climate change

Our climate targets have us heading for a three degree increase - a level at which scientists agree that large parts of the earth will become inhospitable to human civilization.

I have many questions about the Trudeau government's pipeline decisions, writes Charlene Aleck. The questions will haunt us long into the future if this project is allowed to proceed.

Know what else we need? Activists and politicians who can see the big picture enough to know a good deal when they see one. This is a good deal.

"There's no activity taking place in the Canadian Arctic right now, so saying 'No' doesn't require anyone to stop."

The scientists say at least 10 of 15 identified impacts from oilsands expansion on oceans are “certain” to happen from new coastal development, ocean shipping, climate change and the risk of spills.

In an interview, Justin Trudeau said his pan-Canadian climate plan can be considered a bust if it fails to put Canada on track to meeting its international, 2030 emission-cutting targets

For the second time in 2016, two major national aboriginal organizations were barred from participating in a climate change meeting with the prime minister, the premiers, and indigenous leaders.

British Columbia Premier Christy Clark’s assertion is partly accurate but important details are missing, writes Joan Bryden of The Canadian Press.

Quebec and Ontario have signed a $1-billion annual hydroelectricity deal.

A Senate committee is studying the best ways to help Canada move toward a lower-carbon economy. Vice-chair Paul J. Massicotte advocates greater use of biofuels.

A Norwegian oil giant is selling off its assets in Canada's oilsands, just after the federal government approved new pipelines that were meant to promote growth in the slumping industry.

Michael Bloomberg says climate change is not only an environmental problem, but a business one as well. His task force came up with a framework that is designed to inform investors and asset managers.

Chief Allan Adam says he has always tried to balance the environment, public health and economic development issues. But he doesn't want people to call him an environmentalist.

There are some changes that even the biggest and most powerful caveman in the global village can’t stop.

​Exxon Rex Tillerson, President-elect Donald Trump's apparent choice to lead the State Department, has ample experience in dealing with other nations, but strictly as a businessman, not a diplomat.