The budget calls for $2.2 billion in new spending on “green infrastructure.”
carbon tax
Mars 4, 2016
4:00PM
Economists recognize that a cap-and-trade system is equivalent to a tax on carbon emissions.
Mars 4, 2016
3:46PM
The B.C. government has used carbon tax revenues as a slush fund to give money to favoured groups such as the B.C. film industry.
Novembre 27, 2015
3:00AM
If the carbon tax was in fact revenue neutral, Premier Notley's plan would include a clear list of what taxes are going to be cut.
Novembre 26, 2015
12:33PM
This week, the Alberta government unveiled its new strategy on climate change, aimed at reducing greenhouse gas emissions.
Novembre 26, 2015
12:19PM
For many years, Alberta has maintained a strong investment climate vis-à-vis other provinces and other energy-producing jurisdictions.
Novembre 23, 2015
1:11PM
Yesterday, the Alberta government unveiled its new climate change strategy, calling for a carbon tax, which represents a new tax burden on Alberta businesses and families.
Octobre 2, 2015
10:00AM
Naomi Klein’s anti-capitalist vision for the future may allow for only a few lucky high-flyers.
Septembre 10, 2015
12:59PM
Even if oil prices came roaring back, many environmentalists would not allow any additional growth in oilsand development.
Février 21, 2015
12:00PM
With a call-for-comments, Ontario released its Climate Change Discussion Paper on Feb. 12. The plan is essentially a laundry list of public policies that have been sought by environmentalists and allies for decades.