Could proposed U.S. auto emission rules be a ‘golden egg’ for Canada’s economy?
Strict new automobile pollution limits proposed in the U.S. are good news for the climate and Canada’s economy, say several energy think-tanks.
Clean Energy Canada
Canadians think clean energy is more affordable and secure than fossil fuels: poll
A majority of Canadians believe an energy system based on renewable sources is more affordable and reliable than one based on fossil fuels, according to a recent poll commissioned by Clean Energy Canada.
Innovation minister on mission to make Canada an electric battery and vehicle powerhouse
When Innovation Minister François-Philippe Champagne gets in front a microphone to talk about electrifying Canada's auto industry, he has a favourite line to sum up his efforts to attract global investment: "Not everyone in the world wakes up thinking about Canada."
Trudeau calls for more EVs and doesn't rule out nuclear power
Prime Minister Justin Trudeau says he wants to make it easier for more Canadians to drive electric vehicles and he isn't ruling out nuclear power as a cleaner source of energy.
Canada's new electric-vehicle registrations increase in 2021 but still lag behind Europe
More new electric vehicles hit the road in Canada last year than ever before but the growth is nowhere near what is happening in Europe.
Canadians want a clean energy economy and believe the significance of oil will recede, polling shows
Most Canadians think clean energy is critical for Canada’s economy and its importance will only grow over time while the significance of oil and gas will recede, according to a poll released Thursday.
How the IEA graded Canada’s energy policies — and how everyone else reacted
Natural Resources Minister Jonathan Wilkinson says a new report from the International Energy Agency vindicates the government’s climate progress, but he adds more must be done to decarbonize.
Canada aims to become global critical mineral powerhouse
Getting the world to net-zero emissions by 2050 will require the production of critical minerals and metals to grow sixfold over the next 30 years, the International Energy Agency declared in a report earlier this year — and it found the current pace of growth isn't even close.
Doug Ford talks big on EVs but won't reintroduce rebates
Doug Ford is pitching Ontario as the next electric vehicle manufacturing powerhouse, seemingly a far cry from the premier who three years ago cancelled incentives for people to buy them.
Guilbeault wants EV sales quotas in place by end of 2021
Environment Minister Steven Guilbeault says he wants a national mandate that would force auto dealers to sell a certain number of electric vehicles to be in place by the end of next year.
Atlantic Loop key to New Brunswick coal phaseout
With the phaseout of coal set to take effect in 2030, Ottawa has plans to create an Atlantic Loop, linking power grids in the East to make them more resilient.
No more federal rebates for Canada's top selling EV, Tesla Model 3
In a notice posted on its website, Transport Canada said the popular car ceased to be eligible for the federal $5,000 electric car rebate program for both its 2021 and 2022 models.
Clean Energy Canada calls for massive ramp-up of renewables — and fast
A new report from Clean Energy Canada is calling on the federal government to swiftly ramp up clean electricity production to both prepare for and build a climate-safe world.
Canada’s race to net-zero and the role of renewable energy
As the UN climate talks draw near, Canada has enormous work left to do to reach its goals of reducing greenhouse gas emissions.
Justin Trudeau hopes this endorsement will swing B.C. voters, but will it?
Liberal Leader Justin Trudeau was in Richmond, B.C., Tuesday to flex an endorsement from former B.C. Green Party leader Andrew Weaver in an attempt to lock down climate-conscious voters.