Ashley Cowan
@ashleyc.bsky.social
Why the U.S.-Canadian road-safety gap is getting wider - Bloomberg apple.news/AbwRr7o9IQCe...
The US-Canadian Road Safety Gap Is Getting Wider — Bloomberg
Despite similar infrastructure and vehicle fleets, the US and Canada are going in very different directions when it comes to traffic safety. A new study breaks down the divergence.
apple.news
August 13, 2025 at 9:21 PM
Why the U.S.-Canadian road-safety gap is getting wider - Bloomberg apple.news/AbwRr7o9IQCe...
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“Air pollution fell substantially as Paris restricted car traffic and made way for parks, people-streets and bike-lanes.”
Better for the climate, better for health, better for livability & quality of life.
Common sense.
Such a no-brainer, it’s remarkable that more cities HAVEN’T done the same.
Better for the climate, better for health, better for livability & quality of life.
Common sense.
Such a no-brainer, it’s remarkable that more cities HAVEN’T done the same.
Paris said au revoir to cars. Air pollution maps reveal a dramatic change.
Air pollution fell substantially as the city restricted car traffic and made way for parks and bike lanes.
www.washingtonpost.com
July 29, 2025 at 7:22 AM
“Air pollution fell substantially as Paris restricted car traffic and made way for parks, people-streets and bike-lanes.”
Better for the climate, better for health, better for livability & quality of life.
Common sense.
Such a no-brainer, it’s remarkable that more cities HAVEN’T done the same.
Better for the climate, better for health, better for livability & quality of life.
Common sense.
Such a no-brainer, it’s remarkable that more cities HAVEN’T done the same.
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Opinion by @sierraclubbc.bsky.social's Shelley Luce: BC's North Coast tanker ban is a line we should never cross.
The moratorium isn’t just a policy, it’s a promise to protect what we love, to honour Indigenous leadership, and to choose a thriving future over risk.
vancouversun.com/opinion/op-e...
The moratorium isn’t just a policy, it’s a promise to protect what we love, to honour Indigenous leadership, and to choose a thriving future over risk.
vancouversun.com/opinion/op-e...
Opinion: B.C.'s North Coast tanker ban is a line we should never cross
The moratorium isn’t just a policy, it’s a promise to protect what we love and to honour Indigenous leadership. Find out more
vancouversun.com
July 27, 2025 at 10:57 PM
Opinion by @sierraclubbc.bsky.social's Shelley Luce: BC's North Coast tanker ban is a line we should never cross.
The moratorium isn’t just a policy, it’s a promise to protect what we love, to honour Indigenous leadership, and to choose a thriving future over risk.
vancouversun.com/opinion/op-e...
The moratorium isn’t just a policy, it’s a promise to protect what we love, to honour Indigenous leadership, and to choose a thriving future over risk.
vancouversun.com/opinion/op-e...
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THIS! 👇
“We are on the cusp of a new era. Fossil fuels are running out of road. The sun is rising on a clean energy age.”
António Guterres is urging governments to shift energy plans and subsidies toward clean energy, as a new report shows 90% of renewable projects are now cheaper than fossil fuels.
António Guterres is urging governments to shift energy plans and subsidies toward clean energy, as a new report shows 90% of renewable projects are now cheaper than fossil fuels.
World on brink of climate breakthrough as fossil fuels ‘run out of road’, UN chief says
António Guterres says ‘sun is rising on a clean energy age’ as 90% of renewable power projects cheaper than fossil fuels
www.theguardian.com
July 24, 2025 at 10:26 PM
THIS! 👇
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“After years of advocacy, pilots, and planning, New York is preparing to launch a universal secure bike parking & e-bike charging network that could include up to 500 stations across all 5 boroughs.” Via @momentummag.bsky.social
NYC’s Secure Bike Parking Plan Could Revolutionize Urban Cycling Across North America
New York City is doing what many cyclists across North America have been dreaming of for years: tackling the bike parking problem head-on.
momentummag.com
July 24, 2025 at 10:46 PM
“After years of advocacy, pilots, and planning, New York is preparing to launch a universal secure bike parking & e-bike charging network that could include up to 500 stations across all 5 boroughs.” Via @momentummag.bsky.social
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My semi-regular reminder of a really important reality about cities, density, services and taxes.
Any questions?
