Experts say smaller-scale geothermal has a future in the NWT
After "spectacular failures," backers of geothermal energy are starting to think smaller. Here's how they believe heat from the ground can help NWT communities.
How much snow did the NWT get this past month?
Just how snowy was November? We know all about Yellowknife's snow-clearing troubles but the picture was different elsewhere in the NWT. Here are the stats.
Climate change ‘outpacing North’s capacity to adapt’
The rate of climate change in the North is exceeding communities’ capacity to adapt, according to a federal report.
What northern supports are in Canada’s new climate strategy?
Canada's climate change adaptation strategy and action plan includes a $41-million program that could help northerners, plus more wildfire and flood supports.
What can caribou hear? Scientists work to understand impact of noise
Want to hear a caribou belch? Today's your lucky day. Scientists have been working out what, exactly, the animals can hear – which could help protect them.
TV chef hosts Aklavik muskox-cooking workshop
Rich Francis, a Top Chef Canada finalist and Indigenous cuisine expert, is teaching Aklavik residents how to cook muskox – an unfamiliar food source locally.
Map of NWT’s permafrost aims to change ‘oversimplified’ story
"Think of permafrost as having personalities." How permafrost affects the land varies widely across the NWT, but we haven't had a detailed map. Soon we might.
The GNWT wants to know how climate change is affecting you
The territorial government has launched an online survey to learn more about residents’ experiences of climate change and their primary climate concerns.
Yellowknife’s Javaroma receives federal funding for expansion
The Government of Canada will provide $86,602 in funding to help Javaroma Gourmet Coffee and Tea open a new location in downtown Yellowknife.
Progress reports released on work to help NWT species at risk
Progress reports on work to keep polar bears, amphibians and boreal caribou in the NWT from disappearing were released this week.
Researchers to study aquatic effects of rare earths at Nechalacho
Scientists have begun a three-year project at the Nechalacho rare earth elements mine to understand the elements' potential effects on the aquatic environment.
Is the GNWT on track to meet its climate goals?
The territorial government is making progress on its strategies to address climate change, according to the latest annual reports, but experts say efforts are falling short.