A Burning Issue: Cigarette Butts and Fire Risk in 2025
When we think about the dangers of cigarette butts, we often focus on pollution, not fire. But in 2025, with climate change intensifying drought conditions across Canada, the risk of wildfires caused by improperly discarded cigarette butts is higher than ever. As wildfires become more frequent, fast-moving, and destructive, it's crucial to understand how something as small as a smouldering cigarette can spark disaster.
An Invisible Threat: Microplastics’ Impact On Our Health
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.