Castanet | TRU researchers start two-year project studying Adams River basin glaciers July 23, 2023
A TRU research team is embarking on a two-year project analyzing the glaciers that feed into the Adams River. “By studying the glaciers in the…
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CBC Kamloops | BC drought forecast July 20, 2023
Dr. Tom Pypker - associate professor in the Faculty of Science - speaks with Daybreak Kamloops about drought conditions across the province. Interview begins at…
CBC Kamloops | Heat-resistant cattle July 20, 2023
Researcher Dr. John Church speaks with Daybreak Kamloops about his work breeding cattle that can thrive in extreme heat and cold, calling them "the climate…
Radio NL | BC Coroners issue safety alert over wildfire smoke after nine-year-old’s death July 19, 2023
The BC Coroners Service has issued a public safety bulletin about wildfire smoke as it confirmed a nine-year-old boy died from a medical condition aggravated…
CBC BC | Smoke particles can change DNA, cause cancer, says B.C. scientist of wildfire health risk July 18, 2023
Dr. Michael Mehta, professor of environmental studies, discusses the health impacts of wildfire smoke that is blanketing spans of BC. Read more
CBC Radio | Reporting air quality levels July 17, 2023
Dr. Michael Mehta, professor of geography and environmental studies, says the province needs to do better when it comes to reporting air quality levels, saying…
CBC News | Impact of wildfire smoke July 17, 2023
Wildfire smoke continues to affect air quality throughout BC. "We have levels in Northern BC that are forty times higher than the World Health Organization…
CBC Radio | Impact of climate triage July 17, 2023
Dr. Michael Mehta, professor of geography and environmental studies, discusses "climate triage" and its impact on rural communities. Listen to interview
Mornings with Simi (980 CKNW) | Can cows be bred to be heat-resistant? July 13, 2023
Dr. John Church, BC Regional Innovation Chair in Cattle Industry Sustainability, speaks with CKNW's Simi Sara about his research to find a more heat-resistant cow.…
Salmon Arm Observer | Study focused on impact of glaciers melting in the Shuswap July 11, 2023
A TRU research team is studying glaciers in the headwaters of the Adams River, seeking to understand the influence glacial melt is having on the…
The Conversation | Anticipating Canada’s crisis response decisions can save critical time in future wildfire seasons July 5, 2023
“When it comes to wildfire risk management and other disasters, we need to improve dramatically...," said Dr. Michael Mehta - professor of geography and environmental…
CFJC Today | Merritt-based Edison Motors prepares to showcase clean technology on world stage event July 5, 2023
TRU alumni Eric Little and Chace Barber of Edison Motors discuss showcasing their first electric logging truck at the upcoming Fully Charged LIVE event in…
NewsNation | What are zombie fires? July 4, 2023
Dr. Michael Mehta, professor of geography and environmental studies, discusses zombie fires, wildfire smoke, air quality and your health. "Wood smoke is one of the most…
IndigiNews | Guided by her culture, Gitxsan scientist looks to old ways for climate resilience July 4, 2023
TRU alum Janna Wale, who is Gitxsan and Cree-Métis, looks at how Indigenous people can be resilient in the face of climate change. Read more
Clearwater Times | New edition of Exploring Wells Gray will subsidize initiatives in the park June 21, 2023
Student Sydney Nelson is part of a naturalist program at Wells Gray Park that will provide afternoon walks and evening talks throughout the summer. Read…
Radio NL | Heat and cattle June 21, 2023
Dr. John Church, BC Regional Innovation Chair in Cattle Industry Sustainability, speaks with Radio NL about his research to find a more heat-resilient cow in…
NewsNation Live | Canada official: Wildfires could last all summer June 14, 2023
More than 400 wildfires continue to burn across Canada. Dr. Michael Mehta, professor of geography and environmental studies, breaks down the reason behind some of…
Radio NL | Impact of smokey skies June 8, 2023
Dr. Michael Mehta, professor of environmental studies, talks about the impact of smokey skies in many parts of Canada and the US as wildfires continue…
NewsNation Live | Canadian wildfires: What’s the greatest danger? June 8, 2023
Unhealthy air quality alerts continued Thursday as smoke from over 400 Canadian wildfires blanketed the East Coast, affecting more than 100 million Americans. Dr. Michael…
Sun Peaks Independent News | Kamloops play tackles generational regret around climate change June 8, 2023
Arts faculty member George Johnson hopes his stage play Boomerangst will have a positive impact in Kamloops. Read more
