The impact of climate change on our planet and way of life is terrifying. There is seemingly constant news about polar ice caps melting, different species of living creature or plant at threat of extinction, rising sea levels, dangerous pollution levels, deforestation, fire and the horrors that accompany all of these events. We are also told that small islands will feel these effects first. What therefore, does this all mean for Bermuda? What do we need to accept and what…
Climate Change
Climate Change
Bolstering the Blue Economy
Throughout 2021, The Bermudian will be exploring issues and initiatives which impact Bermuda’s most precious resource—our ocean. In the first of this year-long series, we look at the government-led Bermuda Ocean Prosperity Programme, which aims to nurture the sustainable, profitable…
May 4, 2021
Climate Change
How to Celebrate Earth Day at Home
Today is the 51st anniversary of Earth Day! First celebrated in 1970, we celebrate Earth Day as a way to raise awareness about environmental issues. Although we’re currently on lockdown, there are still plenty of ways to celebrate Earth Day…
April 22, 2021
Climate Change
6 Ways to Shop in Support of the Environment
Environmental icon Greta Thunberg said: "You are never too small to make a difference." With this in mind, enter into 2021 aiming to shop in support of Planet Earth with eco-friendly and environmentally-conscious products. Here's our list of the best…
January 12, 2021
Climate Change
Environmental Emergency: New Year’s Resolutions
Throughout 2020, scientists, climate activists and individuals who care have shared their knowledge and views about the impact climate change is having on Bermuda. Our island is under threat from rising temperatures, rising seas, stronger storms and increasing levels of…
December 1, 2020
Climate Change
Climate Catastrophe: Stronger Storms
How is climate change impacting Bermuda? In the third instalment of The Bermudian’s year-long environment series, we look at what steps we need to take now to prepare for what’s coming. On September 3, 2019, we watched in horror as…
September 15, 2020
