset: Take a White Bike […]

Alternatives Journal 24.2

Voluntary Initiatives 24.2

Editorial: Upside Down Logic – Robert Gibson The Day the NGOs Walked Out – Debora L. VannijnattenThe ARET project shows how voluntary pollution prevention may fail unless government ensures effective public involvement.Inset: Accuracy is Optional in ReportingInset: Voluntary Successes by Gary Gallon

Alternatives Journal 24.4

Climate Change 24.4

Editorial: Child of the Weekend Gets a Job – Stephen Bocking Stopped Cold – Heather A. SmithAction by Canada on climate change has been blocked by opposition both inside and outside government.Inset: Trading Scheme Offers One Way to Cut Greenhouse Gases by Trevor FleckInset: Key Events