Ben Williamson

Ben is a former A\J editorial intern. He's currently a freelance writer based in Ottawa. He tells stories about nature, science and policy. 

Articles

Strawberries
Good on Paper
Jul 2014 | IN Art & Media 40.3 | BY Ben Williamson
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FreshPaper has a great story, savvy marketing and the goal of feeding the developing world, but only high-end supermarkets are buying it.
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UBC green roof by Don Earhardt in A\J AlternativesJournal.ca
Minds Over Matter
Nov 2013 | IN Heroes 39.6 | BY Ben Williamson
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Trends in new construction, curricula and food systems at universities across Canada are making smarter and more sustainable campuses.
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Blogs

Reviews

Screenshot from 'Stand' documentary film
Stand
Apr 15 2015 | IN Pipelines | REVIEWED BY Ben Williamson
Adventure sport environmentalism against the proposed Northern Gateway pipeline.
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Roller coaster in the ocean after Hurricane Sandy
Reality Check Cinema
Jul 08 2014 | IN Non-Renewables | REVIEWED BY Ben Williamson
A trio of climate film reviews: The Wisdom to Survive, Greedy Lying Bastards and The Carbon Rush.
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Ecotopia art exhibit review A\J AlternativesJournal.ca
Ecotopia
Feb 25 2014 | IN Artists | REVIEWED BY Ben Williamson
An exploration of the interplay between the natural and the constructed world.
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Oil Sands Karaoke
Oct 02 2013 | IN Careers | REVIEWED BY Ben Williamson
Director Charles Wilkinson offers a glimpse into the lives of pragmatic oil sands workers through the lens of a karaoke competition.
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