Policy Tracker
To track progress on policy implementation, we’ve compiled a database of emissions reduction policies currently implemented, developing, and announced in Canada at the federal, provincial, and territorial levels.
Data-driven insights from the Canadian Climate Institute.
To track progress on policy implementation, we’ve compiled a database of emissions reduction policies currently implemented, developing, and announced in Canada at the federal, provincial, and territorial levels.
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Policy description: Prioritization of $50 million of the "expanded $165.5 million Agricultural Clean Technology program", for purchase of more energy efficient grain dryers. Further, $10 million will be allocated "over the next two years, from the Agricultural Clean Technology Program toward powering farms with clean energy and moving off diesel". $329.4 million investment over six years, starting in 2022-23, with $0.6 million remaining amortization, to triple the size of the Agricultural Clean Technology Program. Emissions / Actions covered: Increase purchase of more efficient grain dryers and move towards powering farms with clean energy instead of diesel. |
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Policy description: $185 million fund to help develop and implement farming practices to tackle climate change such as shelterbelts, cover crops, intercropping, and rotational practices. Emissions / Actions covered: Develop and implement farming practices to tackle climate change. |
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Policy description: Budget 2021 provided $200 million of funding "over two years, starting in 2021-22, to launch immediate, on-farm climate action under the Agricultural Climate Solutions program." This program targets "projects accelerating emission reductions by improving nitrogen management, increasing adoption of cover cropping, and normalizing rotational grazing." Budget 2022 provided an additional $469.5 million of funding over six years, with $0.5 million in remaining amortization, starting in 2022-23, to Agriculture and Agri-Food Canada to expand the Agricultural Climate Solutions program’s On-Farm Climate Action Fund. Budget 2023 reallocated $34 million toward this program for farmers in Atlantic Canada to help them optimize and reduce their use of nitrogen-based fertilizers. This funding is sourced from the proceeds of tariffs on Russian fertilizers. Emissions / Actions covered: Increase emissions reductions on farms. |
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Policy description: Canada will launch a Green Agriculture Plan that will take an integrated approach to addressing agri-environmental issues in the sector, as a means to support the agriculture sector’s actions on climate change and other environmental priorities towards 2030 and 2050. As part of the plan, AAFC will work with farmers and stakeholders to reduce methane and fertilizer emissions in the agricultural sector. The Government of Canada has also confirmed its support for the Global Methane Pledge, an international joint agreement to reduce global methane emissions across sectors by at least 30 percent below 2020. The government is committed to supporting Canadian farmers and industry partners who are taking action to reduce emissions, sequester carbon, and make their operations more sustainable, productive, and competitive. This includes through investments in new programs, such as the Agricultural Climate Solutions initiative and the Agricultural Clean Technology Program, which aim to help farmers adopt new, beneficial management practices and clean technologies to boost productivity and lower emissions—including from methane. Emissions / Actions covered: Methane emissions from agriculture |
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Policy description: $3 billion cost-shared by national and subnational governments over five years to support region-specific agriculture programs and services. Funding will be channelled through on-farm environmental stewardship programs to support Environmental Farm Plans and adoption of management practices with environmental benefits. Emissions / Actions covered: Support region-specific agricultural programs and services. |
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Policy description: $100 million over six years, starting in 2022-23, to the federal granting councils to support post-secondary research in developing technologies and crop varieties that enable net-zero emissions agriculture. Emissions / Actions covered: Support research on net-zero-emissions agriculture. References: https://budget.gc.ca/2022/report-rapport/chap3-en.html#2022-1 |
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Policy description: Commitment to "setting a national fertilizer emission reduction target of 30% below 2020 levels by 2030 and to work with fertilizer manufacturers, farmers, provinces and territories, to develop an approach to meet it." The federal government is exploring fertilizer emission reduction options through a new Agricultural Policy Framework and the Green Agricultural Plan for Canada. Emissions / Actions covered: Non-combustion direct emissions (preceding fertilizer application) and non-combustion indirect emissions (from nitrogen leached from fields and evaporated into the atmosphere as ammonia) from the application of fertilizer. |
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Policy description: $150 million for a resilient agricultural landscape program to support carbon sequestration and adaptation and address other environmental co-benefits. Emissions / Actions covered: Support carbon sequestration and adaptation and address other environmental co-benefits in agriculture. References: https://budget.gc.ca/2022/report-rapport/chap3-en.html#2022-1 |
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Policy description: $100 million to invest in transformative science for a sustainable farming sector in an uncertain climate and 2050 net-zero economy. Emissions / Actions covered: Support transformative science initiatives in the farming sector. |
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Policy description: $150 million to develop a national net-zero-by-2050 buildings strategy. The strategy will build off existing initiatives and set out new policy, programs, incentives, and standards needed to drive a large retrofit of the existing building stock and new construction to the highest zero-carbon standard. Emissions / Actions covered: Create a net-zero building strategy. |
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Policy description: $2 billion in financing for large-scale public and commercial building retrofits. Emissions / Actions covered: Increase large-scale retrofits to public and commercial buildings |
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Policy description: $1.5 billion over three years for repairs and efficiency upgrades in community buildings and for building new energy-efficient community buildings. Emissions / Actions covered: Increase energy efficiency in community buildings. References: https://www.budget.gc.ca/2021/home-accueil-en.html |
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Policy description: $200 million over five years, starting 2022-23, to Natural Resources Canada to create the Deep Retrofit Accelerator Initiative. The initiative will provide support for retrofit audits and project management for large projects to accelerate the pace of deep retrofits in Canada. Focus on low-income affordable housing. Emissions / Actions covered: Accelerate the pace of deep retrofits in Canada. References: https://budget.gc.ca/2022/report-rapport/chap1-en.html#2022-1 |
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Policy description: $182 million to increase energy efficiency and address climate change by improving how homes and buildings are designed, renovated, and constructed. $48.4 millions will support the development/implementation of building codes for existing buildings and new net-zero-energy-ready buildings though research, development, and demonstration initiatives. Emissions / Actions covered: Increase efficiency and reduce emissions in homes. References: https://www.nrcan.gc.ca/netzerobuildings |
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Policy description: $14.9 million of funding "over 4 years, starting in 2022-23, with $77.9 million in future years, to Public Services and Procurement Canada for a Federal Clean Electricity Fund to purchase renewable energy certificates for all federal government buildings" in pursuit of the federal government's targets to have all federal buildings powered by 100 percent clean electricity by 2022. Emissions / Actions covered: Achieve the target of powering all federal buildings by 100% clean electricity by 2022. References: https://www.budget.gc.ca/2021/report-rapport/p2-en.html#chap5 |
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Policy description: $1.5 billion to projects that improve energy efficiency through retrofits, repairs or upgrades, and new builds. 10% is reserved for projects benefiting Indigenous communities. Emissions / Actions covered: Increase energy efficiency in homes. |
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Policy description: $183.2 million over seven years, starting 2022-23, with $8.5 million in remaining amortization, and $7.1 million to the National Research Council, to conduct research on national housing and building standards to encourage low-carbon construction solutions. Emissions / Actions covered: Increase the use of low-carbon construction solutions. References: https://budget.gc.ca/2022/report-rapport/chap1-en.html#2022-1 |
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Policy description: $2.6 billion for residential energy efficiency improvements over seven years. 700,000 grants of up to $5,000 to help homeowners make energy-efficient retrofits to their homes. Emissions / Actions covered: Reduce building emissions through energy efficiency and fuel switching retrofits. |
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Policy description: $4.4 billion on a cash basis to create the Canada Greener Homes Loan Program (2021). A portion will be used to make existing affordable housing more energy-efficient, which will help lower energy bills. An additional $458.5 million over the program duration, starting in 2022-23, to the Canada Mortgage and Housing Corporation to provide lower-interest loans and grants to low-income housing providers (2022). Emissions / Actions covered: Reduce building emissions through energy efficiency and fuel switching retrofits. References: https://budget.gc.ca/2022/report-rapport/chap1-en.html#2022-1 https://www.nrcan.gc.ca/energy-efficiency/homes/canada-greener-homes-grant/canada-greener-homes-loan/24286 https://budget.gc.ca/2022/report-rapport/chap3-en.html#2022-1 |
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Policy description: The program provides forgivable and low-interest loans to help cover the cost of energy audits, building condition assessment reports and other activities that must be conducted to access other government financing for energy efficiency retrofits. Emissions / Actions covered: Indirectly reduces building emissions by funding pre-retrofit activities |
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Policy description: $33.2 million over five years, starting 2022-23, to Natural Resources Canada, including $6 million from the Green Infrastructure - Energy Efficient Buildings Program to implement a Greener Neighbourhoods Pilot Program in up to six community housing neighbourhoods to pilot the “Energiesprong” model in Canada. Emissions / Actions covered: Implement Greener Neighbourhoods Pilot Program. References: https://budget.gc.ca/2022/report-rapport/chap1-en.html#2022-1 |
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Policy description: Commitment to "ensure all new federal buildings are net-zero emissions and that major building retrofits are low-carbon." In 2030, "75% of domestic office new lease and lease renewal floor space will be in net-zero carbon, climate resilient buildings." Further, the government intends to support emerging clean technologies through federal procurement to reduce emissions from federal buildings. Emissions / Actions covered: Increase energy efficiency and reduce combustion emissions associated with new and existing federal government buildings. |
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Policy description: Extend the 50% reduction of the general corporate and small business income tax rates for zero-emission technology manufacturers to include manufacturers of air-source heat pumps. Emissions / Actions covered: Increase production of zero-emissions technologies such as heat pumps. References: https://budget.gc.ca/2022/report-rapport/chap3-en.html#2022-1 |
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Policy description: Developers who build highly affordable and energy-efficient units will be eligible to have a portion of their repayable loans converted to non-repayable loans. Emissions / Actions covered: Increase efficiency and affordability of housing. References: https://budget.gc.ca/2022/report-rapport/chap1-en.html#2022-1 |
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Policy description: Expand the accelerated tax deductions for business investments in clean energy equipment to include air-source heat pumps. Emissions / Actions covered: Increase investments in clean energy equipment such as heat pumps. References: https://budget.gc.ca/2022/report-rapport/chap3-en.html#2022-1 |
