Canada must strive for an A in sustainability education. Anything less could mean a failing grade for net-zero targets
Investing in building a resilient workforce will have many benefits, including a strong economy and a better future for all.
Taiwan’s vital role in bridging gaps for global climate action
Fuelled by its manufacturing prowess, and pioneering skills in low-carbon technology and enhanced energy efficiency, Taiwan stands ready to make a substantial contribution.
Loss-and-damage agreement could be climate justice game changer—if done right
Canada must use its role on the international stage to ensure equitable and just outcomes for global loss-and-damage funding, such as calling for a grants-based mechanism and not loans that would increase the debt burden of vulnerable countries.
Oil and gas industry’s fancy foot-dragging wins the day, again
While the Conservative leader is busy trying to ‘ruin’ Trudeau’s holiday with procedural hi-jinks aimed at fighting the carbon tax, oil executives and their well-paid lobbyists can take comfort in their well-earned Christmas bonuses.
Environment Policy Briefing
Guilbeault ‘can’t do it on his own’: progress on greenhouse emissions reductions should not rest solely with minister, say environment experts, advocates
Canada is set to miss its target to reduce carbon emissions by at least 40 per cent below 2005 levels by 2030, according to the latest report from the office of the Commissioner of the Environment and Sustainable Development.
Adopting clean technology is a skills issue
Among the solutions like renewables and tax levers, Canada should be all-in on clean technology adoption which offers immediate-term benefits critical to achieving climate wins.
Health-care sector needs to reduce environmental harm as it heals
Environmental pollution caused by the health sector can lead to a chain reaction of public health consequences.
Rapid and clear interventions needed in the financial sector if we are to move the needle on emissions reduction
Canada needs credible and consistent policy to provide clarity and guidance to the financial sector for the biggest economic transformation we have seen since the industrial revolution.
A Youth Climate Corps would put workers and the climate first. Why won’t Trudeau make it happen?
We owe it to young people to do everything in our power to provide real hope and to fight the climate crisis like we want to win.
