Scientists warn of the social and environmental risks tied to the energy transition

Published: 3 December 2020

To meet the most ambitious 1.5º C climate goal requires a rapid phaseout of fossil fuels and mass use of renewables. However, new international research by McGill University and the Institute of...

Experts: Quebec’s Plan for a Green Economy

Published: 20 November 2020

Premier François Legault announced his government's long-awaited plan to tackle climate change on Monday, November 16, after one of the main elements was revealed over the weekend: a ban on the...

Vertebrate biodiversity- a glimmer of hope

Published: 18 November 2020

Vertebrate populations - from birds and fish to antelope - are not, in general, declining. Despite what has previously been thought and said.

Expert: Quebec-Massachusetts electric energy transportation

Published: 17 November 2020

Hydro-Québec's energy corridor project, which will potentially supply electricity to the New England power grid, mainly to Massachusetts, has just passed an important milestone. The U.S. Army Corps...

Bat-winged dinosaurs that could glide

Published: 22 October 2020

Despite having bat-like wings, two small dinosaurs, Yi and Ambopteryx, struggled to fly, only managing to glide clumsily between the trees where they lived, according to a new study led by an...

Next level training for retail leaders of the future

Published: 14 October 2020

Calling retail leaders of the future: McGill University’s Bensadoun School of Retail Management is launching a unique Master of Management in Retailing (MMR) designed to equip students with the...

McGill receives $15-million gift commitment from agri-food entrepreneur Marc Bieler

Published: 14 October 2020

As a man whose career as a successful agri-food entrepreneur has spanned sectors as diverse as cattle breeding, apple growing, maple syrup production and French vineyards, and who almost single...

Disastrous duo: heatwaves and droughts

Published: 28 September 2020

Simultaneous heatwaves and droughts are becoming increasingly common in western parts of the United States, according to a new study led by researchers from McGill University. Periods of dry and...

Experts: International Day of Awareness on Food Loss and Waste | September 29

Published: 28 September 2020

This year represents the first ever observance of the International Day of Awareness on Food Loss and Waste. The COVID-19 pandemic continues generating significant challenges to food security in...

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