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Policy description: Commitment to achieve net-zero emissions from grid electricity generation by 2035. This may consist of switching to electricity generation from renewable or non-emitting energy sources or from offsetting emissions from electricity generation through carbon capture and storage (CCS) technology. The policy mechanisms that will be used to achieve this target have not yet been announced. Emissions / Actions covered: All emission sources from GHG-emitting electricity generators that sell electricity to the grid. |
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Policy description: $200 million to support new renewable power projects to expand Canada's portfolio of commercially viable resources. Emissions / Actions covered: Support new renewable-power projects in Canada. |
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Policy description: $2.4 million in 2022-23 to Natural Resources Canada to establish a Pan-Canadian Grid Council that would provide external advice in support of national and regional electricity planning. Emissions / Actions covered: Establish a Pan-Canadian Grid Council to support national and regional electricity planning. References: https://budget.gc.ca/2022/report-rapport/chap3-en.html#2022-1 |
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Policy description: $250 million over four years, starting in 2022-23, to Natural Resources Canada to support pre-development activities for clean electricity projects of national significance. Projects include inter-provincial electricity transmission projects and small modular reactors. The federal government is already advancing similar work on the Atlantic Loop and Prairie Link projects. Emissions / Actions covered: Support pre-development activities for clean electricity projects. References: https://budget.gc.ca/2022/report-rapport/chap3-en.html#2022-1 |
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Policy description: $25 million to support the Strategic Interties Predevelopment Program to allow regions to distribute abundant non-emitting power to regions with more emissions-intensive grids. Emissions / Actions covered: Distribute abundant non-emitting power to regions with an emissions-intensive grid. |
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Policy description: Phase-out of traditional, unabated coal-fired electricity by 2030 through The Reduction of Carbon Dioxide Emissions for Coal-fired Generation of Electricity Generation Regulations. These regulations are intended to complement regulations reducing emissions from natural gas generators, as The Regulations Limiting Carbon Dioxide Emissions from Natural Gas-fired Generation of Electricity limits emissions from electricity generation from combustion of natural gas alone or with other fuels, except with coal. Emissions / Actions covered: Combustion emissions from coal-fired electricity generation. |
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Policy description: Regulations limiting the amount of CO2 emissions resulting from natural-gas-fired generation of electricity. These regulations apply to the combustion of natural gas alone or in conjunction with other fuels, except in conjunction with coal. Emissions / Actions covered: Combustion emissions from natural-gas-fired electricity generation (whether natural gas is the sole fuel or whether it is mixed with other fuels, except coal). References: https://canlii.ca/t/964g https://laws-lois.justice.gc.ca/eng/regulations/SOR-2018-261/FullText.html |
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Policy description: The federal government is working with key stakeholders to develop and deploy small modular reactor (SMR) technology to reduce emissions within the electricity sector. Emissions / Actions covered: Increase the generation of non-emitting electricity. |
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Policy description: $100 million to invest in demonstration and deployment of smart grid technologies and systems. Emissions / Actions covered: Increase demonstration and deployment of smart grid technologies and systems. |
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Policy description: $964 million over four years invested in renewable electricity generation. An additional $600 million will be invested in renewable electricity and grid modernization, and $250 million will be invested to support large clean electricity projects. Emissions / Actions covered: Invest in renewable electricity generation and grid modernization. References: https://www.budget.gc.ca/2021/home-accueil-en.html https://www.budget.canada.ca/2023/pdf/budget-2023-en.pdf |
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Policy description: The strategy will outline a vision for carbon management and carbon capture, utilization and storage in Canada. The strategy will also identify "areas for action" within the "carbon management industry." Emissions / Actions covered: Advance development and deployment of carbon capture, utliization, and storage (CCUS) technology. |
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Policy description: The Government of Canada and Invest Alberta have each signed a memorandum of understanding (MOU) with Air Products Canada on potentially supporting the expansion of its hydrogen network and the transition to clean energy. The MOU involves a $1.3 billion net-zero hydrogen production investment. The Suncor and ATCO plant will become operational in 2028 and produce more than 300,000 tonnes of low-carbon hydrogen per year, of which 20% could be used in Alberta’s natural gas distribution system. Most of the remainder will be used by refineries. The Air Products project will come online in 2024 and produce 30 tonnes of liquid low-carbon hydrogen per day, which will be available for the merchant market. Air Products will further produce low-carbon hydrogen for refineries and electricity generation for its own operations and the grid. Emissions / Actions covered: Increase production of low-carbon hydrogen |
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Policy description: $194 million over five years, starting in 2022-23, to Natural Resources Canada to expand the Industrial Energy Management System program. Investment will support ISO 50001 certification, energy managers, cohort-based training, audits, and retrofits focused on energy efficiency for key small-to-moderate-sized projects that fill a gap in the federal suite of industrial programming. Emissions / Actions covered: Expand the Industrial Energy Management System program. References: https://budget.gc.ca/2022/report-rapport/chap3-en.html#2022-1 |
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Policy description: $3 billion over five years for the Net Zero Accelerator, which provides funding for development and adoption of low-carbon technologies in all industrial sectors. Additional $5 billion over seven years for the Net Zero Accelerator. Emissions / Actions covered: Support development and adoption of low-carbon technologies in industrial sectors. |
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Policy description: The Output-Based Pricing System (OBPS), implemented through The Greenhouse Gas Pollution Pricing Act, is a tradable emissions performance standard that sets a price for industrial emissions if a facility's emissions intensity exceeds their sectoral benchmark. The federal OBPS is a backstop policy that applies this performance standard in provinces and territories that don't have an equally stringent system. These provinces and territories are Manitoba, Prince Edward Island, Yukon, Nunavut, and partially Saskatchewan. The OBPS carbon price will annually increase by $15/tCO2e until it reaches $170/tCO2e in 2030. As well, sectoral OBPS benchmarks will annually increase in stringency by two percentage points starting in 2023. Electricity benchmarks will not be increased in stringency, as the federal government intends to address this sector's emission intensity through a clean electricity standard. Emissions / Actions covered: Industrial facilities emitting more than 50 kt of CO2e annually in provinces that don't have an equally stringent performance standard or carbon price for industrial emitters. |
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Policy description: $30 million over two years, starting in 2022-23, to Environment and Climate Change Canada to administer direct payments to support emissions-intensive trade-exposed small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) in backstop jurisdictions. $1.5 billion in fuel charge proceeds collected between 2020-21 and 2022-23 from the price on pollution will be returned to SMEs through new federal programming in backstop jurisdictions. The program will also be used to return outstanding 2019-20 fuel charge proceeds, amounting to approximately $120 million, that have not already been returned through the Climate Action Incentive Fund. Emissions / Actions covered: Support emissions-intensive trade-exposed small- and medium sized enterprises in backstop jurisdictions. References: https://budget.gc.ca/2022/report-rapport/chap3-en.html#2022-1 |
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Policy description: Two major steel companies in Ontario, ArcelorMittal and Algoma, announced that they will upgrade their steel plants, which will result in greenhouse gas reductions of about 3 megatonnes in each plant. The ArcelorMittal plant involves a joint investment with the Government of Canada of $1.765 billion in decarbonization technologies at ArcelorMittal Dofasco’s plant in Hamilton. The Government of Canada committed up to $420 million in Algoma Steel's Transformation Plan for Green Steel. Emissions / Actions covered: Emissions from steel production. |
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Policy description: $180 million Indigenous Leadership Fund to support climate action by Indigenous Peoples. Emissions / Actions covered: Support climate action by Indigenous Peoples. |
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Policy description: As large share of the total funding envelope for the Canada Infrastrcture Bank (CIB) is dedicated to emissions reducing and clean growth spending. The clean power priority sector allocates $10 billion to clean electricity projects, including renewables, other non-emitting energy, storage and transmission. It allocates $5 billion to public transit, including $1.5 billion for zero-emission buses. Finally, it allocates $10 billion to green infrastructure, including $2 billion for energy efficient building retrofits. The CIB will provide loans to Indigenous people to purchase equity stakes in infrastructure projects that the CIB is supporting. Emissions / Actions covered: Support clean power projects, green infrastructure and public transit |
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Policy description: $67.2 million of funding "over seven years, starting in 2021-22, with $0.05 million in remaining amortization, to Environment and Climate Change Canada" to implement and administer the Clean Fuel Standard to support Canada's biofuel producers, such as foresters and farmers. This fuels standard is expected to reduce Canadian greenhouse gas emissions by over 20 MT in 2030. Emissions / Actions covered: Reduce emissions from fuels. References: https://canlii.ca/t/bgm2 https://www.budget.gc.ca/2021/report-rapport/p2-en.html#chap5 |
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Policy description: $1.5 billion over five years to establish a Clean Fuels Fund that will de-risk the capital investment required to build new or expand existing clean fuel production facilities (including facility conversions). $67.4 million of funding "over seven years, starting in 2021-22, with $5.6 million in remaining amortization and $10.7 million ongoing, for Measurement Canada to ensure that commercial transactions of low-carbon fuels are measured accurately just as they are for conventional fuels." Emissions / Actions covered: Expand clean fuel production. |
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Policy description: $155 million to invest in clean technology research, development, and demonstration in the Canadian energy, mining, and forestry sectors. Emissions / Actions covered: Advance research and development of clean technologies. |
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Policy description: $1 billion of funding "available on a cash basis, over five years, starting in 2021-22, to help draw in private sector investment" for large-scale clean technology projects. This funding will support Canadian clean tech companies in "commercial scale-up, export, and industry adoption" of clean tech. Emissions / Actions covered: Support clean technology projects. References: https://www.budget.gc.ca/2021/report-rapport/p2-en.html#chap5 |
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Policy description: $35 million of funding, in partnership with the Government of B.C., "to help establish the Centre for Innovation and Clean Energy to advance the scale-up and commercialization of clean technologies in B.C. and across Canada." Emissions / Actions covered: Advance scale-up and commercialization of clean technologies. References: https://www.budget.gc.ca/2021/report-rapport/p2-en.html#chap5 |
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Policy description: Up to $206 million over five years to support Canadian-made projects that help reduce Canada's GHG emissions. Designed to support projects that can create middle-class jobs for Canadians who work in science and technology, in academia, and at the grassroots community level. Emissions / Actions covered: Support/increase employment related to emissions reductions. |
