Overview
Summarize the post .
For each discussion activity, you are responsible for posting a reply to at least one postings made by your classmates.
After you have made your original post, read some of the posts from your classmates and construct THREE reply post of 100-150 words that responds to THREE of your group-mate’s original posts. Your reply post should be written such that it does one or more of: identifies something that you find especially interesting or insightful about your classmate’s original post; poses an engaging and relevant question and/or builds on the ideas from your classmate’s original post; raises a real-life experience or observation that you feel would be relevant to illustrate or help further develop an idea or point in your classmate’s original post.
Please note that you will need to make an original post before you can read and respond to your peers’ posts.
Some points to keep in mind:
- Be clear and to the point in your postings.
- Edit your work. Your posts should be coherent and use proper grammar and spelling.
- Keep postings to 100- 150 words. Quality is better than quantity.
- Contribute your own thoughts about the material you have read.
- Support your thoughts by referencing the readings used, and references used in post below or other outside literature.
- Raise additional questions or points of discussion to stimulate further discussion.
- If you have questions, show that you have already tried to find a solution.
- Respect the viewpoints of your peers. Ask for clarification if you don’t understand a point. Assume good intentions.
- Use the proper terminology introduced in the course readings.
- When using literature in your postings, make sure to provide references in proper APA 7 Style.
- Show respect and sensitivity to peers' gender, cultural and linguistic background, political, and religious beliefs.
- You are strongly encouraged to take the time to review the following documents on writing quality discussion posting and on taking roles in discussions.Taking a role in online discussion.Taking a Role in Online Discussions Below are some roles that anyone in an online discussion can fulfill in order to help move an online discussion forward in productive ways. See if you can determine what role is required in your online discussion and then write a message that takes on that role. Devil's Advocate • Takes opposing points of view to those currently under discussion Pollinator • Travels to other groups, reads their postings and summarizes points made in other groups not made in home group. Facilitator • Comments on the groups process (e.g. “Perhaps we should all remember to put a subject line in our messages.”) • Encourages others to participate, • Starts a thread or an idea on the topic, if the discussion lags. Summarizer / Discussion Weaver • Summarizes the discussion for the group at specific intervals in 1 or 2 short paragraphs. Usually summarizes twice per week or if the discussion lags • Reminds others about what has already been discussed. • Asks the group what issues have been concluded and what ones are still to be discussed. • Relates ideas in posted messages to one another. Researcher • Assumes responsibility for looking at what is available on the net, journals etc. and brings ideas back to the group. Responder Replies to others and builds on the ideas of others. This is a role that everyone in the group must perform for every discussion.
- Help others feel safe about participating;
- Show curiosity and willingness to experiment;
- Make or raise issues that are relevant to the current focus of the class;
- Offer support for arguments; and
- Take into consideration the ideas already offered by others.
- And quality (insight and critical analysis) of your contributions Additionally, intellectual and thoughtful (i.e., you need to demonstrate that you have thought about the topic).
- The reply to a peer's post should not just agree or disagree with their statements. Instead, respond in a way that expands on the peer's question and ideas by incorporating relevant material from the textbook, unit, and media sources.
- Your response should provide new insights or perspectives, referencing the course content to deepen the conversation and encourage critical thinking.
- Word count: 400-600 words maximum.
POST-1 (Noelle Lamy )-I expressed to the oil investor that although oil has been one of the main sources of economic growth globally for at least a century, including in Canada, the world has been gradually diverting away from fossil fuels. This change, stepping away from oil, is due to the realization of its widespread damage to our planet, with increasing references concerning climate change, fluctuating oil markets, and the rising economic competitiveness of renewable energy sources that invest in things such as wind, solar, and hydro. With scientific research on its upper hand, it has made governments and corporations realize that investing in clean energy is better for the environment and creates a more reliable and profitable investment in the long run. As someone my family considers a “tree-hugger,” and a person who often attends climate protests and environmental demonstrations, I’ve seen firsthand how a growing number of Canadians, whether it be students, scientists, or business executives, are all pushing for a cleaner and more sustainable way of living in recognition to save the planet from ecological catastrophe. This evolution isn’t just about values or ideologies anymore, instead, it involves economics, risk management, and the future of Canadians, but generally worldwide prosperity.
