Clayton H. Riddell Faculty of Environment News Archive
Research and International
UM-led research paves way for climate adaptive food systems for Indigenous and marginalized groups
June 21, 2024 —
A diverse team of researchers spanning six continents and more than ten countries has received funding from the Government of Canada to improve access to culturally significant foods for disadvantaged communities around the world.
Clayton H. Riddell Faculty of Environment, Earth, and Resources
Winnipeg Free Press: U of M researchers, exploration firms team up for lithium hunt
June 20, 2024 —
U of M researchers, exploration firms team up for lithium hunt
Research and International
The Conversation: Respectful canoeing means acknowledging Indigenous authority over the land and water
June 17, 2024 —
June 26 is National Canoe Day in Canada, and I think we should keep Taylor’s critique in mind as we consider how best to celebrate canoeing and all it offers. As an object and pastime that has been adopted and appropriated by settler Canadians as a national symbol, Taylor makes it clear there is a debt owed to Indigenous people for this appropriation.
Research and International
UM researchers to develop sustainable extraction methods for critical minerals
June 17, 2024 —
UM researchers are collaborating with industry and academic partners to develop innovative technologies and sustainable practices to address key issues related to critical metals exploration and extraction.
Clayton H. Riddell Faculty of Environment, Earth, and Resources
Reuters: Record low May sea ice rings alarm bells for Canada’s Hudson Bay polar bears
June 13, 2024 —
Record low May sea ice rings alarm bells for Canada's Hudson Bay polar bears
Scientists predict localized extinction of Hudson Bay polar bears if Paris Climate Agreements are breached
June 13, 2024 —
For the first time, a multi-disciplinary team of scientists, including UM's Julienne Stroeve and Alex Crawford, analyzed sea ice thickness against polar bear and seal survival across all of Hudson Bay; due to faster-than-expected sea ice loss, scientists predict localized polar bear extinction.
Provost and Vice-President (Academic)
Recognizing faculty excellence
June 6, 2024 —
On May 21, over 30 faculty were recognized for exceptional teaching, research and service at a reception held at Marshall McLuhan in UMSU University Centre.
CBC Manitoba: Effects of warmer Atlantic Ocean now being felt in northern Manitoba, experts say
May 28, 2024 —
Effects of warmer Atlantic Ocean now being felt in northern Manitoba, experts say
Clayton H. Riddell Faculty of Environment, Earth, and Resources
University of Waterloo: Can AI help save beluga whales?
May 16, 2024 —
Can AI help save beluga whales?
Clayton H. Riddell Faculty of Environment, Earth, and Resources
CTV Winnipeg: ‘Devastating’: Clear Lake watercraft ban will have an impact, business owners say
May 13, 2024 —
'Devastating': Clear Lake watercraft ban will have an impact, business owners say