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Canada’s leading climate change policy research organization. climateinstitute.ca
Ontario is aiming to drop its climate targets and action plans, just as climate-fuelled extreme weather intensifies. Read our full statement ⬇️
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Ontario aims to drop climate targets and action plans as climate-fuelled extreme weather intensifies
OTTAWA — Rick Smith, President of the Canadian Climate Institute, made the following statement in response to the Ontario government’s proposed legislative amendments, outlined in the 2025 Ontario Eco...
https://climateinstitute.ca/news/ontario-aims-to-drop-climate-targets/
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LAST CALL to apply and be part of the 2026 Indigenous Perspectives series! If you’re a First Nations, Inuit or Métis researcher, Knowledge Holder, and writer in the climate policy space, we and
@yourcier.bsky.social
want to hear from you. Apply today ⬇️
climateinstitute.ca/reports/indi...
about 23 hours ago
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Ahead of COP30, the
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has released a statement urging govs to strengthen their climate gov. It speaks to the critical role that independent climate councils play providing evidence-based advice in support of smart climate policy 🔽
www.climatecouncils.org/iccn-work/fr...
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From ambition to implementation: climate councils propel progress - International Climate Councils Network (ICCN)
ICCN joint statement Ten years on from the Paris Agreement, the International Climate Councils Network (ICCN) has released a joint… More →
https://www.climatecouncils.org/iccn-work/from-ambition-to-implementation-climate-councils-support-governments-to-deliver/
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Strong European leadership on display in advance of the UN’s COP30 climate summit in Brazil. ⬇️ The EU has reached an agreement to slash emissions 90% by 2040 from 1990 levels.
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Commission welcomes strengthened EU climate ambition ahead of COP30
The Commission welcomes the agreement reached by Member States on an ambitious new EU Nationally Determined Contribution (NDC) under the Paris Agreement
https://ec.europa.eu/commission/presscorner/detail/en/ip_25_2592
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Today’s federal budget takes clear steps to strengthen Canada’s climate competitiveness, but success will depend on swift implementation and more details to create policy certainty and attract investment. Read our full statement ⬇️
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Budget 2025 takes clear steps to strengthen Canada's climate competitiveness
Success will hinge on swift implementation and more concrete details to create policy certainty and attract investment.
https://climateinstitute.ca/news/budget-2025-takes-clear-steps-to-strengthen-canadas-climate-competitiveness/
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With the federal government set to deliver its budget this week, here’s what we’ll be looking for in its climate competitiveness strategy 🔽
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What to look for in Canada’s climate competitiveness strategy
The federal government is set to deliver its budget next week. It is expected to include a climate competitiveness strategy that ...
https://climateinstitute.ca/what-to-look-for-in-canadas-climate-competitiveness-strategy/
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Investing in adaptation now saves costs in the future by protecting health, homes and livelihoods. We were happy to contribute to this
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's report profiling cost-effective adaptation policies from around the world, incl. 🇨🇦🔽
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The Climate Council Case for Investing in Adaptation Now - International Climate Councils Network (ICCN)
Adaptation Working Group Report A joint call from climate councils urging governments to invest in adaptation now to reduce future… More →
https://www.climatecouncils.org/iccn-work/the-climate-council-case-for-investing-in-adaptation-now/
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Canada needs to diversify its export markets, but a key ingredient is missing: transition plans. Here’s why Canadian businesses need to adopt these powerful tools to be competitive in the global energy transition. ⬇️
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Transition plans can help Canadian businesses diversify to markets beyond the U.S.
Diversifying Canada’s export markets is indeed a necessary path forward to ensure the future competitiveness of businesses and ...
https://climateinstitute.ca/transition-plans-can-help-canadian-businesses-diversify-export-markets/
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Calling all First Nations, Métis and Inuit researchers and Knowledge Holders in the climate policy space! The deadline to apply to our Indigenous Perspectives series has been extended to Nov. 7 ⬇️
#IndigenousResearch
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Here’s what we’ll be looking for when the federal government releases its climate competitiveness strategy next week as part of the federal budget. ⬇️
nationalnewswatch.com/2025/10/31/w...
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What to look for in Canada’s climate competitiveness strategy
National Newswatch: Canada's most comprehensive site for political news and views.
https://nationalnewswatch.com/2025/10/31/what-to-look-for-in-canadas-climate-competitiveness-strategy
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Heat pump installations continue to rise in Canada. 📈 The latest data show more Canadians making the switch, with adoption in the Maritimes rising sharply. Roughly half of New Brunswickers now have a heat pump as their primary heating system.
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A new report from The Lancet shows that about 1,400 deaths in Canada were associated with wildfire smoke each year from between 2020 to 2024. Climate change is supercharging wildfires in Canada, making them bigger and more uncontrollable.