Further into our conversation, I explained that the effects of climate change are already being felt here at home, with more wildfires, floods, and extreme weather events across Canada, all contributed to by burning oil and other fossil fuels. Global temperatures are constantly being monitored as it is slowly peaking, at the moment, it is predicted to be between 1.35 - 1.5 Celsius, and if it increases beyond 1.5 to 2 degrees Celsius, above pre-industrial levels, scientists forewarn that the planet could encounter serious environmental instability, health risks for humankind, and in various locations across Earth, nearly unlivable conditions (Lindsey & Dahlman, 2024). We’ve seen devastating wildfires in British Columbia and Northern Alberta, floods that have displaced entire communities in Québec and Nova Scotia, and extreme weather events that have caused millions of dollars in damage across the country (Sawywe, Ness, Clark & Beugin, 2020). Due to this, several insurance companies are insisting on raising premiums or pulling out of high-risk areas because the environmental outcomes are costly and becoming increasingly high (Prizzon, 2025). In response, we’re seeing the beginnings of an economic transition triggered by certain provinces in Canada. For example, Québec plans to stop the sale of new gas-powered cars by 2035 (Lofaro, 2024). British Columbia has had a carbon tax in place for years and continues to put money into green infrastructure, from cleaner public transit to more energy-efficient buildings (Lindsay, 2019). At the national level, the federal government is aiming for net-zero emissions by 2050 and is putting billions into clean technology, transit systems, and renewable energy projects to help get there (Government of Canada, 2024).
Furthermore, one of the biggest industries in the world, the auto industry, has begun to adapt to improve environmental conditions. Ontario has become a principal actor in North America’s electric vehicle (EV) supply chain, these massive investments signal where the market is headed in the future (Invest Ontario, 2024). Internationally, countries like Norway are already ahead, with most of their new vehicles sold being electric, and the European Union (EU) is moving aggressively to phase out internal combustion engines by 2035 (Joubert, 2022). Simultaneously, renewable energy is no longer a niche industry, as it is now one of the cheapest sources of new electricity generation in many locations around the world, including here in Canada, where hydro, wind, and solar already power much of the national grid.
Ultimately, I told him that this isn’t about attacking the oil industry or denying its past importance. Instead, it’s about preparing ourselves and our prospective generations for the future. The environmental movement isn’t anti-business, it’s pro-future. We want to see jobs, innovation, and economic growth continue, but not at the expense of clean air, stable communities, and a habitable planet. Being proactive on the environment is no longer just an ethical position; it is a smart financial and social strategy. Whether you care about the land, your grandchildren, or your investment portfolio, the reality stays the same. The world is changing, and Canada is changing with it. If these changes are to be ignored, we risk being left behind. Taking action immediately can lead to a greener and more prosperous Canada and the world in general. It’s not solely about saving the environment, it’s also about securing the economy, ensuring energy independence, and creating job industries that will define the next century. As the world walks down this path of new evolution, Canada can play a large role with its resources and innovation, putting us in a prime position to be at the forefront of this transformation. The choices made today will determine whether we remain competitive on the global stage or fall behind in the face of a rapidly changing economy.
REFERENCES
Government of Canada. (September 3, 2024). Net-zero emissions by 2050. https://www.canada.ca/en/s
ervices/environment/weather/climatechange/climate-plan/net-zero-emissions-2050.html
Invest Ontario. (May 14, 2024). Asahi Kasei chooses Ontario to build Canada’s first EV battery
separator plant. https://www.investontario.ca/press-release/asahi-kasei-chooses-ontario-build-c
anadas-first-ev-battery-separator-plant
Joubert, M. (June 10, 2022). EU’s vote could be the beginning of the end for combustion engine cars.
