The International Energy Agency published an in-depth analysis of Canada’s energy policies, noting the series of ambitious climate commitments made by the federal government in 2021. But meeting those commitments will require strong policies that drive down emissions from the …
Recommendations on principles to guide the implementation of an oil and gas cap (publication)
The Government of Canada has committed to setting a cap on emissions generated by the oil and gas sector at a pace and scale needed to achieve net-zero by 2050. In this submission, the Pembina Institute provides key principles for …
A win for caribou is a win for climate (blog)
The habitats that caribou inhabit – boreal forests and peatlands – are among the most carbon-rich in the world. At both the federal and provincial levels, there are opportunities to manage these habitats better for the benefit of both caribou …
Pembina applauds City of Toronto’s adoption of a net-zero strategy (media release)
The Pembina Institute is pleased to see the City of Toronto’s TransformTO Net Zero Strategy adopted at City Council, and we encourage the City to work with communities, residents, industry, and business to begin implementing the plan immediately. Read More …
Toronto’s cargo e-bike pilot is a win for business and sustainability (media release)
The Pembina Institute’s report on rolling out e-cargo bikes in the city of Toronto as an effective means of lowering city emissions provided the City with important insights on best practices in low-carbon delivery systems. Read More at The Pembina …
Cargo e-bikes for urban deliveries (publication)
Electric-powered cargo bikes are a valuable solution to reduce greenhouses gases and mitigate climate change in urban delivery. However, they require new policies, bylaws, and infrastructure to support their use and implementation. This report identifies the specifications and features of …
Underpriced and Undervalued (publication)
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Pembina Institute calls for retaining and improving Emissions Reduction Fund (publication)
During the pandemic, the Emissions Reduction Fund has been one of the few programs around the world that addresses the economic impacts of the ongoing health crisis while creating jobs and contributing meaningfully to reducing emissions in the oil and …
Supporting Toronto Hydro’s Climate Action Plan (publication)
On behalf of the Pembina Institute, we are pleased to submit comments in support of Toronto Hydro’s Climate Action Plan: Powering Forward – Building a greener city through climate action. We recommend that the Executive Committee accept Toronto Hydro’s Plan …
Energy Future 2021 report fails to align with national climate goals (media release)
The Canada Energy Regulator’s annual report, Canada’s Energy Future 2021, wields considerable influence, but it does not model a full range of possible outcomes including the energy future we want to achieve: limiting global warming to 1.5 degrees. A roadmap …
Growth in B.C.’s green building sector spurs job creation (publication)
British Columbia is experiencing robust growth in its green building sector, contributing to job creation and a cleaner economy. Nevertheless, more investment is needed to meet the provincial target of reducing emissions in buildings and communities to 59% to 64% …
More investment needed to create jobs in green construction and cut emissions from B.C. buildings (media release)
New analysis from the Pembina Institute shows that British Columbia’s green building sector is an area of growth that can create jobs and meet provincial 2030 and 2050 decarbonization targets. But increased spending is required, along with stronger incentives to …
