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Fast-tracking critical mineral extraction to safeguard the energy transition

We encourage governments to become strategic partners in critical minerals projects.

  • Marisa Beck
  • Claudine Brulé
23.06.25
Blog

Indigenous leadership should be at the centre of the climate discussion—on National Indigenous Peoples Day and every day

Indigenous peoples are often at the forefront of climate impacts and are leaders in the development of the clean economy.

  • Maria Shallard
  • Shianne McKay
  • Grace Donnelly
21.06.25
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Why sound planning for floods and wildfires isn’t junk science

Debate on climate risk is welcome—but it must be rooted in facts.

  • Ryan Ness
20.06.25
Blog

Capitalizing on critical minerals requires cutting timelines—without cutting corners

Can Canada deliver on the economic, security, and climate benefits of a stronger critical minerals supply chain, while also upholding Indigenous rights and addressing environmental concerns?

  • Marisa Beck
  • Rick Smith
20.06.25
Blog

Is Donald Trump actually doing the climate a favour?

No one is going to accuse Donald Trump of caring about climate change. But the defeat of his allies around the world could benefit the environmental fight.

  • Rick Smith
19.06.25
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Canada needs to look beyond the U.S. to avoid falling behind in the global energy transition

If it wants to deliver on its promise of strengthening Canada’s economy, the new federal government needs to make climate a policy priority.

  • Kathleen Mifflin
28.05.25
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The federal government should act decisively to modernize industrial carbon pricing

Industrial carbon pricing is Canada’s most impactful climate policy, capable of driving more emissions reductions than any other policy.

  • Dale Beugin
08.05.25
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Climate change priorities for Canada’s new government

Here are our suggestions for top priorities in the new government’s first 100 days.

  • Rick Smith
  • Peter Nicholson (Chair)
30.04.25
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A new chapter begins for the Canadian climate change conversation

Here are three ways the next Canadian government can make effective progress on climate change.

  • Rick Smith
24.04.25
Blog

Is there a smart way to integrate artificial intelligence data centres into Canada’s electricity grids?

In a rapidly evolving market for AI-based data centres, clear frameworks must be established to balance industrial energy demands and emissions reductions.

  • Kate Harland
31.03.25
Blog

Investing in clean power can lead to big pay offs for Canada’s economy

Canadian provinces can continue to leverage a clean electricity advantage to attract investment and projects. But success will require prioritizing strategic grid expansion and modernization.

  • Alexander Vanderhoof
27.03.25
Blog

B.C. has a math problem with renewable natural gas

Renewable natural gas is touted as a critical climate solution, but there are serious problems in B.C. with accountability and how emissions benefits are counted from the U.S.

  • Nancy Olewiler
  • Kathryn Harrison
  • Kate Harland
12.03.25
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