Northeastern Global News. https://news.northeastern.edu/2022/06/10/ban-on-combustion-
engine-cars/
Lindsay, B. (April 4, 2019). How B.C. brought in Canada’s 1st carbon tax and avoided economic disaster.
CBC News. https://www.cbc.ca/news/canada/british-columbia/carbon-tax-bc-1.5083734
Lindsey, R. & Dahlman, L. (January 18, 2024). Climate change: Global Temperature. Climate.gov. Htt
ps://www.climate.gov/news-features/understanding-climate/climate-change-global-temperatu
Lofaro, J. (December 16, 2024). Quebec passes bill that bans gas-powered vehicle sales by 2035. CTV
News. https://www.ctvnews.ca/montreal/article/quebec-passes-bill-that-bans-gas-powered-veh
Prizzon, A. (January 17, 2025). Severe weather conditions cost Canada $8.5B in 2024: What does it
mean for insurance? RateHub. https://www.ratehub.ca/blog/2024-record-breaking-severe-wea
Sawyer, D., Ness, R., Clark, D. & Beugin, D. (December, 2020). Tip of the Iceberg. Canadian Climate
Institue. https://climatechoices.ca/wp-content/uploads/2020/12/Tip-of-the-Iceberg-_-CoCC
_-Institute_-Full.pdf
POST-2 (Bridgette Merry )-
I think my initial response to this statement would be a bit of shock, considering how evident climate change has become in the world we live in today. I would mention that in 2025 alone, the hottest January ever was recorded, the L.A. wildfires killed 28 people and burned more than 16,000 homes, and February flooding in the Appalachian region caused 23 deaths and destroyed homes and buildings (World Meteorological Organization, 2025; Singh & Ram, 2025; Center for Disaster Philanthropy, 2025). All of these events can be attributed to climate change to some extent. While the specific examples mentioned pertain to the United States, it is important to note that similar events are occurring worldwide and action needs to be taken to slow down the devastating effects of climate change.
Ideally, the individual will then start to contemplate their stance on the environment, and I would then proceed with examples specifically related to the oil industry, especially since they have invested in oil. For example, I would mention that while the extensive reach and interconnectedness of oil pipelines allows for them to be important for energy and economic growth, pipeline accidents pose problems for the environment via the release of large amounts of greenhouse gases (Erickson & Lazarus, 2014; Lu et al., 2023). Greenhouse gases cause the “greenhouse effect”, which, as its name suggests, is comparable to what occurs in greenhouses, meaning light is able to pass through freely, but thermal radiation accumulates inside, raising the temperature (Filonchyk et al., 2024).
With the help of the buildup of the previous oil-specific examples and how these issues contribute to greenhouse gases the next step is to prove why this should matter to humans. While explaining the effects climate change has on the human population, I would mention effects currently occurring and expected in the future, specifically in Texas. Ideally, this would make it personal and relatable to the individual. While what is happening elsewhere in the world due to climate change is equally as important, it may be harder for this specific individual to understand the gravity of the situation if they aren’t seeing or expecting the effects first-hand. In the Southwest region of the United States, including Texas, it is expected that climate change will lead to an increase in temperatures and droughts, which in turn leads to increased wildfires (U.S. Global Change Research Program, 2014). Furthermore, rainstorms and floods are expected to worsen while summers are predicted to cause problems for the agricultural community and human health due to the increasing temperatures and dryness (United States Environmental Protection Agency, 2016). While the predicted effects of climate change pose serious problems, these predictions depend on human activity, specifically the emission of greenhouse gases, and thus the resolution can only be in the hands of humans (National Aeronautics and Space Administration, n.d.).