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Policy description: $55 million fund over three years to support communities to develop local plans that identify high-potential growth organizations and connect employers with training providers to develop and deliver training/work placements to upskill and reskill job seekers to fill jobs in demand. Part of the funding will focus on decarbonization and sustainable jobs for workers in transforming sectors like energy. Emissions / Actions covered: Prepare Canadian workforce for changing labour market. |
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Policy description: $319 million investment over seven years, starting in 2021-22, to fund research, development, and demonstrations to advance the commercial viability of CCUS technologies through the carbon capture, utilization, and storage stream. Emissions / Actions covered: Advance viability of carbon capture, utilization, and storage (CCUS) technologies. |
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Policy description: $9.6 million of funding "over three years, starting in 2021-22, to create a Critical Battery Minerals Centre of Excellence at Natural Resources Canada" to "coordinate federal policy and programs on critical minerals, and work with provincial, territorial, and other partners.". $36.8 million investment "over three years, starting in 2021-22, with $10.9 million in remaining amortization, to Natural Resources Canada, for federal research and development to advance critical battery mineral processing and refining expertise.". Emissions / Actions covered: Advance research on critical minerals. References: https://www.budget.gc.ca/2021/report-rapport/p2-en.html#chap5 |
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Policy description: The federal fuel charge, implemented through The Greenhouse Gas Pollution Pricing Act, will be annually increased by $15/tCO2e after 2022 until the tax reaches $170/tCO2e in 2030 and stays constant at that level thereafter. The federal fuel charge is a backstop policy that applies a tax on fossil fuels in provinces that don't have an equally stringent carbon pricing system. These provinces and territories are Ontario, Manitoba, Alberta, Saskatchewan, Yukon and Nunavut. Fuel charge proceeds are returned to households through Canadians' Climate Action Incentive payments on a quarterly basis, starting in 2022. A portion of the proceeds collected through this tax will be returned directly to farmers in backstop provinces, including, Saskatchewan, Manitoba, and Ontario. Emissions / Actions covered: Combustion emissions from all sectors, except emissions-intensive trade-exposed industries, in provinces that don't have an equally stringent charge. |
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Policy description: $72.7 million per year to identify emerging skills and workforce trends and to ensure that Canada's skills development policies and programs evolve to align with a rapidly changing labour market. Emissions / Actions covered: Prepare Canadian workforce for changing labour market. |
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Policy description: Public Services and Procurement Canada will develop new tools, guidelines, and targets to support the adoption of green procurement across the federal government. Emissions / Actions covered: Increase adoption of green procurement across federal government. References: https://budget.gc.ca/2022/report-rapport/chap3-en.html#2022-1 |
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Policy description: $29.6 million over three years, starting in 2022-23, to Crown-Indigenous Relations and Northern Affairs Canada to support the co-development of an Indigenous Climate Leadership Agenda to support self-determined action in addressing Indigenous Peoples' climate priorities. The funding will also support the phased implementation of distinctions-based climate strategies. Emissions / Actions covered: Support co-development of Indigenous Climate Leadership Agenda. References: https://budget.gc.ca/2022/report-rapport/chap7-en.html#2022-3 |
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Policy description: $36.2 million of funding "over five years, starting in 2021-22, to Environment and Climate Change Canada to develop and apply a climate lens that ensures climate considerations are integrated throughout federal government decision-making. This includes resources to increase economic and emissions modelling capacity.". Emissions / Actions covered: Ensure climate considerations are integrated throughout federal government decision-making. References: https://www.budget.gc.ca/2021/report-rapport/p2-en.html#chap5 |
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Policy description: $21.3 million of funding "over five years, starting in 2021-22, and $4.3 million per year ongoing, to Global Affairs Canada for the continuation of the International Business Development Strategy for Clean Technology.". Emissions / Actions covered: Support clean technology development. References: https://www.budget.gc.ca/2021/report-rapport/p2-en.html#chap4 |
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Policy description: Investment tax credit for capital investments in carbon capture, utilization, and storage (CCUS). The target of this measure is to reduce emissions by at least 15 MtCO2e per year. $2.6 billion dollars will be invested in direct air capture (DAC) and CCUS between 2022 and 2026, and $1.5 billion will be invested annually from 2027 to 2030. Tax credit of 50% of upfront costs for CCUS, 60% for DAC, and 37.5% for related transportation infrastructure. Emissions / Actions covered: Reduce emissions through carbon capture, utilization, and storage (CCUS). |
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Policy description: $2.2 billion over seven years, starting in 2022-23, to Environment and Climate Change Canada to expand and extend the Low Carbon Economy Fund (LCEF). The LCEF supports projects that help reduce Canada's GHG emissions, generate clean growth, build resilient communities, and create good jobs for Canadians. The LCEF contains two main streams: The Low Carbon Economy Leadership Fund: $1.4 billion to provinces and territories that have adopted the Framework to reduce emissions, build resilient communities, and generate good jobs for Canadian. The Low Carbon Economy Challenge: $500 million in funding for GHG-emission-reducing projects. Recipients include provinces, territories, businesses, municipalities, not-for-profits, and Indigenous communities and organizations. Emissions / Actions covered: Support projects that help reduce GHG emissions, generate clean growth, build resilient communities, and create good jobs. |
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Policy description: $60 million over two years, from the Nature Smart Climate Solutions Fund, to target protection of existing wetlands/trees on farms, including through a reverse auction pilot program. $780 million over five years, starting in 2022-23, to Environment and Climate Change Canada to expand the Nature Smart Climate Solutions Fund. Emissions / Actions covered: Protect existing wetlands/trees on farms and expand Nature Smart Climate Solutions Fund. |
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Policy description: $300 million over five years to ensure rural, remote, and Indigenous communities that currently rely on diesel have the opportunity to be powered by clean, reliable energy. Emissions / Actions covered: Increase opportunities for rural, remote, and Indigenous communities to use clean and reliable energy. |
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Policy description: $25 million starting in 2022-23, to Natural Resources Canada to establish Regional Strategic Initiatives to work with provinces, territories, and relevant stakeholders to develop net-zero energy plans. Emissions / Actions covered: Develop net-zero energy plans. References: https://budget.gc.ca/2022/report-rapport/chap3-en.html#2022-1 |
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Policy description: $960 million over three years to design and deliver training to prepare the workforce for a net-zero emissions economy. Portion of funding allocated to clean energy sector businesses, organizations, and jobs. Emissions / Actions covered: Prepare Canadian workforce for changing labour market. |
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Policy description: $298 million over three years to help create 90,000 job-training opportunities for foundational and transferable skills training. Emissions / Actions covered: Prepare Canadian workforce for changing labour market. |
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Policy description: $120.6 million over five years, starting in 2022-23, and $0.5 million ongoing as follows: $69.9 million for Natural Resources Canada to undertake research to minimize waste generated from reactors, support the creation of a fuel supply chain, strengthen international nuclear cooperation agreements, and enhance domestic safety and security policies and practices, and $50.7 million and $0.5 million ongoing, for the Canadian Nuclear Safety Commission to build the capacity to regulate small modular reactors and work with international partners on global regulatory harmonization. Emissions / Actions covered: Support expansion of small modular reactors. References: https://budget.gc.ca/2022/report-rapport/chap3-en.html#2022-1 |
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Policy description: $94.4 million of funding "over five years, starting in 2021-22, to Environment and Climate Change Canada to increase domestic and international capacity and action to address climate change, enhance clean tech policy capacity, including in support of the Clean Growth Hub, and to fund reporting requirements under the Canadian Net-Zero Emissions Accountability Act," which was established in 2020. Emissions / Actions covered: Strengthen domestic and international capacity/action to address climate change. References: https://www.budget.gc.ca/2021/report-rapport/p2-en.html#chap5 |
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Policy description: $40.4 million of funding over three years, starting in 2021-22, to "support feasibility and planning of hydroelectricity and grid interconnection projects in the North. This funding could advance projects, such as the Atlin Hydro Expansion Project in Yukon and the Kivalliq HydroFibre Link Project in Nunavut. Projects will provide clean power to northern communities and help reduce emissions from mining projects." $36 million of funding over three years, starting in 2021-22, through "the Strategic Partnerships Initiative, to build capacity for local, economically-sustainable clean energy projects in First Nations, Inuit, and Métis communities and support economic development opportunities." $25 million of funding, in 2021-22, "to the Government of Yukon to support its climate change priorities, in collaboration with Crown-Indigenous Relations and Northern Affairs Canada and Environment and Climate Change Canada." $32.3 million investment over two years, starting in 2022-23, from the expanded Low Carbon Economy Fund to support the Atlin Hydro Expansion project in British Columbia, which will provide clean electricity to the Yukon and help reduce greenhouse gas emissions. The federal government has previously committed $83.9 million to this project. Emissions / Actions covered: Support emissions reductions in Northern Canadian communities. |
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Policy description: $185 million to support workers and communities affected by the phase-out of coal. $35 million for the Canada Coal Transition Initiative focused on skills development and economic diversification. $150 million dedicated for infrastructure. Emissions / Actions covered: Support workers and communities affected by the phase-out of coal. |
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Policy description: $750 million over five years to support startups and to scale-up companies to enable pre-commercial clean technologies to demonstrate feasibility of pre-commercial clean technologies and enable early commercialization efforts. Emissions / Actions covered: Support clean technology startups. |
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Policy description: Investment tax credit of up to 30%, focused on net-zero technologies, battery storage solutions, and clean hydrogen. Emissions / Actions covered: Support technologies that reduce emissions. |
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Policy description: $104.6 million of funding "over five years, starting in 2021–22, with $2.8 million in remaining amortization, to Environment and Climate Change Canada to strengthen regulations on greenhouse gas emissions for light- and heavy-duty vehicles and off-road residential equipment, establish national methane regulations for large landfills, and undertake additional actions to reduce and better use waste at these sites." Emissions / Actions covered: Strengthen regulations governing GHG emissions References: https://www.budget.gc.ca/2021/report-rapport/p2-en.html#chap5 |
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Policy description: Commitment to implement regulations that will reduce methane emissions from the oil and gas sector by at least 75% below 2012 levels by 2030. This builds on the federal government's current methane regulations, which seek to reduce methane emissions in the upstream oil and gas sector 40% to 45% below 2012 levels by 2025. Emissions / Actions covered: Combustion methane emissions from oil and gas production. |
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Policy description: Eliminate the flow-through share regime for fossil fuel sector activities. This will be done by no longer allowing expenditures related to oil, gas, and coal exploration and development to be renounced to flow-through share investors for flow-through share agreements entered into after March 31, 2023. Emissions / Actions covered: Prevent expenditures related to activities in the fossil fuel sector. References: https://budget.gc.ca/2022/report-rapport/chap3-en.html#2022-1 |