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1,400 annual deaths linked to wildfire smoke in Canada: climate and health report
A new global health report suggests that every year from 2020 to 2024 about 1,400 deaths in Canada were associated with wildfire smoke pollution as climate change takes an increasing toll on the count...
https://toronto.citynews.ca/2025/10/28/1400-annual-deaths-linked-to-wildfire-smoke-in-canada-climate-and-health-report/
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Get your case study published in our Indigenous Perspectives series, in partnership with
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! This series explores climate policy issues, recognizing the diversity of First Nations, Inuit or Métis researchers perspectives in 🇨🇦. Apply by Nov 3.
climateinstitute.ca/reports/indi...
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Climate change has made hot ocean temperatures feeding Hurricane Melissa 500-700 times more likely and strengthened top wind speed by about 16 km/h—that’s helped make Melissa one of the strongest hurricanes ever recorded in the Caribbean.
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Melissa could be the strongest hurricane to ever hit Jamaica. A heating ocean is fuelling it | CBC News
Hurricane Melissa, one of the strongest ever recorded in the Caribbean, is set to hit Jamaica early on Tuesday after undergoing “rapid intensification” — a climate-charged phenomenon that’s increasing...
https://www.cbc.ca/news/science/melissa-climate-jamaica-hurricane-9.6955507
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A coalition of institutional investors representing $14.5 trillion in assets is pushing Canadian companies for better disclosure of climate-related information and tougher emissions targets.
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Europe’s biggest asset manager joins Canadian investor climate coalition
Amundi joins domestic institutional investor group pushing for better climate-related disclosure in Canada
https://www.theglobeandmail.com/business/international-business/article-europes-biggest-asset-manager-joins-canadian-investor-climate/
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The cost of disaster recovery in Canada will increase $1 billion per year over the next decade, according to the latest PBO report. Very strange that climate change isn’t mentioned despite its critical role accelerating these damages.
www.nsnews.com/politics/dis...
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Climate transition plans can help Canadian businesses stay competitive by reducing risks from climate change and increasing opportunities in the energy transition. Read about our latest report with Business Future Pathways 🔽
www.bnnbloomberg.ca/business/202...
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Climate transition plans still critical despite other pressing risks: report
Canadian businesses face all sorts of pressing challenges these days, but a new report argues climate transition plans are still crucial to their long-term success
https://www.bnnbloomberg.ca/business/2025/10/21/climate-transition-plans-still-critical-despite-other-pressing-risks-report/
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INDIGENOUS PERSPECTIVES: Apply to be part of the 2025 - 2026 series! If you’re a First Nations, Inuit or Métis researcher, Knowledge Holder and writer in the climate policy space, we and
@yourcier.bsky.social
want to hear from you. Apply now ⬇️
#IndigenousResearch
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“Decarbonization is fast becoming the key driver of economic progress globally. That has important implications for Canada and the forthcoming climate competitiveness strategy,” says
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in this blog. Read more 🔽
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Canada needs strong climate policy to be competitive in countries beyond the U.S.
the federal government will release its much anticipated climate competitiveness strategy. It will be a pivotal moment for climate and ...
https://climateinstitute.ca/canada-needs-strong-climate-policy-to-be-competitive-in-countries-beyond-the-u-s/
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Blended finance can be a powerful tool for mobilizing private capital for major clean growth projects. The federal government should implement three crucial actions to reach its economic goals. Learn more 🔽
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Blended finance can help build major projects in Canada
Blended finance can be a powerful tool for unlocking the private capital required for achieving the government’s economic goals.
https://climateinstitute.ca/blended-finance-can-help-build-major-projects-in-canada/
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While recent news suggests corporate climate ambition in Canada is waning, our latest data tracking corporate commitments shows that most of the country’s biggest companies have kept their pledges to reach net zero.
440megatonnes.ca/insight/most...
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Canadian wildfires are getting worse in the ways that matter—and their power is being amplified by climate change. This Globe editorial is 🎯
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Globe editorial: Clearing the air on the threat from wildfires
Yes, there are fewer blazes. But they are getting bigger, and causing far more damage
https://www.theglobeandmail.com/opinion/editorials/article-clearing-the-air-on-the-threat-from-wildfires/
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We’re thrilled to help launch Business Future Pathways today with the release of a new report showing how transition plans can help Canadian businesses compete and grow. 🧵⬇️
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Pathways to competitiveness
Planning for disruption is planning for success.
https://climateinstitute.ca/reports/competitiveness-transition-plans-help-canadian-businesses-compete/
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In the lead up to the release of Canada’s climate competitiveness strategy,
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outlines why the country needs to stay focused on strong climate policy as an enabler of economic success.
www.corporateknights.com/decarbonizat...
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Canada needs strong climate policy to compete beyond the U.S.