Graphic recently cleaned up by @kathrynmathias.bsky.social. #CityMakingMath
Any questions?
Graphic recently cleaned up by @kathrynmathias.bsky.social. #CityMakingMath
July 21, 2025 at 4:25 PM
My semi-regular reminder of a really important reality about cities, density, services and taxes.
Any questions?
Graphic recently cleaned up by @kathrynmathias.bsky.social. #CityMakingMath
Any questions?
Graphic recently cleaned up by @kathrynmathias.bsky.social. #CityMakingMath
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![4-panel comic. (1) [Person 1 with ponytail flanked by person with short hair and another person speaking into microphone at podium] PERSON 1: In the early 2010s, researchers found that many major scientific results couldn’t be reproduced. (2) PERSON 1: Over a decade into the replication crisis, we wanted to see if today’s studies have become more robust. (3) PERSON 1: Unfortunately, our replication analysis has found exactly the same problems that those 2010s researchers did. (4) [newspaper with image of speakers from previous panels] Headline: Replication Crisis Solved](https://cdn.bsky.app/img/feed_thumbnail/plain/did:plc:cz73r7iyiqn26upot4jtjdhk/bafkreibwuu57ullc7vacjyno6c5z3gtyakkg2qub6cn3dbbjdpn2kaowmi@jpeg)
July 21, 2025 at 11:54 PM
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Paris urban biking DOUBLED in just one year.
“Cycling in Paris has transcended mere trendiness; it’s become a fundamental aspect of the city’s identity. Despite challenges like inclement weather, cyclists continue to flock to the streets, setting new records and reshaping the urban landscape.”
“Cycling in Paris has transcended mere trendiness; it’s become a fundamental aspect of the city’s identity. Despite challenges like inclement weather, cyclists continue to flock to the streets, setting new records and reshaping the urban landscape.”
Paris cycling numbers double in one year thanks to massive investment and it's not stopping
The report delves into the nuances of Parisian cycling culture, exploring the vibrant community of riders who navigate the city's streets
momentummag.com
July 19, 2025 at 7:12 AM
Paris urban biking DOUBLED in just one year.
“Cycling in Paris has transcended mere trendiness; it’s become a fundamental aspect of the city’s identity. Despite challenges like inclement weather, cyclists continue to flock to the streets, setting new records and reshaping the urban landscape.”
“Cycling in Paris has transcended mere trendiness; it’s become a fundamental aspect of the city’s identity. Despite challenges like inclement weather, cyclists continue to flock to the streets, setting new records and reshaping the urban landscape.”
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India hits 50% non-fossil power milestone ahead of 2030 clean energy target www.reuters.com/business/ene...
India hits 50% non-fossil power milestone ahead of 2030 clean energy target
India said on Monday it has achieved 50% of its installed electricity capacity from non-fossil fuel sources — five years ahead of its 2030 target under the Paris Agreement, signalling accelerating momentum in the country's clean energy transition.
www.reuters.com
July 19, 2025 at 6:05 PM
India hits 50% non-fossil power milestone ahead of 2030 clean energy target www.reuters.com/business/ene...
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Say hello to Sullivan & Sienna! 🐾 These 7-month-old rescued cougar cubs made their public debut today, just in time for our 50th anniversary celebration this weekend! 🎉
While they may be visible in their habitat, guests should know they’re still slowly getting comfortable in the new environment.
While they may be visible in their habitat, guests should know they’re still slowly getting comfortable in the new environment.
July 18, 2025 at 9:42 PM
Say hello to Sullivan & Sienna! 🐾 These 7-month-old rescued cougar cubs made their public debut today, just in time for our 50th anniversary celebration this weekend! 🎉
While they may be visible in their habitat, guests should know they’re still slowly getting comfortable in the new environment.
While they may be visible in their habitat, guests should know they’re still slowly getting comfortable in the new environment.
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Famed grizzly bear #222 in Jasper with her cubs. Note the porcupine quills in all of their noses!
July 17, 2025 at 5:28 PM
Famed grizzly bear #222 in Jasper with her cubs. Note the porcupine quills in all of their noses!
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Stunning! An 8-hour time-lapse to show the Earth is rotating while capturing the Milky Way.
July 16, 2025 at 2:30 PM
Stunning! An 8-hour time-lapse to show the Earth is rotating while capturing the Milky Way.