Moreover, it may be helpful to mention statements made by influential figures, such as those by the Pope, to further reinforce how dire the situation has become. In 2015, Pope Francis released an encyclical stating that “the climate is a common good”, meaning it belongs to and is meant for everyone (Francis, 2015, as cited in The Guardian, 2015). He also mentions that humanity must acknowledge that changes in lifestyle, production, and consumption must occur to counteract the warming of the planet (Francis, 2015, as cited in The Guardian, 2015). These statements alone are quite moving and especially reinforces the idea that human involvement is required to progress towards resolution of the climate change problem.
All of the above tactics and examples would ideally provide compelling reasons as to why this individual should care about the environment, especially considering human involvement is needed to prevent the problematic future that is predicted to be in store for us if we continue on this trajectory.
References
Center for Disaster Philanthropy. (2025, April 18). 2025 Appalachian Floods. https://disasterphilanthropy.org/disasters/2025-appalachian-floods/#:~:text=Approximately%20nine%20inches%20of%20rain,in%20Virginia%2C%20causing%20widespread%20flooding.
Erickson, P., & Lazarus, M. (2014, August 10). Impact of the Keystone XL pipeline on global oil markets and greenhouse gas emissions. Nature Climate Change, 4, 778-781. https://doi.org/10.1038/nclimate2335
Filonchyk, M., Peterson, M. P., Zhang, L., Hurynovich, V., & He, Y. (2024, July 20). Greenhouse gases emissions and global climate change: Examining the influence of CO2, CH4, and N2O. Science of The Total Environment, 935. https://doi.org/10.1016/j.scitotenv.2024.173359
The Guardian. (2015, June 18). Pope Francis: The Earth, our home, is beginning to look like an immense pile of filth. https://www.theguardian.com/commentisfree/2015/jun/18/pope-francis-encyclical-extract
Lu, H., Xu, Z.-D., Cheng, Y. F., Peng, H., Xi, D., Jiang, X., Ma, X., Dai, J., & Shan, Y. (2023, May 13). An inventory of greenhouse gas emissions due to natural gas pipeline incidents in the United States and Canada from 1980s to 2021. Scientific Data, 10, 282. https://doi.org/10.1038/s41597-023-02177-0
National Aeronautics and Space Administration. (n.d.). The Effects of Climate Change. https://science.nasa.gov/climate-change/effects/
Singh, I., & Ram, A. (2025, January 28). L.A. fire conditions made 35 per cent more likely thanks to climate change, researchers say. CBC News. https://www.cbc.ca/news/science/california-fires-climate-change-1.7443957#:~:text=News-,L.A.%20fire%20conditions%20made%2035%20per%20cent%20more%20likely%20thanks,happen%20due%20to%20climate%20change.
United States Environmental Protection Agency. (2016, August). What Climate Change Means for Texas. https://www.epa.gov/sites/default/files/2016-09/documents/climate-change-tx.pdf
U.S. Global Change Research Program. (2014). Southwest. https://nca2014.globalchange.gov/report/regions/southwest#menu-report
World Meteorological Organization. (2025, February 14). January 2025 sees record global temperatures despite La Niña. https://wmo.int/media/news/january-2025-sees-record-global-temperatures-despite-la-nina
POST-3 (Avery Helm )-
Your money is not just in oil. It is linked to the policies, markets, and environmental shifts that influence how the energy industry is to develop in the future. Even oil companies themselves recognize these trends, investing in renewables and sustainability because “the prevalence of these ideas has been the establishment at the federal level and in many provinces of increasingly elaborate ‘regulatory management’ systems” (Winfield, 2024, p. 17). The harsh reality is that the market is not simply about extraction anymore; it’s about adaptation.