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Policy description: The Prime Minister included the following statement in his December 2021 mandate letter to the Minister of Environment and Climate Change: "With the support of the Minister of Natural Resources, cap oil and gas sector emissions at current levels and ensure that the sector makes an ambitious and achievable contribution to meeting the country’s 2030 climate goals." In August 2022, the federal government released a discussion document seeking input on two potential regulatory approaches: 1. The development of a new cap-and-trade system under the Canadian Environmental Protection Act, 1999; and 2. The modification of existing carbon pollution pricing systems under the Greenhouse Gas Pollution Pricing Act. Additionally, the 2030 ERP modelled contribution from 31% reduction in emissions from the oil emissions by 31% from 2005 levels to reach 110 Mt CO2e in 2030. Emissions / Actions covered: It is not yet clear if this will include upstream and/or downstream emissions, emissions from natural gas transmission pipelines and petroleum refineries, or combustion and direct non-combustion emissions. |
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Policy description: $675 million to help Canadian onshore oil and gas companies invest in green solutions to continue progress towards reducing methane emissions in the context of COVID-19. Emissions / Actions covered: Reduce methane emissions. |
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Policy description: $42 million to further position the offshore oil and gas sector as a leader in Canada's transition to a low-carbon future. Emissions / Actions covered: Reduce emissions from offshore oil and gas industry. |
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Policy description: $33 million to support research, development, and demonstration projects that advance solutions to decarbonize the offshore oil and gas industry. Emissions / Actions covered: Reduce emissions from offshore oil and gas industry. |
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Policy description: Canada intends to expand coverage and increase the stringency of the methane reduction obligations in the existing federal oil and gas methane regulations. ECCC released a discussion paper in March 2022, which outlines two potential approaches: (1) building upon the current approach, via command-and-control regulation to specify technical solutions that must be implemented to reduce emissions from specific sources; or (2) moving to a performance-based approach, which would place greater emphasis on performance-based objectives, such as maximum emission levels or emission reduction targets. Emissions / Actions covered: Combustion methane emissions from oil and gas production. |
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Policy description: Performance-based fuel supply standard requiring primary suppliers (i.e., producers and importers) of gasoline and diesel to achieve at 3.5 gCO2e/MJ reduction in the lifecycle carbon intensity (CI) of their fuels from 2016 CI levels by 2023 and a 14 gCO2e/MJ reduction by 2030. The Clean Fuel Regulations (CFR) also create a credit-based compliance market that allows regulated liquid fuel suppliers and voluntary credit generators to trade compliance credits. At the end of each compliance period, regulated suppliers must present sufficient credits to comply with the reduction requirement. Credits can be produced by: • Reducing the CI of their fuel throughout its lifecycle, • Supplying low-carbon fuels (i.e., blending low-carbon fuels such as ethanol into the liquid stream), and/or • Supplying fuel and energy for end-use fuel switching in transport. Emissions / Actions covered: Emissions Reduction Fund - Offshore RD&D Program |
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Policy description: $199.6 million over five years, starting in 2022-23, and $0.4 million ongoing, to Natural Resources Canada to expand the Green Freight Assessment Program, which will be renamed the Green Freight Program. This will support assessments and retrofits of more vehicles and a greater diversity of fleet and vehicle types. Emissions / Actions covered: Reduce emissions from freight. References: https://budget.gc.ca/2022/report-rapport/chap3-en.html#2022-1 |
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Policy description: $2.2 million over five years, starting in 2022-23, to Natural Resources Canada to renew the Greening Government Operations Fleet Program, which will continue to conduct readiness assessments of federal buildings required to facilitate the transition of the federal vehicle fleet to zero-emission vehicles. Emissions / Actions covered: Increase the use of ZEVs. |
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Policy description: $547.5 million over four years, starting in 2022-23, to Transport Canada to launch a new purchase inventive program for medium- and heavy-duty zero-emission vehicles. Emissions / Actions covered: Increase the use of ZEVs. |
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Policy description: $200 million to retrofit large trucks currently on the road to cut pollution now. Emissions / Actions covered: Reduce emissions from large trucks. |
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Policy description: $500 million from Canada Infrastructure Bank (CIB) for large-scale urban and commercial zero-emission vehicle (ZEV) charging and refuelling infrastructure. Canada Infrastructure Bank will support federal government with adding 50,000 ZEV charging infrastructure to Canada's network. Emissions / Actions covered: Increase the use of ZEVs. |
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Policy description: $227.9 million of funding "over eight years, starting in 2023-24, to the Treasury Board Secretariat to implement a Low-Carbon Fuel Procurement Program within the Greening Government Fund" to support the development of "low-emission marine and aviation fuels." The intention of this spending is to encourage industry development of more clean fuels for federal domestic air and marine travel as federal procurement continues to "prioritize the use of lower carbon materials, fuels, and processes." Emissions / Actions covered: Increase the development of low-emission marine and aviation fuels. References: https://www.budget.gc.ca/2021/report-rapport/p2-en.html#chap5 |
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Policy description: $14.9 billion investment "over eight years, starting in 2021-22, for public transit projects across Canada," which will include "new permanent funding of $3 billion per year for communities across Canada, beginning in 2026-27" to support the development of "new subway lines, light-rail transit and streetcars, electric buses, active transportation infrastructure, and improved rural transit." Emissions / Actions covered: Improve public transit. |
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Policy description: $33.8 million over five years, starting in 2022-23, with $42.1 million in remaining amortization, to Transport Canada to work with provinces and territories to develop and harmonize regulations and to conduct safety testing for long-haul zero-emission trucks. Emissions / Actions covered: Increase the use of long-haul zero-emission trucks. References: https://budget.gc.ca/2022/report-rapport/chap3-en.html#2022-1 |
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Policy description: Invest an additional $150 million over three years in charging and refueling stations across Canada, as announced in the 2020 Fall Economic Statement. Emissions / Actions covered: Combustion emissions from light-duty, medium-duty, and heavy-duty vehicles. |
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Policy description: $1.7 billion over five years, starting in 2022-23, with $0.8 million in remaining amortization, to Transport Canada to extend the Incentives for Zero-Emission Vehicles (iZEV) program until March 2025. Eligibility under the program will also be broadened to support the purchase of more vehicle models, including more vans, trucks, and SUVs, which will help make ZEVs more affordable. Rebate of up to $5,000 to offset the purchase price of a ZEV. Emissions / Actions covered: Increase the use of ZEVs. |
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Policy description: $56.1 million of funding "over five years, starting in 2021-22, with $16.3 million in remaining amortization and $13 million per year ongoing, to Measurement Canada to develop and implement, in coordination with international partners such as the United States, a set of codes and standards for retail ZEV charging and fuelling stations. This would include accreditation and inspection frameworks needed to ensure the standards are adhered to at Canada’s vast network of charging and refuelling stations". Emissions / Actions covered: Increase the use of ZEVs. References: https://www.budget.gc.ca/2021/report-rapport/p2-en.html#chap5 |
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Policy description: $400 million over five years, starting in 2022-23, to Natural Resources Canada to fund the deployment of zero-emission vehicle (ZEV) charging infrastructure in suburban and remote communities through the Zero-Emissions Vehicle Infrastructure Program (ZEVIP). Emissions / Actions covered: Increase the use of ZEVs. References: https://budget.gc.ca/2022/report-rapport/chap3-en.html#2022-1 |
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Policy description: Commitment to align light-duty performance standards with the most stringent standards in North America. Emissions / Actions covered: Combustion emissions from light-duty vehicles. |
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Policy description: In the Healthy Environment and Healthy Economy plan, the federal government announced its intent to "further improve the efficiency of heavy duty vehicles standards for post-2025 by aligning with the most stringent standards in North America – whether at the United States federal or state level." The federal government also expressed interest in developing an emissions standard for medium- and heavy-duty vehicles, similar to California’s, which is the currently most stringent standard for heavy-duty vehicles in North America. Emissions / Actions covered: Combustion emissions from on-road medium- and heavy-duty vehicles (excluding transit buses). |
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Policy description: Commitment to develop a zero-emission vehicle (ZEV) sales mandate for new light-duty, medium-duty, and heavy-duty vehicles, similar to those in California. The currently proposed mandatory sales targets for light-duty vehicles are at least 20% by 2026, 60% by 2030 and 100% in 2035. The current proposed target for medium-duty and heavy-duty vehicle sales is 35% ZEV sales by 2030 and 100% by 2040, in selected medium- and heavy-duty categories, based on feasibility. The prospect of adding additional interim targets and the mechanism for mandating the sales targets are still under discussion. Emissions / Actions covered: Combustion emissions from light-duty, medium-duty, and heavy-duty vehicles. |
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Policy description: Businesses can receive a tax write-off of up to 100% when purchasing a zero-emission vehicle before 2024. The tax write-off rate declines to 75% in 2024, 25% in 2025, and 0% in 2028. Emissions / Actions covered: Increase the use of ZEVs. |
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Policy description: $20 million over five years to incentivize developing and deploying innovative new solutions to reduce food waste across the supply chain. Emissions / Actions covered: Reduce food waste. |
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Policy description: Commitment to "develop new federal regulations to increase the number of landfills that collect and treat their methane, and ensure that landfills already operating these systems make improvements to collect all they can." These new regulations are expected to reduce emissions by approximately 6 Mt annually by 2030. Emissions / Actions covered: Non-combustion methane emissions from waste. |
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Policy description: Budget 2022 announced the government’s intention to create the Canada Growth Fund (CGF)— to be capitalized with $15 billion. The Fall Economic Statement outlined the design, operations, and investment strategy of the CGF. The CGF will make investments that attract private sector investment in Canadian businesses and projects to help seize the opportunities provided by a net-zero economy. CGF investments will help meet the following national economic policy goals: 1. Reduce emissions and achieve Canada’s climate targets; 2. Accelerate the deployment of key technologies, such as low-carbon hydrogen and CCUS 3. Scale up companies that will create jobs, drive productivity and clean growth, and encourage the retention of intellectual property in Canada; and 4. Capitalize on Canada’s natural resources and strengthen critical supply chains to secure Canada’s future economic and environmental well-being Emissions / Actions covered: Advance commercialization and scale-up of clean technologies |
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Policy description: Investment tax credit of 15-40% of eligible expenses on equipment for hydrogen projects. Hydrogen produced using electrolysis or from natural gas with CCUS are eligible. The rate of the credit depends on the carbon intensity of the hydrogen, calculated using the Government of Canada's Fuel Life Cycle Assessment model. Emissions / Actions covered: Encourage low-carbon hydrogen production |