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What an extraordinary World Chimpanzee Day that was! 🐵 Each year, July 14th is an incredible celebration of these remarkable creatures.
This year, you responded with overwhelming generosity – and we'll forever be grateful for the kindness you've shown. 💚
📸: Fernando Turmo
This year, you responded with overwhelming generosity – and we'll forever be grateful for the kindness you've shown. 💚
📸: Fernando Turmo
July 15, 2025 at 2:05 PM
What an extraordinary World Chimpanzee Day that was! 🐵 Each year, July 14th is an incredible celebration of these remarkable creatures.
This year, you responded with overwhelming generosity – and we'll forever be grateful for the kindness you've shown. 💚
📸: Fernando Turmo
This year, you responded with overwhelming generosity – and we'll forever be grateful for the kindness you've shown. 💚
📸: Fernando Turmo
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Happy World Chimpanzee Day!
You can make this day count. You can make an incredible difference. And you can make sure that injured, orphaned, and rescued chimpanzees get the care they need. 👉 That includes Aymard, seen here.
📸: Fernando Turmo
You can make this day count. You can make an incredible difference. And you can make sure that injured, orphaned, and rescued chimpanzees get the care they need. 👉 That includes Aymard, seen here.
📸: Fernando Turmo
July 14, 2025 at 1:50 PM
Happy World Chimpanzee Day!
You can make this day count. You can make an incredible difference. And you can make sure that injured, orphaned, and rescued chimpanzees get the care they need. 👉 That includes Aymard, seen here.
📸: Fernando Turmo
You can make this day count. You can make an incredible difference. And you can make sure that injured, orphaned, and rescued chimpanzees get the care they need. 👉 That includes Aymard, seen here.
📸: Fernando Turmo
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Please watch this important message for you, from Dr. Jane, on #WorldChimpanzeeDay.
Today, we're celebrating 65 remarkable years of groundbreaking research at Gombe – where Jane made her landmark chimpanzee observations – and honouring our closest animal relatives. 🐵
Today, we're celebrating 65 remarkable years of groundbreaking research at Gombe – where Jane made her landmark chimpanzee observations – and honouring our closest animal relatives. 🐵
July 14, 2025 at 11:01 AM
Please watch this important message for you, from Dr. Jane, on #WorldChimpanzeeDay.
Today, we're celebrating 65 remarkable years of groundbreaking research at Gombe – where Jane made her landmark chimpanzee observations – and honouring our closest animal relatives. 🐵
Today, we're celebrating 65 remarkable years of groundbreaking research at Gombe – where Jane made her landmark chimpanzee observations – and honouring our closest animal relatives. 🐵
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The provincial government’s deadline for achieving universal $10-a-day child care in British Columbia is just three years away.
But the province is not going to reach this goal by 2028, according to advocates and the former minister of state responsible for child care.
It won’t even be close.
But the province is not going to reach this goal by 2028, according to advocates and the former minister of state responsible for child care.
It won’t even be close.
BC Behind on $10-a-Day Child Care, Former Minister Says | The Tyee
Instead of universal access, parents describe the spots as a ‘lottery.’
thetyee.ca
July 14, 2025 at 2:30 PM
The provincial government’s deadline for achieving universal $10-a-day child care in British Columbia is just three years away.
But the province is not going to reach this goal by 2028, according to advocates and the former minister of state responsible for child care.
It won’t even be close.
But the province is not going to reach this goal by 2028, according to advocates and the former minister of state responsible for child care.
It won’t even be close.
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why call it white dwarf spectroscopy when you could call it ~necroplanetology~ 👻🪐
July 11, 2025 at 10:14 PM
why call it white dwarf spectroscopy when you could call it ~necroplanetology~ 👻🪐
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My painting PATCHWORK FIELDS
July 10, 2025 at 9:56 PM
My painting PATCHWORK FIELDS
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ME: What’s in the bag?
FRIEND: A bicycle helmet for my kid.
ME: When I was a kid, we didn’t wear helmets, and we turned out just fine.
FRIEND: Well, you know-
ME: When I was a kid, we didn’t wear helmets, and we turned out just fine.
FRIEND: ...
ME: What’s in the bag?
FRIEND: A bicycle helmet for my kid.
ME: When I was a kid, we didn’t wear helmets, and we turned out just fine.
