Canada’s new climate plan is historic because it is the first to follow the science and chart a clear path to the 2030 target.
What does Canada’s new $15 billion plan mean for urban climate action?
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Why Canadians need the clean fuel standard
The clean fuel standard establishes a practical and predictable approach for removing 30 million tonnes of carbon every year without affecting daily life.
The uncomfortable path to climate action scale-up
With less than a decade left to stem the worst global climate impacts, we need to think critically about getting proven climate actions to scale…
A throne speech worthy of the next generation
If we asked a child of the next generation to look back at vintage footage of Canada’s 2020 throne speech, from the era of pandemic and wildfires, what would they need to hear?
On the path to recovery: how to “lock in” climate solutions
Achieving carbon neutrality will require leaving no stone unturned, no building un-retrofitted, and no emission reduction opportunity ignored.
Why is Toronto considering eliminating fuel efficiency standards instead of strengthening them?
The City of Toronto is considering eliminating important fuel efficiency standards for the vehicle-for-hire industry.
Ontario Conservation Cuts: Penny wise, Pound Foolish
Last month, the Province announced a massive cut to electricity conservation programs in Ontario. The cuts to conservation will actually increase total electricity system costs, leading to upward pressure on prices over time.
The Clean Fuel Standard Explained
You’ve probably heard about the federal government’s commitments to work with the provinces and territories to take action on climate change. But have you heard about the Clean Fuel Standard (CFS)? The Clean Fuel Standard is expected to have the largest carbon impact of any policy under the Pan-Canadian Framework on Clean Growth and Climate Change.
Ontario environment plan needs a better bang for its buck
Let’s focus on a potential opportunity: how Ontario can accelerate private sector investment in the transition to a low-carbon economy. Specifically, the proposed Ontario Carbon Trust (OCT) can succeed if it uses public funds to mobilize private capital and deliver local climate solutions.
Cities can’t lead from behind: TAF reviews Ontario climate plan
Unfortunately, Ontario’s proposed climate plan, Preserving and Protecting our Environment for Future Generations: A Made-in-Ontario Environment Plan, could weaken cities’ potential to contribute to climate protection in three ways.