Ignoring environmental issues harms businesses just as much as it harms ecosystems. Disasters brought on by climate change have resulted in enormous financial losses, compelling governments to enact stringent environmental regulations. As Winfield notes, "international trade agreements, like the North American Free Trade Agreement (NAFTA) and the World Trade Organization Agreements (WTO) to which Canada is party, impose important restrictions on strategies that may be employed to address environmental problems" (Winfield, 2014, p. 18). Whether investors such as yourself like it or not, these limits have an impact on businesses, including the oil industry.
Hurricanes and droughts are two examples of how environmental instability is directly affecting Texas. The consequences of these policy shifts are also highlighted by Winfield, stating that “the policy and operational capacity of federal environmental agencies has been significantly eroded through substantial budgetary reductions" (Winfield, 2014, p. 21). Such instability in policy and environmental management might lead to unpredictable costs for investors.
Although I've been referred to as a tree-hugger more times than I can remember, environmental campaigning aims to make industry wiser rather than shut them down. Businesses that invest in green technologies are safeguarding their future in a changing economy, not giving up profits. Many regulatory instruments, when backed with a credible expectation of enforcement, “are generally seen to offer relatively high certainty of outcomes” (Winfield, 2014, p. 16). Predictability in fluctuating markets is what astute investors want!
Maintaining economic stability is equally important to environmental protection as preserving forests. If oil firms are changing, then so should their investors. The future belongs to those who understand that sustainability is a financial need rather than merely a trend. Therefore, your money is not just in oil, it's in the future of energy and the innovation that keeps businesses competitive.
References
Winfield, M. (2014). Implementing environmental policy in Canada. York University. https://sei.info.yorku.ca/files/2012/12/Implementi...
LABEL POST -1 AS (Noelle Lamy )
Post -1 summary reply WRITE in 9-12 lines also add personal opinion it should be personal opinion about other post and also add creative attractive question. Do not use AI AND CHATGPT AS MAM HAS SOFTWARE TO DETECT EACH AND EVERY LINE . She has software to detect each and every single word.
LABEL POST -2 AS (Bridgette Merry )
Post -2 summary reply WRITE in 9-12 lines also add personal opinion it should be personal opinion about other post and also add creative attractive question. Do not use AI AND CHATGPT AS MAM HAS SOFTWARE TO DETECT EACH AND EVERY LINE . She has software to detect each and every single word.
LABEL POST-3 AS (Avery Helm )
Post -3 summary reply WRITE in 9-12 lines also add personal opinion it should be personal opinion about other post and also add creative attractive question. Do not use AI AND CHATGPT AS MAM HAS SOFTWARE TO DETECT EACH AND EVERY LINE . She has software to detect each and every single word.
Grading criteria is
Criteria A+ Discussion Post
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- All response posts engaged classmates in further dialogue on the topic. The reply to a peer's post should not just agree or disagree with their statements. Instead, respond in a way that expands on the peer's question or ideas by incorporating relevant material from the textbook, unit, and media sources.
- Your response should provide new insights or perspectives, referencing the course content to deepen the conversation and encourage critical thinking.
- Word count: 400-600 words maximum
- Length guidelines met; writing clear and compelling; poses an engaging and relevant question and/or builds on the ideas from a classmate's original post OR raises a real-life experience or observation relevant to illustrating or further developing an idea or point in a classmate's original post. Help others feel safe about participating; Show curiosity and willingness to experiment; Make or raise issues that are relevant to the current focus of the class; Offer support for arguments; and Take into consideration the ideas already offered by others. Generally try to avoid using "I agree" style statements and focus your follow ups on adding and expanding to the discussion.
criteria:
- Knowledge: Demonstrating understanding of the unit’s material, including the integration of the textbook, unit modules, and assigned media.
- Originality: Offering new ideas, perspectives, and critical reflections.
- Critical Thinking: Analyzing and synthesizing course concepts in the context of the media.
- Clarity of Communication: Ensuring that ideas are clearly articulated, well-structured, and easy to follow.
- Quality and Conciseness: Providing thoughtful, concise responses without unnecessary elaboration.