OPINION | For a diversified trade strategy to succeed, Canadian businesses must embrace markets that are rapidly moving towards clean energy
https://www.corporateknights.com/decarbonization/canada-needs-strong-climate-policy-to-be-competitive-in-countries-beyond-the-u-s/
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Corporate Knights
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“Strong climate policy that drives investment into low-carbon technologies that cut emissions will be crucial for the economic health of the country,” writes Rick Smith, president of the
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, in a new OpEd for Corporate Knights.
www.corporateknights.com/decarbonizat...
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Canada needs strong climate policy to compete beyond the U.S.
OPINION | For a diversified trade strategy to succeed, Canadian businesses must embrace markets that are rapidly moving towards clean energy
https://www.corporateknights.com/decarbonization/canada-needs-strong-climate-policy-to-be-competitive-in-countries-beyond-the-u-s/
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We were thrilled to celebrate 5 years of the Canadian Climate Institute last week with leaders from across sectors working to build a cleaner, more competitive, and resilient Canada.
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We just wrapped up our 5th anniversary event with partners and supporters! Thank you to all who attended to mark 5 years of impact through innovative research and policy analysis.
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In 2021, BC was hit by catastrophic floods that cut the Port of Vancouver off from the rest of the country. As Canada gets ready to invest in major new trade infrastructure, it’s critical that future projects are resilient to climate impacts.
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Canada wants to diversify trade but needs infrastructure built for climate change
As Canada launches major investments in new trade infrastructure, this is a critical moment to strengthen and diversify the ...
https://climateinstitute.ca/canada-wants-to-diversify-trade-but-needs-infrastructure-built-for-climate-change/
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Global carbon dioxide levels hit a record high last year, rising past anything seen in human history, according to
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. It’s an urgent reminder of the pressing need to drive emissions down by building a cleaner economy.
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UN agency says CO2 levels hit record high last year, causing more extreme weather
The United Nations weather agency said carbon dioxide levels in the atmosphere reached record highs last year, intensifying climate change and extreme weather.
https://apnews.com/article/climate-change-greenhouse-gases-wmo-un-708c3d35ce6fc3d3bcaccafdba6bba45
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We're excited to celebrate our 5th anniversary tonight with partners, supporters, and climate leaders from across sectors in Toronto! 5 years of innovative, first-of-its-kind research that has helped inform the public conversation on climate policy in 🇨🇦
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Voilà: Francis Gagnon
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Lots of things are happening at Voilà, which means I never have time to talk about them, but I didn't want to wait to share today's news: Our project "Close to Home" with the
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is a finalist at the Anthem Awards. 🙌 It's about building homes in a changing climate. 🔥 🏠 :🌊
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Modern, electrified ports can maximize generational investments in the clean economy. Read more from
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and Oceans North’s Brent Dancey 🔽
climateinstitute.ca/modernizing-...
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Modernizing Canada’s ports: an economic and an environmental opportunity
The government has an opportunity to leverage its historic investments in nation-building projects and port infrastructure to ...
https://climateinstitute.ca/modernizing-canada-s-ports-an-economic-and-environmental-opportunity/
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What is the Indigenous Perspectives program? Why should First Nations, Inuit or Métis researchers, Knowledge Holders, or writers participate? Find out during our free webinar on Oct 17 and apply by Nov 3 ⬇️
#IndigenousResearch
@yourcier.bsky.social
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How did Canada flip the switch on electricity emissions? By nearly eliminating coal and growing renewable energy. ⬇️
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The global clean energy revolution can create long-term growth opportunities for Canada. Here are three policy areas governments should take action on now to secure Canada’s competitiveness in this new, electrified world.
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Clean electricity is transforming the global economy: it’s time for Canada to swim with the current
The global clean energy transition is gaining speed. Energy analysts speak of an electrotech revolution that is ...
https://climateinstitute.ca/clean-electricity-is-transforming-the-global-economy/
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Climate change is making wildfires, floods, droughts and storms more frequent and severe. Without action on adaptation, the costs of these events pile up. See how with our interactive tool.
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Canada can leverage significant investments in nation-building projects and port infrastructure to unlock market opportunities in the clean economy. Read more from
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and Brent Dancey
nationalnewswatch.com/2025/10/07/m...
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Modernizing Canada’s ports: an economic and an environmental…
National Newswatch: Canada's most comprehensive site for political news and views.
https://nationalnewswatch.com/2025/10/07/modernizing-canadas-ports-an-economic-and-an-environmental-opportunity
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Dave Jones
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NEW: GLOBAL RENEWABLES OVERTAKES COAL How the heck did that happen so quickly?!...🧵
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Congratulations to Manitoba on its new Path to Net Zero strategy. The transition to clean energy offers economic opportunities and greater resilience for communities across the province. This strategy is a good foundation for action plans to come.