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Policy description: In Budget 2022, the government proposed to provide up to $3.8 billion in support over eight years starting in 2022-23 to implement Canada’s first Critical Minerals Strategy. The government is committed to launch a strategy that will help advance the development of critical mineral resources and value chains that will power the green economy. Emissions / Actions covered: Support investments in critical minerals |
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Policy description: The 2022 Fall Economic Statement proposes to provide $250 million over five years, starting in 2023-24, to Employment and Social Development Canada to help ensure Canadian workers can thrive in a changing global economy. Specific measures include: 1. The Sustainable Jobs Training Centre: The Centre would bring together workers, unions, employers, and training institutions across the country to examine the skills of the labour force today, forecast future skills requirements, and develop curriculum, micro-credentials, and on-site learning 2. A new sustainable jobs stream under the Union Training and Innovation Program: The Union Training and Innovation Program supports union-based apprenticeship training in the skilled trades. Funded projects through this stream would support unions in leading the development of green skills training for workers in the trades. 3. The Sustainable Jobs Secretariat: The Sustainable Jobs Secretariat would be a one-stop shop for workers and employers, providing the most up to date information on federal programs, funding, and services across government departments as Canada works to build a low-carbon economy Emissions / Actions covered: Prepare Canadian workforce for changing labour market. References: https://www.budget.gc.ca/fes-eea/2022/report-rapport/FES-EEA-2022-en.pdf |
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Policy description: The new $250 million OHPA Grant will help households move from home heating oil to electric heat pumps. The Grant will provide up to $10,000 to cover heat pump purchases, electrical upgrades, and removal of oil tanks and it is designed to benefit low-to-median-income Canadian households. Eligible homeowners will be able to combine the Grant with funding from existing federal, provincial, territorial, and utility programs. Emissions / Actions covered: Support low-to-median income household heatpump adoption |
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Policy description: $6.3 billion over between 2024-2028, and $19.4 billion from 2028 to 2035 to support investments in clean electricity. Budget 2023 announced a 15 percent refundable tax credit is available to investments in non-emitting electricity generation systems (wind, concentrated solar, solar photovoltaic, hydro (including large-scale), wave, tidal, and small modular and large-scale nuclear), abated natural gas, electricity storage, and equipment for the transmissions of electricity between provinces and territories. Emissions / Actions covered: Support and accelerate clean electricity investment in Canada References: https://www.budget.canada.ca/2023/pdf/budget-2023-en.pdf |
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Policy description: $3.0 billion over 13 years starting in 2023-24 to NRCan to recapitalize the Smart Renewables and Electrification Pathways Program, renew the smart grid program, and create new investments and capitalize on offshore wind, paritcularly in offshore wind Emissions / Actions covered: Increase investments in renewable electricity generation and grid modernization. References: https://www.budget.canada.ca/2023/pdf/budget-2023-en.pdf |
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Policy description: When concluding agreements with investors, the Canada Growth Fund may sign "contracts for difference" that guarantee the future price of carbon or a commodity, like hydrogen. These contracts give investors more certainty that they will make a return on the investment. If the price does not rise as agreed, the government would pay the investor the difference. The Government of Canada will also hold consultations about a "broad-based approach" to carbon contracts for difference. These contracts might focus on guaranteeing the future price of carbon, providing more certainty that the carbon price will rise as currently scheduled. Emissions / Actions covered: Various |
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Policy description: Investment tax credit of up to 30% for capital spending related to the manufacturing of specified clean technologies or the processing of critical minerals Emissions / Actions covered: Incentivize domestic manufacturing of clean technologies References: https://www.budget.canada.ca/2023/report-rapport/chap3-en.html#a7 |
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Policy description: Manufacturers of specified zero-emission technologies are eligible for a halved corporate income tax rate, either of 9% at the general rate or of 4.5% at the small business rate. The reduced rate begins to phase down in 2032 and expires in 2034. Emissions / Actions covered: Support manufacturers of specified zero-emission technologies |
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Policy description: Investment tax credit of up to 30% for exploration expenditures renounced to flow-through share investors related to fifteen specified minerals Emissions / Actions covered: Incentivize the exploration and development of critical minerals in Canada |
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Policy description: Budget 2023 proposed to create a Green Shipping Corridor Program. The program would receive $165.4 million over seven years to reduce emissions and environmental harm from marine shipping. It appears that the program will include spending on lower-emitting vessels and shore power technology. Emissions / Actions covered: Emissions from marine shipping References: https://www.budget.canada.ca/2023/report-rapport/chap4-en.html#a13 |
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Policy description: $1 billion over six years announced in budget 2022 combined with $500 million from existing program funding to support critical minerals projects and the growth of the solar industry. Emissions / Actions covered: Support investments in programs related to innovation, clean technologies, and critical minerals |
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Policy description: Funding to several carbon capture and storage (CCS) projects, including the Shell Canada Energy Quest Project and the Alberta Carbon Trunk Line, reducing emissions by up to 2.76 Mt annually. Emissions / Actions covered: Increase captured emissions from oil sands upgrading. References: https://www.alberta.ca/carbon-capture-utilization-and-storage-funded-projects-and-reports.aspx |
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Policy description: Restriction on GHG emissions to 100 MtCO2e annually from all oil sands sites combined. Oil sands sites include buildings, equipment and machinery, vehicles, and other infrastructure that are necessary for the operations of an oil sands site. Implementing regulations are not yet in place. Emissions / Actions covered: Emissions from oil sands production. Excludes emissions from cogeneration and upgrading, emissions from prescribed experimental schemes, emissions from prescribed primary production, and emissions from prescribed enhanced recovery. |
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Policy description: Regulation requiring 30% of electricity produced in Alberta come from renewable sources by 2030. Interim targets of 15% by 2022, 20% by 2025, and 26% by 2028 have been established. Emissions / Actions covered: Increase renewable electricity generation. References: https://www.qp.alberta.ca/1266.cfm?page=r16p5.cfm&leg_type=Acts&isbncln=9780779814060 |
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Policy description: Industrial carbon pricing and emission trading system, which replaced the Specified Gas Emitters Regulation (2007-2017) and the Carbon Competitiveness Incentive Regulation (2018-2019). The Technology Innovation and Emissions Reduction (TIER) Regulation applies to facilities emitting over 100,000 tCO2e annually in any year since 2016. There are also options for facilities below the threshold to opt in to the TIER program under certain conditions. The regulation establishes performance-level benchmarks. TIER facilities meet the federal benchmark and are exempt from paying the federal fuel charge. TIER applies to about 60% of Alberta's emissions. Regulated facilities may 1) reduce emissions beyond the required benchmark to earn credits, 2) pay a prescribed price to emit, 3) utilize emission performance credits, 4) utilize the Alberta Emission Offsets system. The cost of credits is set at $40/credit for 2021 and $50/credit for 2022. Emissions / Actions covered: Direct emissions from industrial facilities emitting over 100,000 tCO2e per year. |
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Policy description: Under the Technology Innovation and Emissions Reduction (TIER) Regulation, emission offsets are a regulatory compliance option for large industrial emitters. Emission offsets are generated voluntarily in sectors including agriculture, renewable energy, waste management, and oil and gas. Emissions / Actions covered: Increase carbon sequestration through emissions reduction compliance. References: https://www.alberta.ca/alberta-emission-offset-system.aspx |
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Policy description: Target to transition away from coal-fired electricity by 2023. Emissions / Actions covered: Combustion emissions from coal-powered electricity. |
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Policy description: A methane reduction target of 45% by 2025 using regulation, market-based programs, and investments. Addresses common sources of methane emissions in the upstream oil and gas industry, and puts forth changes in measuring, monitoring, and reporting on methane emissions. Emissions / Actions covered: Combustion methane emissions from upstream oil and gas facilities. References: https://www.alberta.ca/climate-methane-emissions.aspx |
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Policy description: A partnership between the Government of Alberta, Rural Municipalities of Alberta, and Alberta Municipalities to support emission reductions and energy savings initiatives in municipalities, schools, and communities. Provides funding and capacity-building services. Emissions / Actions covered: Increase energy efficiency of municipal, community, and school buildings and reduce their emissions. References: https://mccac.ca/ |
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Policy description: In 2017, approximately 270 vehicles registered in Alberta were equipped with new-generation wide-base single tires (NGWBST), resulting in fuel savings of 10% per vehicle. This project issues annual fleet permits to companies interested in using NGWBST on provincial highways at loads equivalent to dual tire configurations (9100 kg for single axle, 17,000 kg for tandem axle). Emissions / Actions covered: Increase energy efficiency of vehicles registered in Alberta. References: https://rmalberta.com/news/information-regarding-new-generation-wide-base-single-tires/ |
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Policy description: $2.1 billion received from the Federal Investing in Canada Infrastructure Program, to be used for public transit from 2018-2028, in particular for municipalities with existing transit authorities. Emissions / Actions covered: Improve and expand existing public transportation networks. References: https://www.alberta.ca/ICIP-public-transit.aspx |
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Policy description: Performance standard requiring minimum 5% qualifying renewable alcohol content in gasoline, and 2% qualifying bio-based diesel in diesel fuel sold by fuel suppliers. Emissions / Actions covered: Combustion emissions from gasoline and diesel fuel for transportation. References: https://www.canlii.org/en/ab/laws/regu/alta-reg-29-2010/latest/alta-reg-29-2010.html |
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Policy description: $131 million in funding to support the emission reductions efforts of large industrial emitters. Example recipients include: Advantage Energy's Glacier Gas Plant Carbon Capture and Storage and Waste Heat Recovery in Hythe, Ember Resource's Ember Engine Emissions Reduction Program at multiple facilities throughout east/central Alberta, and Imperial Oil's Kearl ConDex Full Scale Oil Sands Mine Installations in Fort McMurray. Emissions / Actions covered: Increase emission reductions from large industrial emitters. References: https://www.alberta.ca/industrial-energy-efficiency-carbon-capture-utilization-and-storage.aspx |
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Policy description: $55 million in funding from the Government of Alberta to Emission Reduction Alberta’s Energy Savings for Business program to support funding for emissions-reducing industrial and commercial projects in small and medium-sized facilities. Emissions / Actions covered: Increase energy efficiency and support fuel switching for technologies in small and medium industrial and commercial facilities. References: https://www.eralberta.ca/energy-savings-for-business/ |