FRIEND: Well, you know-
ME: When I was a kid, we didn’t wear helmets, and we turned out just fine.
FRIEND: ...
ME: What’s in the bag?
July 6, 2025 at 9:23 PM
ME: What’s in the bag?
FRIEND: A bicycle helmet for my kid.
ME: When I was a kid, we didn’t wear helmets, and we turned out just fine.
FRIEND: Well, you know-
ME: When I was a kid, we didn’t wear helmets, and we turned out just fine.
FRIEND: ...
ME: What’s in the bag?
FRIEND: A bicycle helmet for my kid.
ME: When I was a kid, we didn’t wear helmets, and we turned out just fine.
FRIEND: Well, you know-
ME: When I was a kid, we didn’t wear helmets, and we turned out just fine.
FRIEND: ...
ME: What’s in the bag?
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Gouldian Finch.
The Gouldian Finch (Chloebia gouldiae), also known as the Gould's Finch or the Rainbow Finch, is a colourful passerine bird that is native to Australia.
📷: @tracksbirding
The Gouldian Finch (Chloebia gouldiae), also known as the Gould's Finch or the Rainbow Finch, is a colourful passerine bird that is native to Australia.
📷: @tracksbirding
July 5, 2025 at 6:01 PM
Gouldian Finch.
The Gouldian Finch (Chloebia gouldiae), also known as the Gould's Finch or the Rainbow Finch, is a colourful passerine bird that is native to Australia.
📷: @tracksbirding
The Gouldian Finch (Chloebia gouldiae), also known as the Gould's Finch or the Rainbow Finch, is a colourful passerine bird that is native to Australia.
📷: @tracksbirding
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As Mark Twain said, “There are three kinds of lies: lies, damned lies, and statistics.”
When it comes to #GHG emissions, Alberta’s UCP government selectively uses statistics to persuade the world of the ludicrous claim that Alberta is a climate change leader, writes @ianurquhart.bsky.social.
When it comes to #GHG emissions, Alberta’s UCP government selectively uses statistics to persuade the world of the ludicrous claim that Alberta is a climate change leader, writes @ianurquhart.bsky.social.
How Alberta Fudges Its Climbing Oilsands Emissions | The Tyee
The province crows about a drop in ‘intensity’ while rising GHGs fuel the climate crisis.
thetyee.ca
June 26, 2025 at 4:02 PM
As Mark Twain said, “There are three kinds of lies: lies, damned lies, and statistics.”
When it comes to #GHG emissions, Alberta’s UCP government selectively uses statistics to persuade the world of the ludicrous claim that Alberta is a climate change leader, writes @ianurquhart.bsky.social.
When it comes to #GHG emissions, Alberta’s UCP government selectively uses statistics to persuade the world of the ludicrous claim that Alberta is a climate change leader, writes @ianurquhart.bsky.social.
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Reuters reporting that oil and gas producers in Alberta flared (i.e. burned off excess) natural gas to the tune of 912.7 million cubic metres in 2024.
By my math, that would emit about 1.8 megatonnes of greenhouse gas emissions.
Or roughly the equivalent of Alberta's entire cement industry.
By my math, that would emit about 1.8 megatonnes of greenhouse gas emissions.
Or roughly the equivalent of Alberta's entire cement industry.
Exclusive: Alberta blew past gas flaring ceiling in 2024 as province eliminates limit
Energy producers in Alberta, Canada's top oil-producing province, blew past the province's self-imposed limit on annual natural gas flaring in 2024 for a second year in a row, Reuters calculations show.
www.reuters.com
June 25, 2025 at 4:27 PM
Reuters reporting that oil and gas producers in Alberta flared (i.e. burned off excess) natural gas to the tune of 912.7 million cubic metres in 2024.
By my math, that would emit about 1.8 megatonnes of greenhouse gas emissions.
Or roughly the equivalent of Alberta's entire cement industry.
By my math, that would emit about 1.8 megatonnes of greenhouse gas emissions.
Or roughly the equivalent of Alberta's entire cement industry.
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amtrak’s marketing team gets it
June 21, 2025 at 12:21 PM
amtrak’s marketing team gets it
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If you’ve never seen one before, this is a strawberry finch.
June 20, 2025 at 2:03 PM
If you’ve never seen one before, this is a strawberry finch.