Expert Views
A little ambition can have a major impact in cutting B.C.’s methane pollution
B.C. is in a position to set the standard for effective methane regulations. Fortunately, many of the actions needed to prevent methane from being released into the atmosphere are simple, cheap and universally beneficial.
Senior Science and Policy Analyst
What is economic success? Imagining a Canada beyond growth
The fundamental objectives of our contemporary economics do not align with our collective aspirations: prosperity, fulfilment, increased well-being and a healthy future for generations to come.
Director General, Ontario and Northern Canada
Natural asset management is proving its value in the field
While Canada focuses on efforts to reduce climate change, there’s growing recognition that we can’t meet our climate change goals without finding ways to adapt. A natural assets management approach has the advantage of addressing both mitigation and adaptation, taking us to the next level of policy solutions.
Environmental Economist
Four reasons why cap-and-trade is ‘for the people’
As evidence that it is “for the people,” Ontario’s new government cites its plan to eliminate the cap-and-trade carbon-pricing system. But is killing cap and trade good “for the people”?
Climate Change and Transportation Policy Analyst
Salish Sea orcas need immediate actions to survive
Even though the government acknowledges that Salish Sea orcas face imminent threats to their survival, government actions fall short to ensure the whales' survival. With members of the population being lost to starvation, it couldn’t be more urgent for the government to act.
Senior Science and Policy Analyst