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Policy description: $58 million in funding for 20 projects worth more than $155 million. These projects support innovative emission reductions in the natural gas sector. An estimated 1 MT of GHG reductions could result from these innovations. Funding comes from carbon pricing payments made through the Technology Innovation and Emissions Reduction (TIER) fund. Emissions / Actions covered: Support R&D projects to reduce emissions in the upstream and downstream oil and gas sector. |
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Policy description: A voluntary financing program for municipalities that reduces the upfront loan repayment costs for energy efficiency upgrades. To qualify, municipalities must pass a local bylaw. Subsequently, delivery and administration is led by Energy Efficiency Alberta. In order to be eligible, projects must focus on energy efficiency, on-site renewables, insulation upgrades, or high-efficiency heating. Emissions / Actions covered: Increase energy efficiency of existing buildings and increase their use of renewable energy. References: https://www.alberta.ca/clean-energy-improvement-program.aspx |
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Policy description: A funding program for agricultural producers that covers 30% to 50% of eligible expenses (up to $100,000) for investments intended to support sustainable agricultural production, carbon emission mitigation, and reduction of the risks of water contamination. Eligible expenses may include: innovative solutions to addressing environmental impacts of agriculture, improved pesticide and nutrient management, riparian management, and waste management. Emissions / Actions covered: Provide investment support for active producers or commercial manure applicators in Alberta with a valid Environmental Farm Plan. References: https://cap.alberta.ca/CAP/program/STEW_PROD |
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Policy description: Policies in development to increase the use of low-carbon and renewable materials in all government buildings, beginning with the establishment of embodied carbon targets, and the development of a Low Carbon Building Materials Strategy by 2023. Emissions / Actions covered: Increase use of low-carbon and renewable materials in all government buildings. References: https://unfccc.int/documents/209928 |
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Policy description: The BC Energy Step Code is an optional compliance pathway within the BC Building Code that local governments may use to require or incentivize increased building efficiency standards for new buildings. These updated optional standards consist of increased energy performance standards compared to the existing BC Building Code of 20% more energy efficiency by 2022, 40% more energy efficiency by 2027, and 80% more energy efficiency by 2032 (net-zero energy ready standard). Emissions / Actions covered: Increase energy efficiency of new buildings. References: https://www2.gov.bc.ca/gov/content/industry/construction-industry/building-codes-standards/energy-efficiency |
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Policy description: Announced in 2021, these carbon pollution standards will be added to the BC Building Code. These standards will begin on a voluntary basis in collaboration with local governments and will then be phased in as mandatory provincial regulations after 2023. These standards will be performance based, with various compliance pathways such as options for electrification, utilizing low-carbon fuels (such as renewable natural gas) or implementing low-carbon district energy. Emissions / Actions covered: Combustion emissions from all new buildings. |
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Policy description: Efficiency standards of 100% efficiency required for newly sold and installed space- and water-heating equipment after 2030. Emissions / Actions covered: Improve efficiency of newly sold and installed space- and water-heating equipment. |
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Policy description: Programs offering incentives for energy efficiency measures in residential, commercial, and industrial buildings. CleanBC Better Homes programs include rebates for households including the Indigenous Community Heat Pump Incentive (funding for heat pump installation in residential and community buildings in Indigenous communities), rebates for heat pumps, support for electric service upgrades, and new construction programs for the construction of high-performance electric homes. The Better Buildings program provides incentives for commercial buildings including: support for upgrades, support for heating equipment conversions, low-interest financing and ISO 50001 incentive (co-managed with federal government), and implementation of energy management systems in industrial facilities. Emissions / Actions covered: Improve energy efficiency of residential, commercial, and industrial buildings. References: https://unfccc.int/documents/209928 https://betterbuildingsbc.ca/ https://betterhomesbc.ca/ |
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Policy description: Regularly updated standards for products that use or control energy. Regulated devices include: windows, appliances, space heaters, water heaters, lighting, and some types of industrial equipment. Emissions / Actions covered: Ensure high efficiency of products that use or control energy. |
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Policy description: The Charter is a voluntary agreement between provincial and municipal governments to work towards carbon-neutral corporate operations and develop more energy-efficient communities. The charter has been signed by 187 of 189 municipalities and regional districts in British Columbia. Emissions / Actions covered: Increase energy efficiency and reduce combustion emissions associated with local government corporate operations. References: https://www2.gov.bc.ca/gov/content/governments/local-governments/climate-action/bc-climate-action-charter |
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Policy description: A financing program reducing upfront loan repayment costs for energy retrofits. Annual improvement payments are tied to a specific property rather than an individual, and are paid through local government property taxes. Emissions / Actions covered: Support energy retrofits for existing residential and commercial buildings. References: https://www2.gov.bc.ca/gov/content/environment/climate-change/planning-and-action |
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Policy description: A program to increase availability of home energy and efficiency data by including energy efficiency ratings in British Columbia home sale listings. Emissions / Actions covered: Increase the availability of energy efficiency data for B.C. home sales. References: https://www2.gov.bc.ca/gov/content/environment/climate-change/planning-and-action |
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Policy description: An innovation fund supporting research, demonstration and development of low-carbon building materials, construction methods and building components to increase affordability and accessibility. Emissions / Actions covered: Support R&D into low-carbon construction components and processes. References: https://www2.gov.bc.ca/gov/content/environment/climate-change/clean-buildings |
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Policy description: Provincial Sales Tax (PST) exemption on heat pumps and an increase to 12% PST on heating equipment that uses fossil fuels. Effective April 1, 2022. Emissions / Actions covered: Increase use of low-carbon-emission space heating technology, primarily heat pumps. References: https://www2.gov.bc.ca/gov/content/environment/climate-change/clean-buildings |
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Policy description: A refundable income tax credit for up to 5% of qualifying expenditures spent on qualifying retrofits to improve energy efficiency. Effective April 1, 2022 until April 1, 2025. This credit is intended to reduce energy use intensity in qualifying buildings (mainly MURB and commercial). Qualifying expenditures include HVAC systems, fans, lighting, water-heating equipment, pumps, and permitting. Emissions / Actions covered: Improve energy efficiency of eligible commercial and multi-unit residential buildings (MURBs). References: https://www2.gov.bc.ca/gov/content/taxes/income-taxes/corporate/credits/clean-buildings |
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Policy description: A 20% discount on standard industrial hydro rates to support industrial electrification. This new BC Hydro rate is available to eligible industrial customers developing clean industry or investing in new electrified equipment, or to new customers using electricity instead of fossil fuels. The discounted rate is available for 5 years and will phase back to the standard industrial rate by year eight. Emissions / Actions covered: Increase electrification of industrial equipment and facilities. References: https://news.gov.bc.ca/releases/2021PREM0006-000153 |
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Policy description: A regulatory policy framework to guide the deployment of carbon capture and storage (CCS) technologies. The current regime requires that proponents obtain storage and disposal rights and approval for CCS operations, as indicated in amendments made to the Petroleum and Natural Gas Act (PNGA) and the Oil and Gas Activities Act (OGAA) Emissions / Actions covered: Combustion emissions from industry, such as oil and gas, pulp and paper, and cement. |
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Policy description: A program that reinvests a portion of carbon tax revenue above $30/t into low-carbon technologies to support GHG reductions and competitiveness in industry. This program is expected to reduce emissions by 2.5 MtCO2e by 2030. The program has returned over $180 million in incentive payments to the low-carbon industry. The program is comprised of the CleanBC Industry Fund and the CleanBC Industrial Incentive Program. Emissions / Actions covered: Support GHG reductions and competitiveness in industry. |
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Policy description: A five-year program providing conditional incentives to cement producers to utilize renewables in their fuel mix, procure long-term renewable fuel supply contracts, and meet or beat new emissions intensity benchmarks. Emissions / Actions covered: Reduce combustion emissions from cement production. References: https://unfccc.int/documents/209928 |
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Policy description: New large industrial facilities must submit plans to achieve net-zero emissions by 2050, as well as demonstrate their alignment with 2030 and 2040 provincial interim targets. Policy details are under development Emissions / Actions covered: Emissions from new large industrial facilities. |
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Policy description: $84 million in federal green infrastructure funding allocated to support industrial electricity consumers who are switching from carbon-based fuels to electricity. Funding covers 50% of eligible costs, including planning and construction of new electrical connections for up to $15 million. Emissions / Actions covered: Increase electrification (transition away from carbon-based fuels) by large industrial BC Hydro customers. |
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Policy description: Emissions reporting requirement for industrial operations with a total amount of attributable emissions that are greater than or equal to 10,000 tCO2e, not including CO2 produced from biomass. Emissions / Actions covered: All emissions (including biomass) from facilities that produce >10 kt CO2e emissions annually References: https://www.bclaws.gov.bc.ca/civix/document/id/lc/statreg/249_2015#ScheduleA |
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Policy description: Planned introduction of a GHG emissions cap to require gas utilities to reduce emissions to 6 MtCO2e annually by 2030. There is expected to be flexibility in how utilities may meet this target. Emissions / Actions covered: Combustion emissions from natural gas supplied by utilities (excluding the oil and gas sector). References: https://www2.gov.bc.ca/gov/content/environment/climate-change/planning-and-action |
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Policy description: The aim of the cap will be to meet the provincial oil and gas emission target Emissions / Actions covered: Unclear whether the cap will focus on upstream oil and gas emissions only or will include emissions from transmission, refining and distribution. References: https://news.gov.bc.ca/releases/2023PREM0018-000326 |
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Policy description: The framework consists of four actions that are intended to meet the province's 2030 emissions reduction targets for the oil and gas sector: requiring LNG facilities in or entering the environmental assessment process to have a "credible" plan to be net zero by 2030; a regulatory emissions cap for the sector; a Clean Energy and Major Projects Office to support "clean energy projects"; and a BC Hydro task force to help plan a clean electricity system. Emissions / Actions covered: Emissions from oil and gas extraction, processing and refining, and transportation emissions from pipelines. References: https://news.gov.bc.ca/releases/2023PREM0018-000326 |
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Policy description: The carbon tax applies to the purchase and use of fossil fuels and covers approximately 70% of provincial greenhouse gas emissions. The Province has committed to meeting or exceeding the federal carbon price backstop of $170/tonne by 2030. Revenues are recycled to provide carbon tax relief, maintain industry competitiveness, and support green initiatives. Emissions / Actions covered: Combustion emissions from fossil fuel use. |
