I'll try to look up some organizations for environmental advocacy in BC (I don't know any currently) and hopefully get back to you with ideas, as I work around this sector for New York. DM me if you have any specific questions and I'll see what I can do!

I knew this would be here when I got to the comments. Thanks for making me smile!

Hell yeah MapQuest! Glad to hear they're still making improvements, and this is an important one, especially not just focusing on Flock.

We finally got authorized for 2 more staff in our office, and one started this week! It's been amazing to start training in earnest. Still so much that needs to be done, but the help and potential is incredible and gives us hope.

Otherwise, we're getting ready for winter, got home repairs done just in time, and ready to tackle seasonal yard work so we don't have a ton to do in the spring. Best wishes to everyone for a restful weekend!

I'm pumped! Used to be in this industry. Glad progress is being made and cheers on your efforts!

quietly, in the distance ... 🎶 Do you hear the people sing... 🎶

I realize not close ones, but my partner is for sure my #1. Hard to rely on the one for everything, and social anxiety trying to make new friends as I get older is even more daunting. Lesson to the youth - take care to have friends as you age!

More milk per milk

Throwing the suggestion in there to check out Democracy Now!

Extreme highs and lows all in the past week, and trying not to get whiplash from it. Otherwise it's the usual grind. I'm really taking weekends and nights to be as peaceful as possible, reserving one day a week for all the really annoying chores and things that need attention. It helps to make it feel like I'm not on the Struggle Bus Express but a few days a week. Sending well wishes to everyone out there.

Nice, now add environmental education where they're furthest from a screen and instead touching grass, learning about native plants and wildlife, and exploring environmental careers.

This was a well written article -- and boy, we're in for a hell of a ride. We need to start shaping cities to withstand larger bursts of precipitation with rain gardens, permeable surfaces, green infrastructure, and enhanced storm water systems. Fortunately, we have many non profits trying to address this with climate corps type jobs, but not as many young folks getting into the trades that we need (construction, plumbing, electric, architecture, engineering, carpentry, metalwork, etc.).

If you're reading this and want to help in these fields, look into getting some basic certifications. Here's a starter link. Also, look up your local environmental organizations and get involved! I've found that if you're not interested in committing to a long term gig, you can find a grant funded position (or be the one who seeks grants on behalf of an organization). Getting involved can look like a lot of different things, and the variety of roles is vast.

I never stopped being fascinated with atmospheric physics. Although I miss being paid to be a researcher, I'm still trying to help on the other end by understanding the economy of green/sustainable industries to bring the two together.