A number of CFUW Kelowna members attended the CFUW 2007 AGM in
Vancouver.
CFUW Kelowna presented an environmental workshop Treading Lightly on
the Earth.
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The workshop leaders presented evidence for the catastrophic effect that
climate change has had on the forests of British Columbia. The
Mountain Pine Beetle is munching its way through the pine forests of BC
and has now been found in Alberta. Warmer temperatures over the
last few years have allowed the beetle to flourish. Although the
beetle has its place in nature, cold winter temperatures usually kept
its numbers in check.
The second part of the Workshop presented information about how
individuals can reduce their own carbon footprint, as well as sharing
information how individuals, communities and businesses are finding
innovative ways to reduce carbon dioxide emissions.
Click on
Handout to
download a copy of the information that was given out at the Workshop.