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Policy description: In 2023, the province announced that it would establish a new output-based pricing system for large stationary sources of GHGs. The program will come into force on 1 April 2024 and is intended to bring the province's carbon price for heavy emitters in line with the revised federal benchmark for carbon pricing. The system will be modeled on the federal Output-Based Pricing System Regulations. Emissions / Actions covered: Emissions from large industrial emitters References: https://www.bcbudget.gov.bc.ca/2023/pdf/2023_Budget_and_Fiscal_Plan.pdf |
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Policy description: A $50 million Carbon Neutral Capital Program to support public sector initiatives to reduce emissions and achieve energy efficiency. Emissions / Actions covered: Increase efficiency and reduce emissions associated with public sector initiatives. References: https://unfccc.int/documents/209928 |
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Policy description: Carbon-neutral public sector targets under the Greenhouse Gas Reduction Targets Act requiring the provincial government, including provincial ministries and agencies, schools, colleges, universities, health authorities and Crown corporations, to become carbon neutral by 2010 and report annually on actions taken towards carbon neutrality. Public sector operations have been carbon neutral from 2010 to 2021, and public sector emissions in 2021 were approximately 13% lower than 2010. Emissions / Actions covered: Combustion emissions from public sector operations. |
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Policy description: A retrofit program for existing government facilities, and a plan to ensure all new government facilities have 100% clean energy. Emissions / Actions covered: Increase energy efficiency of existing government facilities and ensure new government buildings use 100% clean energy. References: https://news.gov.bc.ca/releases/2019CITZ0041-001354 |
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Policy description: $97 million since 2008 towards clean energy initiatives including research and development, clean technology investments, and energy efficiency programs. Supports British Columbia's energy and GHG reduction priorities to advance clean energy. Emissions / Actions covered: Expand clean-energy initiatives. References: https://unfccc.int/documents/209928 |
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Policy description: This act sets out targets for British Columbia's emission reductions (33% reduction from 2007 emissions for 2020 and 80% reduction from 2007 emissions by 2050) and targets for carbon neutrality in the public sector. The Act also requires the establishment of sectoral and interim emission reduction targets. Emissions / Actions covered: Combustion emissions from public sector operations. References: https://www.bclaws.gov.bc.ca/civix/document/id/complete/statreg/07042_01 |
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Policy description: A regulation that establishes mechanisms to meet performance standards listed in the Schedule to the Greenhouse Gas Industrial Reporting and Control Act (GGIRCA). Establishes a BC Carbon Registry, which enables the issuance, transfer, and retirement of compliance units to be used by regulated operations listed in the Schedule to GGIRCA, voluntary purchasers, or the Government of British Columbia. It also establishes the requirements for developing offset projects and issuing emission offset units, which must be independently validated and verified respectively. Emissions / Actions covered: Combustion and non-combustion emissions from liquefied natural gas operations. References: https://www.bclaws.gov.bc.ca/civix/document/id/lc/statreg/250_2015 |
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Policy description: The GHG Reduction (Clean Energy) Regulation was amended in 2016 to support initiatives to increase the clean electricity supply to meet demand from the upstream oil and gas sector. The regulation increases the competitiveness of electricity compared to natural gas in upstream oil and gas infrastructure by allowing BC Hydro to provide incentives to bridge the cost difference. Emissions / Actions covered: Increase the clean electricity supply for the upstream oil and gas sector. References: https://unfccc.int/documents/209928 |
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Policy description: This act implements a carbon intensity limit of 0.16 tCO2e per tonne of liquefied natural gas (LNG) produced in LNG facilities. Apart from reducing emissions to align with the benchmark, possible compliance pathways are to purchase or create offset units through emission offset projects and to purchase funded units from the Government of British Columbia at $25/tCO2e. The revenue from the purchase of funded units flows into a technology fund. Emissions / Actions covered: Combustion and non-combustion emissions from liquefied natural gas operations producing commercial-scale LNG. |
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Policy description: An oil and gas sectoral target of reducing emissions 33% to 38% below 2007 levels as required under the Climate Change Accountability Act. The Government of British Columbia announced an Industrial Climate Program (2023) as the primary mechanism to meet this target. Emissions / Actions covered: Emissions from oil and gas extraction, processing and refining, and transportation emissions from pipelines. References: https://www2.gov.bc.ca/gov/content/environment/climate-change/planning-and-action |
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Policy description: These regulations are expected to reduce methane emissions in the upstream oil and gas sector by 10.9 MtCO2e over a 10-year period. Methane emission reduction targets are: 45% by 2025 relative to 2014, 75% by 2030 relative to 2025, and as close to zero emissions as possible by 2035. Regulations came into effect in January 2020 addressing primary sources of methane emissions in upstream oil and gas. Emissions / Actions covered: Upstream oil and gas methane emissions from primary sources. References: https://www.bcogc.ca/news/new-methane-regulations-and-fugitive-emissions-guidelines/ |
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Policy description: $4.9 million in funding per year over four years, financed by ratepayers, to support emission-reducing energy projects. Projects include renewable natural gas, carbon and methane capture technologies, hydrogen fuel cell technologies, and energy efficiency. This fund is delivered in a partnership between government and industry. Emissions / Actions covered: Support various emission-reducing energy projects. References: https://www.fortisbc.com/about-us/climate-leadership/clean-growth-innovation-fund |
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Policy description: $150 million in royalty deductions are available through the program. Companies can also apply for funding to cover up to 50% of capital costs for infrastructure projects related to electrification or GHG emission reductions. Examples include retrofits, replacements, conversions of upstream equipment to reduce methane emissions. Emissions / Actions covered: Reduce methane emissions from the upstream oil and gas sector and increase electrification. |
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Policy description: $134 million in provincial and federal funding was committed in 2022 for a third intake of the CleanBC Communities Fund (CCF), which is part of the federal Investing in Canada Infrastructure Program. The CCF provides cost sharing for infrastructure investments for public use that improve capacity or renewable energy and clean energy transportation, increase clean energy generation, and increase energy efficiency in buildings. Applications may come from local governments, on- and off-reserve Indigenous recipients, not-for-profit organizations, and for-profit entities. Funding varies by applicant type. Emissions / Actions covered: Improve capacity or renewable energy and clean energy transportation, increase clean energy generation, and increase energy efficiency in buildings. |
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Policy description: The program provides rebates of up to 50%, to a maximum of $15,000 per vehicle or $100,000 per fleet, for eligible equipment that improves fuel efficiency and reduces emissions. It also provides training on developing a Fuel Management Program for fleets to improve fuel economy via behavioural or equipment changes. Emissions / Actions covered: Increase fuel efficiency of heavy-duty vehicles for commercial truck drivers. References: https://news.gov.bc.ca/releases/2019TRAN0194-002086 |
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Policy description: The 2019 Clean BC Plan announced the goal of making vehicles run cleaner by increasing tailpipe emissions standards for vehicles sold after 2025. Emissions / Actions covered: Combustion emissions from vehicles. References: https://cleanbc.gov.bc.ca/ |
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Policy description: Supportive CleanBC Zero-emission vehicle (ZEV) policies. Programs include: • Go Electric Passenger Vehicle Rebates for light-duty vehicles. $1,500 for short-range plug-in hybrids and $3,000 for long-range plug-in hybrids, BEVs, and hydrogen vehicles. • The Specialty Use Vehicle Incentive program for commercial vehicles. Up to $50,000 for plug-in hybrid, electric, and hydrogen on-road medium- and heavy-duty freight vehicles. • The Commercial Vehicle Pilots Program, which supports adoption of commercially available/early market ZEVS in B.C.-based businesses, non-profits, and local/Indigenous governments. • The Go Electric Fleets program that supports public/private light-duty fleet transitions to zero-emissions through training/rebates. • The Home and Workplace Charger Rebate Program, which covers up to 50% of charger installations. it offers up to $350 for single family homes and $2000 for apartments, condos, and workplaces. • The Go Electric Advanced Research and Commercialization program, which funds companies with operations in the BC ZEV sector. • The Public Charger Program, which covers 50% of fast-charging equipment/installation (max. $80,000/station). Increased rebates are available for Indigenous communities/businesses. • The Hydrogen Fuelling Infrastructure Program, which funds expansion of hydrogen fuelling infrastructure. By end of 2022 there will be six hydrogen fuelling stations operating in B.C. • The Emotive campaign, which supports public awareness/education related to EV adoption. Emissions / Actions covered: Increase uptake of electric vehicles and electric vehicle equipment. |
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Policy description: Rebates for scrapping older vehicles. Industry funds incentives to the purchase of qualifying zero-emission vehicles. The province also funds rebates for e-bicycles, e-mobility scooters, transit passes, and car sharing credits. Emissions / Actions covered: Increase use of lower-emission transportation options, including, e-bicycles, e-mobility scooters, transit passes, and car sharing credits. References: https://scrapit.ca/ |
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Policy description: Under the GHG Reduction Regulation, utilities may offer incentives for the purchase of natural gas vehicles, or for investments in liquid natural gas and compressed fuelling infrastructure. Emissions / Actions covered: Increase use of natural gas vehicles, and infrastructure for liquefied natural gas and compressed fuelling. References: https://unfccc.int/documents/209928 |
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Policy description: A performance standard introduced in 2008 to reduce the carbon intensity of fuels used in British Columbia. This regulation requires a decrease in average carbon intensity of transportation fuels by 9.1% by 2020 and by 20% by 2030 relative to 2010. In 2021, the Province announced plans to raise the 2030 target to 30%, and to expand the Low Carbon Fuel Standard (LCFS) to cover marine and aviation fuels beginning in 2023. The regulation establishes carbon intensity targets that can be met with a flexible compliance pathway, allowing trading of fuel credits so that fuel suppliers can acquire credits generated from fuelling electric vehicles. It also establishes minimum renewable content requirements, currently set at 5% annual average renewable content in gasoline and 4% renewable content in diesel. The standard is made up of the Greenhouse Gas Reduction (Renewable & Low Carbon Fuel Requirements) Act and the Renewable & Low Carbon Fuel Requirements Regulation. Emissions / Actions covered: Combustion emissions from supply or manufacturing of transportation fuels (gasoline and diesel), excluding marine and aviation fuels until 2023. |
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Policy description: Under the Zero-Emission Vehicles Act (2019), the Government of British Columbia legislated required zero-emission vehicle (ZEV) sales targets for all new light-duty vehicles. Legislated targets are set at 10% of all new light-duty vehicles by 2025, 30% by 2030, and 100% by 2040. In 2021, B.C. announced accelerated light-duty ZEV sales targets of: 26% by 2026, 90% by 2030 and 100% by 2035. A compliance mechanism allows trading of credits among suppliers. Targets are to be developed for medium- and heavy-duty vehicles. Emissions / Actions covered: Combustion emissions from new light-duty vehicles. This mandate does not yet apply to medium- and heavy-duty vehicles. |
