Wilson Center Experts
Peter Stoett
Fulbright Canada -Wilson Center Chair
Canada Institute
Expertise:
Environment
; Biodiversity
; Environmental Security
; Migration
; Population
; Demography
; Security and Defense
; Border Security
; International Security
; North America
; Canada
Affiliation:
Professor and Chair, Concordia University, Montreal, Canada.
Wilson Center Project(s):
“Transborder Counter-Bioinvasion: Canada-U.S. Policy Networks on Invasive Alien Species.”
Major Publications
Peter Stoett argues that permanent solutions for environmental policies must be rooted in effective institutions at all levels. He offers a compelling exposé of the environmental challenges of our time and examines the enormity of the collective problems we face, and the many people, laws and policies dedicated to solving them with his new book, Global Ecopolitics: Crisis, Governance, and Justice.
Related Content for this Expert
A Northern View: Canada’s Climate Claims and Obligations
May 16, 2012Reneging on Kyoto, Keystone pipeline drama, pain at the pump, re-aligned Arctic sovereignty, melting outdoor hockey rinks – all these aspects of climate change are being discussed in Canada.
However, Canadians, as potential citizens of the next energy superpower, need a more comprehensive and enriching debate. Climate change adaptation measures, at home and abroad, are inevitable, but the issue has largely been ignored by the federal government thus far. more
Uninvited Guests: Invasive Alien Species and the Threat to Ecosystems and Economies
May 08, 2012 // 9:00am — 11:00am
Experts agree that ongoing trade, habitat destruction, and climate change will exacerbate the threat posed by invasive alien species throughout Canada and the United States. The invasive species threat has immediate and long-term implications for the ecology, biodiversity, economic prosperity, human health, and national security of both countries. more
So Canada Left Kyoto: Why? and What’s Next?
March 21, 2012 // 10:00am — 12:00pm
On December 12, 2011, Canada declared its intention to formally withdraw from the Kyoto Protocol. The decision set off a variety of reactions towards Canada, a nation with a generally progressive environmental record. The Canada Institute has organized this event to evaluate the reasons why Canada chose to leave Kyoto, how Canada can move forward in being a responsible steward and what impact Canada’s decisions can have on international environmental governance in the future. more
Climate Change Politics in North America (Part One)
May 18, 2006 // 1:00pm — 5:30pm
The Wilson Center's Canada Institute and ECSP host a two-day conference in partnership with the University of New Hampshire to examine the rapidly evolving North American debate on climate change politics. more
Climate Change Politics in North America (Part Two)
May 19, 2006 // 9:00am — 2:00pm
The Wilson Center's Canada Institute and Environmental Change and Security Program host a two-day conference in partnership with the University of New Hampshire to examine the rapidly evolving North American debate on climate change politics. more
Climate Change Politics in North America: The State of Play
Jul 07, 2011This report examines key aspects and issues of North American politics and policymaking related to climate change. Edited By Henrik Selin and Stacy D. VanDeveer. more
ECSP Report 3: Official Statements and New Publications
Jul 07, 2011Excerpts from recent official statements in which environmental issues are cited in the context of security institutions and national interests, and reviews by experts of new publications. more
A Northern View: Canada’s Climate Claims and Obligations
May 16, 2012Reneging on Kyoto, Keystone pipeline drama, pain at the pump, re-aligned Arctic sovereignty, melting outdoor hockey rinks – all these aspects of climate change are being discussed in Canada.
However, Canadians, as potential citizens of the next energy superpower, need a more comprehensive and enriching debate. Climate change adaptation measures, at home and abroad, are inevitable, but the issue has largely been ignored by the federal government thus far.
Uninvited Guests: Invasive Alien Species and the Threat to Ecosystems and Economies
May 08, 2012 // 9:00am — 11:00am
Experts agree that ongoing trade, habitat destruction, and climate change will exacerbate the threat posed by invasive alien species throughout Canada and the United States. The invasive species threat has immediate and long-term implications for the ecology, biodiversity, economic prosperity, human health, and national security of both countries.
So Canada Left Kyoto: Why? and What’s Next?
March 21, 2012 // 10:00am — 12:00pm
On December 12, 2011, Canada declared its intention to formally withdraw from the Kyoto Protocol. The decision set off a variety of reactions towards Canada, a nation with a generally progressive environmental record. The Canada Institute has organized this event to evaluate the reasons why Canada chose to leave Kyoto, how Canada can move forward in being a responsible steward and what impact Canada’s decisions can have on international environmental governance in the future.
Climate Change Politics in North America (Part Two)
May 19, 2006 // 9:00am — 2:00pm
The Wilson Center's Canada Institute and Environmental Change and Security Program host a two-day conference in partnership with the University of New Hampshire to examine the rapidly evolving North American debate on climate change politics.
Climate Change Politics in North America (Part One)
May 18, 2006 // 1:00pm — 5:30pm
The Wilson Center's Canada Institute and ECSP host a two-day conference in partnership with the University of New Hampshire to examine the rapidly evolving North American debate on climate change politics.
