James Wilt
Reporter | Winnipeg, Manitoba
About James Wilt
James Wilt is a freelance journalist based in Winnipeg, Manitoba. He holds a journalism degree from Mount Royal University in Calgary. He regularly contributes to DeSmog Canada and VICE Canada, and has also written for CBC Calgary, Alberta Oil, Fast Forward Weekly and Geez magazine.
Canada moves to exempt most new oilsands projects from federal assessments
After more than a year of public hearings, the federal government unveiled its new and improved environmental assessment legislation in February 2018 with much ado.
Can technology lower the carbon footprint of Canada's oilsands?
Can technology lower the carbon footprint of Canada's oilsands?
CBC asks ethics watchdog to review its use of oil lobbyist's job board
Canada's national broadcaster has been advertising on Jeff Gaulin's Journalism Job Board for years. Now, it could get into trouble over potential conflict of interest concerns.
Churchill residents reeling from rail closure after unprecedented flooding
“We’ve never dealt with anything like this before,” Churchill, Man. resident Joe Stover told National Observer.
How private airports could warm the climate
Aviation is the only source of emissions still rapidly growing in rich countries.
Why Manitoba’s upcoming climate plan matters
Manitoba's emissions may be a mere blip on the national radar, but reductions still matter.