An Invisible Threat
At A Greener Future, we spend our days walking the shorelines of Lake Ontario, picking up the pieces of a bigger problem: plastic pollution. From water bottles and cigarette butts to microplastics (nurdles), our mission is to remove as much of this waste as possible from our environment before it breaks down even further. But what happens when it already has? What happens when plastic becomes so small that it turns into something we can’t just pick up?
3 Tips to Make Your Daily Commute More Environmentally Friendly
In our busy daily lives, the journey to and from work, school, or errands often feels like a necessary routine. But what if you could also reduce the impact that it has on the planet? These include smart route planning, carpooling, and regular vehicle maintenance, which contribute to better outcomes for our wallets, vehicles, and the planet.
Protecting the Humber River Watershed
The Humber River Watershed is one of the largest and most ecologically significant areas in the Greater Toronto Area, supporting over 600 species and offering vital natural spaces. But increasing pollution, urban development, and climate change are threatening its health. This blog explores how organizations like A Greener Future are leading community cleanups in Toronto, contributing to initiatives like the Toronto Inner Harbour Floatables Strategy, and empowering residents to volunteer for environmental conservation. Discover how you can help protect local waterways, improve biodiversity, and support a cleaner, greener future.
How Did Plastic Become Such a Problem?
So far, 2024 has been a pivotal year for plastic negotiations as the global community bears the weight of the current plastic pollution crisis. From April 23–29, 2024, delegates from around the world gathered in Ottawa for the fourth session of the Intergovernmental Negotiating Committee on Plastic Pollution–INC-4, otherwise known as the global plastic treaty negotiations. From the Great Pacific Garbage Patch to the slums of Mumbai, to the shores of Lake Ontario, plastic has become a major component of climatic and environmental strife over the last 80 years.