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Concerns about Canada's Climate Policy

In a recently released report titled "Canadian Climate Policy – What Comes Next?", the Friends of Science Society critiques Canada’s climate policies and their impact on the economy. Authored by Robert Lyman, a retired energy economist, the report highlights that the aspirations for greenhouse gas (GHG) reductions lack a clear, actionable plan for achieving the stated targets. It emphasizes the disconnect between Canada’s ambitious climate commitments under the Paris Agreement and the practical steps needed to make these commitments a reality.

Lyman articulates that while the Canadian government points to its Nationally Determined Contributions (NDC) for 2035 as a commitment to climate action, it fails to provide transparency or details on how these targets will be reached. He argues for a shift towards more realistic climate policies, which either include a clear roadmap for achieving targets or reconsideration of the targets altogether.

Current Climate Actions and Criticisms

The report also mentions recent announcements by the newly appointed Prime Minister Mark Carney regarding various nation-building projects intended to stimulate economic growth. However, many of these projects have received backlash for not aligning with Canada’s climate commitments, raising questions about their feasibility in terms of achieving a sustainable future. Immediate reactions from Indigenous and environmental groups labeled the expansion of LNG Canada Phase 2 as a