- Timeliness/Frequency: Posting both the initial discussion and the responses on time, and actively engaging with peers.
- Citation and Referencing: Correctly citing and referencing all sources (textbook, unit modules, and media) in APA format, with no outside sources used.
Grading Rubric
The following rubric will guide you on how your discussions will be evaluated.
Criteria | Excellent 58 - 60 points |
Knowledge | The reply post integrated evidence directly from the required reading, unit modules, and assigned media to support a clear and thoughtful position on the topic of discussion. |
Originality | The reply post introduced new ideas or perspectives to the discussion, demonstrating deep engagement with the topic. |
Critical thinking | The reply post included an original, thoughtful question that stimulated further group discussion, expanding on the unit material and media. |
Clarity of communication | The reply post clearly explained concepts, theory, and/or research introduced in the unit, media, and textbook. Ensuring that ideas are clearly articulated, well-structured, and easy to follow. |
Quality of writing | The reply post paraphrased information from the required reading and were appropriate for an academic audience, with few spelling or grammatical errors. Post(s) display an excellent understanding of the required readings, video and underlying concepts including correct use of terminology. Postings should integrate no outside resource only internal readings provided in course material to support important points and extend the learning of the group.
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Citation and Referencing | The post correctly cited sources using APA style for in-text citations and a reference list, without errors. |
Conciseness | The reply post adhered to the 100-150 word count exactly requirement. |
Overall Score | Level 10 |
58 and Above |
Readings are as follows:
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I have attached the pdf in order reading1 AND reading 2 PDF AND reading 3 PDF AND reading 4 PDF and DOCX NO –5 IS THE GRADING RUBRIC PHOTO.
READING-1 Chapter 1: Making Sense of Earth's Politics (very very important reading
Dryzek, J. S. (2021). The politics of the Earth: Environmental discourses (4th ed.). OUP Oxford.https://www.vitalsource.com/en-ca/products/the-politics-of-the-earth-john-s-dryzek-v9780192592637?srsltid=AfmBOopaJ5nOdR_Utd0OI5-svrcWKEYq-ASfGRbjK4CvtGl6xF5n79Pg
READING-2 Chapter 2: Lomming Tragedy pdf (very very important reading
Dryzek, J. S. (2021). The politics of the Earth: Environmental discourses (4th ed.). OUP Oxford.https://www.vitalsource.com/en-ca/products/the-politics-of-the-earth-john-s-dryzek-v9780192592637?srsltid=AfmBOopaJ5nOdR_Utd0OI5-svrcWKEYq-ASfGRbjK4CvtGl6xF5n79Pg
Reading 3- Unit 02: Beyond the Limits? Understanding Processes of Environmental Change Sharma, A. (2025). “Unit 02: Beyond the Limits? Understanding Processes of Environmental Change’' [Course Content] University of Guelph. https://courselink.uoguelph.ca/d2l/le/content/967013/viewContent/4104153/View
Reading-4 Rockström, J. (2023, June 5). Planetary boundaries: Scientific advances [Video]. YouTube. https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=7KfWGAjJAsM
DOCX NO 5- GRADING INSTRUCTION AND GRADING RUBRIC VERY VEYR VERY VERY IMPORTANT DOCX HAS TO BE FOLOWED (in the form of image)(very very very important)
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suggestion. given by mam Improvement - Generally try to avoid using "I agree" style statements and focus your follow ups on adding and expanding to the discussion and respond in a way that expands on the peer's question or ideas by incorporating relevant material from the textbook, unit, and media sources.
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only these sources which i have provided you have been provided in post for post1 and reference for post which are provided only those no outsource has to be used.
First analyse the post -1 and then write the reply post-1 (intext citation should match with reference and no outsource has to be used).(REFERTNCES USED BY FOR POST 1 SHOULD ONLY BE SUED FOR REPLY POST1)
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Ihave attached the grading rubric for student reply post.