What to Look for in the Next B.C. Climate Plan
British Columbia faces a crossroads: either we take new action to cut carbon pollution and restore B.C.’s legacy as a climate leader, or we fail to meet our commitments and forfeit our hard-won...
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B.C.’s wants input on how to solve carbon pollution problem
British Columbians have another opportunity to shape the province’s climate action priorities. The B.C. government has just released a consultation guide and is looking for feedback on it before...
We're Ready for Renewed Climate Leadership. Are You?
Back in 2007 and 2008, British Columbia introduced a slate of climate policies that today remain the envy of the world. The list included a revenue neutral carbon tax, a ban on unfettered coal...
Take it from B.C. The Carbon Tax is Something to Get Pumped Up About
I don’t want to brag or anything, but I paid my carbon tax the other day. I’d just tanked up my vehicle — I don’t yet have an electric car — with 30-odd litres of regular unleaded, near my...
Report Offers Top 10 Tips For Would-Be Climate Leaders
British Columbia’s carbon tax has proven itself an economic and environmental winner. Our new report, "How To Adopt a Winning Carbon Price," offers valuable insider lessons to others looking to...
Newly Proposed "Medicare Model” Shows Carbon Pricing Has Legs in Ottawa
You bet? No way? Sort of? Our senior policy advisor compares and contrasts Canada's three major federal parties on how they approach carbon...
B.C. Carbon Tax Doesn't Hurt Agricultural Sector: Study
Despite industry claims to the contrary, British Columbia's carbon tax has not hurt the province's agricultural sector, a new Pacific Institute for Climate Solutions study concludes. Further, the...