Global methane emissions from the energy sector are about 70 per cent greater than the amount national governments have officially reported, according to new IEA analysis. This underlines the urgent need for enhanced monitoring efforts [Read more]
International action on climate change has grown since global commitments were made in the 2015 Paris Agreement. In Canada, more ambitious climate commitments were made in April 2021. These include: Increasing the original 2030 target of a [Read more]
According to research from the Pembina Institute, a switch to electric cargo vans in Canadian cities could result in substantial emissions reductions where transportation emissions are often higher than the national average. Between 2016 and [Read more]
Rating: High school and post-secondary Summary: Markham interviews Dr. Danny Cullenward, Stanford energy economist and lawyer, and co-author with Dr. David G. Victor, of the new book, “Making climate policy work.” Related links: Klein vs [Read more]
Rating: High school and post-secondary Summary: Markham interviews Mark Kirby, CEO of the Canadian Hydrogen and Fuel Cell Association, about the Dec. 16, 2020 announcement of a Canadian hydrogen strategy from the federal government. Related [Read more]
This article was published by the International Energy Agency on Dec. 1, 2019. Governments need to take stronger policy action to reverse the worrying slowdown in global energy efficiency improvements, according to a public survey [Read more]
By Michael Brown This article was published by Folio on Oct. 22, 2019 If Prime Minister Justin Trudeau is able to work with opposition parties, either formally or informally, then the possibility of significant constitutional [Read more]
Cutting PST on electricity will save more than $150 million annually for BC businesses, according to govt To contain rate increases, control costs, and to position BC Hydro for future success, the Government of British [Read more]
Globally, nearly 3 billion people forced to cook with wood, other fuels that produce smoke, resulting in 2.8 million premature deaths Bruce Murphy, IEA India Programme Manager, and Hannah Daly, WEO analyst On 28 April 2018 Indian [Read more]
Retailers are not required to upgrade their pumps with pay-at-the-pump technology On June 1, new Occupational Health and Safety (OHS) rules will take effect and make fuel prepayment mandatory at all gas stations in the [Read more]
$10 million to MEG Energy of Calgary to improve bitumen recovery in mining while reducing GHG emissions, water consumption The Government of Canada is contributing $26.34 million towards the development of technologies that lead to less pollution, [Read more]
Women in Cleantech Challenge is first of five challenges to be launched in coming months The Government of Canada is challenging women to innovate in the clean technology sector, with a reward of $1 million dollar [Read more]
80% of Canadians live in jurisdictions with a price on carbon pollution in 2017 A new analysis by Environment and Climate Change Canada says that pricing carbon can significantly reduce carbon pollution while maintaining a [Read more]
Adoption of electric buses expected to be focused in regions with government funding due to high upfront cost A new report from Navigant Research examines the global market for medium and heavy duty electric drive buses, providing [Read more]
New regulations take effect in 2020 The Alberta government announced a draft directive to deliver on commitment to cut industrial methane emissions 45 per cent by 2025, according to a press release. A key component [Read more]
Governments of Canada, Alberta will provide over $3.3 billion in federal funding to province over next decade A fleet of electric buses will soon be arriving in Edmonton, paid for by the governments of Canada, [Read more]
Economic Development Minister Deron Bilous, left, and Jonathan Clarkson 111 projects already receiving close to $9 million in support through first and second intakes of CARES program The Alberta Government announced the approval of 62 [Read more]
Funding for challenge is part of $1.4-billion investment, over seven years, for innovation projects Large industrial emitters with innovative ideas to reduce greenhouse gas emissions and save money are invited to apply for funding from [Read more]
Program includes $40-million fund income support to workers transitioning from thermal coal mines and coal-fired power plants to new jobs or retirement Alberta announced the distribution of funding for the coal communities that will be [Read more]
Panel will include three scientists and one Indigenous adviser The British Columbia government has appointed an independent panel for scientific review of hydraulic fracturing to ensure it is meeting the highest safety and environmental standards, [Read more]
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