No amount of logical reasoning, legal argumentation, or ethical axiology will solve a problem that is misunderstood. Alan R. Drengson (1934–2022) was a Canadian philosopher. Used by William Rees in […]
Archives for February 2025
Green Outside, Red Inside. How Environmentalism is Following the Same Path of Communism
How do social movements evolve, transform, and sometimes fade away? Drawing from fascinating parallels between the decline of Communism and the challenges facing modern environmentalism, this analysis explores the shifting landscape of environmental advocacy. As traditional environmentalism faces increasing “greenbashing,” a new narrative centered on renewable energy emerges, promising technological solutions and economic prosperity rather than limitations and sacrifice. Through the lens of memetics—the study of how ideas spread through populations—we examine whether this evolution signals a more effective path forward for addressing our global environmental challenges.
Debunking Heat Pump Myths: A Sustainable Heating Solution for Canada’s Future
As Canada transitions toward a sustainable future, heat pumps emerge as a crucial solution for home heating. Despite common misconceptions, these proven systems offer reliable performance even in cold climates while significantly reducing carbon emissions. Discover how this mature technology can help transform your home’s environmental impact while potentially increasing its value.
Foreign Affairs: The Reckoning That Wasn’t Why America Remains Trapped by False Dreams of Hegemony by Andrew Bacevich
By Andrew J. Bacevich March/April 2023 Published on February 28, 2023 Over the course of many evenings in 1952 and 1953, when I was a kindergartner, my family gathered around a […]
Energy and Climate Narratives in Europe.—From CACOR Archives.
2007 Series 3 Number 10 Page 8 Energy and Climate Narratives in Europe. A Chance for Enhanced EU-Canada Relations. Matthias Hopfner, Ambassador, Embassy of the Federal Republic of Germany. In […]