Because Canada's renewable energy resources are plentiful, we believe that Canada could reach 100 % reliance on low-carbon electricity by 2035. This makes it possible, in turn, to adopt a long-term target of at least an 80 % reduction in emissions by mid-century, consistent with Canada’s international climate mitigation responsibility. In the short-term, we believe that Canada, in keeping with its historical position of aligning with US targets, could adopt a 2025 target of a 26-28 % reduction in GHG emissions relative to our 2005 levels. Our ten policy options offer a feasible climate action plan “made in Canada”.

The time is ripe for action. Send a message on World Environment Day, June 5th. Help give our political leaders the courage to make Canada a front-runner in the global climate challenge. Read, endorse and share our position paper in time for June 5th!

• The scholars will take part in e-Dialogues - online, text-based conversations. The first in our 4-part series, The Art of the Possible, took place on May 19th, with lots of interesting comments from the e-audience. Join the conversation on Tuesday, May 26th, The Provincial Context. 

• On May 12, SCD researchers met those responsible for environmental policy of the NDP, to present their report. The plan was well received and further interactions are anticipated.
• On May 14th, Catherine Potvin presented the report at the International Cooperation Days Conference “Universal Goals, Canadian Challenges” at the University of Ottawa.
• Check out our calendar for future and past events!