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https://www.manitoba.ca/asset_library/en/netzero/mb-path-to-net-zero.pdf
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Climate change and the global energy transition will have profound impacts on the bottom line for Canadian businesses. Read more on our work as a supporting partner in Business Futures Pathways helping companies adopt transition plans to stay competitive.
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Transition verte des entreprises | Un plan pour résister à la tornade
Pour ne pas être balayées par la tornade trumpienne, les entreprises canadiennes doivent arrimer leur stratégie d’affaires à trois ancrages solides : accroître leur productivité, diversifier leurs mar...
https://www.lapresse.ca/dialogue/chroniques/2025-10-03/transition-verte-des-entreprises/un-plan-pour-resister-a-la-tornade.php
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Canada’s push to diversify trade is an opportunity to build infrastructure that’s ready for a changing climate. Failing to do so will mean massive costs down the road. Case in point: BC’s catastrophic flooding of 2021. ⬇️🧵
nationalnewswatch.com/2025/10/06/c...
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Canada wants to diversify trade but needs infrastructure built for…
National Newswatch: Canada's most comprehensive site for political news and views.
https://nationalnewswatch.com/2025/10/06/canada-wants-to-diversify-trade-but-needs-infrastructure-built-for-climate-change
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Canada’s industrial carbon pricing systems are meant to slash emissions and reward low-carbon innovation. But right now, they’re falling short due to poor design. We took a closer look at what’s holding these systems back. ⬇️
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Five choices that are breaking industrial carbon pricing
In some provinces, industrial carbon pricing systems are increasingly dysfunctional. Governments must fix them.
https://climateinstitute.ca/five-choices-that-are-breaking-industrial-carbon-pricing/
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“These are really big, ugly numbers” A new study shows the enormous economic costs from wildfires in BC driven by climate change when the full range of impacts are considered.
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Scale up efforts to reduce wildfire risk or B.C. faces dire economic consequences: Study
Indirect costs can push the total costs of wildfires 1.5 to 20 times higher.
https://vancouversun.com/news/scale-up-efforts-to-reduce-wildfire-risk-or-b-c-faces-dire-economic-consequences-study
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Swiss glaciers—home to most glacial ice in Europe and a critical source of water for the continent—shrank 3% this year. That’s an “enormous” drop for a single year. Ice mass in Switzerland has dropped by 1/4 over the last decade due to climate change. 🔽
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Swiss glaciers shrank 3% this year, the fourth-biggest retreat on record
Switzerland’s glaciers have faced “enormous” melting this year with a 3 per cent drop in total volume — the fourth-largest annual drop on record — due to the effects of global warming, top Swiss glaci...
https://www.ctvnews.ca/climate-and-environment/article/swiss-glaciers-shrank-3-this-year-the-fourth-biggest-retreat-on-record/
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Canada’s national patchwork of industrial carbon pricing regimes is only getting patchier. Provinces like Alberta have weakened systems so much that carbon prices have crashed, reducing incentives for low-carbon projects. Read more ⬇️
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Canada’s industrial carbon pricing system is a mess. Here’s how Carney can fix it
It was barely a system at all when he took office, but since then, the nationwide patchwork has only gotten patchier
https://www.theglobeandmail.com/business/article-industrial-carbon-pricing-system-mess-carney/
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Last chance to join us tomorrow, 1pm ET to learn more and ask questions about our Early Estimate of National Emissions. Register here 👇
climateinstitute.ca/events/ask-m...
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We’re glad to be present today at the
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, where
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was part of a fireside chat on canadian climate solutions this morning.
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Are you considering applying to the Indigenous Perspectives series but have questions about the process? Participate in our free webinar on Oct 17 to get answers, and apply by Nov 3 ⬇️
#IndigenousResearch
@yourcier.bsky.social
climateinstitute.ca/reports/indi...
about 1 month ago
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Heat pumps are a cost-effective technology that can save people money on energy bills and reduce emissions from buildings. But the end of government incentives makes the transition to heat pumps harder for households. ⬇️
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Cutting incentives for heat pumps makes it harder for more families to switch
Reducing emissions from this sector is paramount to achieve Canada’s climate goals. But it won’t come without new policies and rebates to...
https://climateinstitute.ca/cutting-incentives-for-heat-pumps-makes-it-harder-for-more-families-to-switch/
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Big news: China pledged to cut its greenhouse gas emissions 7-10% by 2035 and increase wind and solar power sixfold from 2020 levels. That would be like cutting two Canadas’ worth of emissions from the global tally, though still leaving a steep path to net zero.
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China, world’s largest carbon polluting nation, announces new climate goal to cut emissions
China, the world’s largest carbon polluting nation, has announced a new climate fighting goal to cut emissions by 7% to 10% by 2035.
https://apnews.com/article/climate-change-plans-united-nations-urgency-131761a2089ac8a647ce40a56f1fea44
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