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A male chaffinch sings in an English vineyard. Natalia Zielonka

The hidden benefits of birdsong

Research shows that vineyards with higher bird species richness had louder and more complex soundscapes. Here’s why that matters.
Nature-based solutions, including wetlands and other biodiverse natural systems, can play an important role in ensuring climate resiliance. A view of the Yaqan Nukiy, also known as the Lower Kootenay Band First Nation, wetland restoration project is seen near Creston, B.C. in an undated photo. THE CANADIAN PRESS/Norm Allard

Nature-based solutions are cheap and effective, and governments have the tools to make them a reality

Nature-based solutions are a cost-effective means of addressing climate instability, and governments already have all the tools they need to help get these projects off the ground.
People walk by a tree at Edwards Gardens Park in Toronto on Sept. 3, 2024. THE CANADIAN PRESS/Paige Taylor White

Humanity’s future depends on our ability to live in harmony with nature

Climate change, biodiversity loss and resource depletion are not isolated problems — they are part of an interconnected web of crises that demand urgent and comprehensive action.
VR headsets let users explore natural settings like beaches, greenery and oceans, choosing the time of day and the weather. (Shutterstock)

Why virtual reality nature can’t provide the same wellness benefits as the real thing

It’s good for people to spend time in nature. But do those benefits extend to ‘virtual nature’ — experiencing the outdoors through a virtual reality headset?

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