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Policy description: Announced doubling of renewable fuels target to 1.3 billion litres by 2030. Target can be met using renewable gasoline and renewable diesel. Emissions / Actions covered: Combustion emissions from fossil-fuel-based transportation fuels (such as gasoline and diesel). |
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Policy description: Announced target of 10,000 public electric vehicle charging stations across the province by 2030. There are currently over 2,399 Level 2 and 720 fast-charging stations that are publicly available. Emissions / Actions covered: Increase use of electric vehicles. |
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Policy description: $48 million provided through the 2021 and 2022 provincial budgets and $100 million in the 2023 provincial budget. The Active Transportation Infrastructure Grants program has two funding streams that provide cost-sharing opportunities for network planning grants and infrastructure grants for investments made by Indigenous and local government in active transportation. Eligible funding varies by applicant and funding stream, up to a maximum of $500,000. Emissions / Actions covered: Increase mode switching to active transportation options (such as walking or cycling). |
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Policy description: Budget 2021 announced that the purchase of new e-bike and e-trikes would be exempt from provincial sales tax to encourage active transportation. Emissions / Actions covered: Increase mode switching to active transportation options, specifically electric bicycles and scooters. References: https://news.gov.bc.ca/releases/2021FIN0045-001313 |
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Policy description: To be developed by 2023 to establish additional steps the Government of British Columbia will take to reduce transportation emissions and meet emission reduction targets. Emissions / Actions covered: Combustion emissions from vehicles. References: https://www2.gov.bc.ca/gov/content/environment/climate-change/planning-and-action |
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Policy description: A planned standard to increase clean electricity (from renewable sources) to 100% of supply by 2030 through the phase-out of remaining gas-fired facilities by 2030. Emissions / Actions covered: Combustion emissions from gas-fired electricity generation. References: https://www2.gov.bc.ca/gov/content/environment/climate-change/planning-and-action |
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Policy description: Regulated target of a minimum of 93% of provincial electricity generated by clean or renewable sources. Emissions / Actions covered: Combustion emissions from electricity generation. References: http://www.bclaws.ca/civix/document/id/lc/statreg/10022_01 |
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Policy description: Use of electricity in residential and industrial buildings is exempt from provincial sales tax as of April 1, 2019. Emissions / Actions covered: Increase use of electricity in residential and industrial buildings. References: https://www2.gov.bc.ca/gov/content/taxes/sales-taxes/pst |
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Policy description: BC Hydro is required to meet 66% of its forecasted incremental electricity demand through demand-side management by the year 2022. Emissions / Actions covered: Increase electricity demand through demand-side management. References: https://unfccc.int/documents/209928 |
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Policy description: Funding for local governments and Modern Treaty Nations to reduce emissions, build a local clean economy, and prepare for climate impacts. Through Budget 2022, the Province provided $76 million over three years for the Local Government Climate Action Program. Emissions / Actions covered: Support local government and Modern Treaty Nation spending on emission reductions and climate action. |
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Policy description: Revenue sharing and funding of up to $500,000 for initiatives supporting the development of local clean energy and energy efficiency in Indigenous communities. Emissions / Actions covered: Increase clean energy and energy efficiency projects in Indigenous communities. |
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Policy description: Up to $50,0000 for capacity funding per eligible applicant for capacity funding to support clean energy feasibility studies, community energy planning, and engaging with project proponents. Up to $500,000 for equity funding per eligible applicant for equity funding to support a financially viable and resourced clean energy project with an Energy Purchase Agreement. Emissions / Actions covered: Increase clean energy use in Indigenous communities. |
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Policy description: $13.8 million awarded to support renewable electricity generation through the Renewable Energy for Remote Communities program, to support the CleanBC goal of reduced diesel consumption in remote communities. Emissions / Actions covered: Reduce diesel consumption through increased renewable electricity generation in remote communities. |
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Policy description: Funding for local governments and First Nations communities investing in clean energy, efficiency, and emission reductions. 2015–2019 funding totalled $2.2 million. Future funding intakes have not been scheduled. Emissions / Actions covered: Increase clean energy and energy efficiency projects in Indigenous communities. |
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Policy description: Announcement of plans for the BC Utilities Commission to invest $260 million from 2021–2026 in efforts to advance electrification, including promoting fuel switching and attracting new customers. $190 million in funding will promote electricity fuel switching, and $50 million will attract new customers. Emissions / Actions covered: Support electrification initiatives. References: https://www2.gov.bc.ca/gov/content/environment/climate-change/planning-and-action |
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Policy description: $290 million in federal and provincial funding to invest in province-wide forest carbon projects. Projects may enhance the carbon sequestration capacity of British Columbia’s forests via reforestation, fertilization, tree improvements, and modified management that promotes sustainable forestry practices. Emissions / Actions covered: Increase the carbon sequestration capacity of forested land. |
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Policy description: A GHG offset protocol for the creation of forest carbon offsets that quantifies carbon dioxide sinks and removal. Allowable offsets may be 1) afforestation/reforestation projects, 2) conservation/Improved forest management Initiatives, 3) avoided conversion of forest land. Projects must demonstrate additionality to business-as-usual conditions. Emissions / Actions covered: Increase the carbon sequestration capacity of forested land. References: https://www2.gov.bc.ca/gov/content/environment/climate-change/industry/offset-projects/consultation |
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Policy description: Clean BC commitment to divert 95% of organic waste from landfills. Emissions / Actions covered: Non-combustion emissions associated with landfilled food waste. References: https://cleanbc.gov.bc.ca/ https://news.gov.bc.ca/releases/2020ENV0002-000170 |
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Policy description: Regulations establishing criteria for landfill gas capture from municipal solid waste facilities. Owners or operators of regulated landfill sites must prepare an initial landfill gas generation assessment and report. For landfill sites estimated to generate at least 1,000 tonnes of methane in a calendar year, a landfill gas facilities design plan must be prepared that identifies plans to optimise landfill gas management. CleanBC had pledged to capture 75% of landfill gas, although this is not legislated. Emissions / Actions covered: Non-combustion methane emissions from landfill sites that have over 100,000 tonnes of municipal solid waste, or received over 10,000 tonnes of municipal solid waste for disposal in any year since 2008. References: https://www.bclaws.gov.bc.ca/civix/document/id/complete/statreg/391_2008 |
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Policy description: Innovation funding support for the development of agrifood-related innovation to enhance the sector's competitiveness and sustainability. Key areas include energy and waste management, and climate change adaptation. Emissions / Actions covered: Support development of agrifood-related innovation to enhance competitiveness and sustainability. References: https://www2.gov.bc.ca/gov/content/industry/agriculture-seafood/programs/canada-bc-agri-innovation |
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Policy description: Provides an incentive to switch to a lower-carbon alternative in existing energy service processes. Emissions / Actions covered: GHG emissions associated with existing energy service processes. References: https://www2.gov.bc.ca/assets/gov/environment/climate-change/ind/protocol/bc_fuel_switch_protocol_2019.pdf |
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Policy description: Provides an incentive to capture and destroy methane from landfills and the anaerobic digestion of organic wastes. Emissions / Actions covered: Methane emissions through landfill gas management or anaerobic digestion of organic wastes. References: https://www2.gov.bc.ca/gov/content/environment/climate-change/industry/offset-projects/offset-protocols |
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Policy description: The 2023 provincial budget provided funds for eight new regional Forest Landscape Planning tables to discuss management strategies for old growth forests. Approximately 50 First Nations will participate in the tables. The goal is to defer temporarily the harvesting of 2.6 million hectares of old growth forests. Emissions / Actions covered: Preserve carbon sinks in old growth forests References: https://www.bcbudget.gov.bc.ca/2023/pdf/2023_Budget_and_Fiscal_Plan.pdf |
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Policy description: Tax rate based on emissions intensity of specific types of coal, ranging from $14.27/t (lignite) to $31.90/t (petroleum coke). Emissions / Actions covered: Combustion emissions from coal-fired electricity generation. References: https://web2.gov.mb.ca/laws/statutes/ccsm/e090e.php |
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Policy description: Manitoba Hydro phased out its last coal-fired generating unit in 2018. Emissions / Actions covered: Combustion emissions from coal-fired electricity generation. References: https://www.hydro.mb.ca/corporate/facilities/generating_stations/ |
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Policy description: Target savings of 22.5% in domestic electricity demand (average of 1.5% annually of domestic electricity consumption) and 11.25% in domestic natural gas demand (average of 0.75% annually of natural gas consumption) over 15 years. Emissions / Actions covered: Combustion emissions from electricity and natural gas use. |
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Policy description: Target of 1 MtCO2e cumulative emission reductions from 2018 to the end of 2022. To drive emissions reductions in a timely manner, the five-year carbon savings accounts will continue to be set according to the Climate and Green Plan Act. Emissions / Actions covered: Continue to set carbon savings accounts according to Climate and Green Plan Action. References: https://unfccc.int/documents/209928 |
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Policy description: Increase in minimum renewable fuel content requirement to 10% for gasoline and 5% for diesel, by volume. Emissions / Actions covered: Combustion emissions from gasoline and diesel fuel for transportation. References: https://reg.gov.mb.ca/detail/3340256 |
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Policy description: Requires minimum renewable fuel content of 8.5% for gasoline and 2% for diesel by volume. Emissions / Actions covered: Combustion emissions from gasoline and diesel fuel for transportation. References: https://www.gov.mb.ca/sd/environment_and_biodiversity/energy/biofuels/index.html |
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Policy description: $102 million Conservation Trust to support programs related to conserving ecosystems, enhancing natural infrastructure, improving water quality, strengthening flood and drought mitigation, and adapting to climate change. The Trust supports increasing carbon sequestration. Emissions / Actions covered: Combustion and non-combustion emissions from land use. References: https://unfccc.int/documents/209928 |
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Policy description: The Government of Manitoba, Fertilizer Canada, and Keystone Agricultural Producers renewed their partnership in 2018 to promote 4R Nutrient Stewardship as an approach to sustainable nutrient beneficial management practices. The Memorandum of Understanding connects the Government of Manitoba’s objectives for environmental performance with the 4R Nutrient Stewardship programming that was created by the Canadian fertilizer industry. Emissions / Actions covered: Non-combustion emissions from fertilizers. References: https://unfccc.int/documents/209928 |
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Policy description: $176 million over five years to Manitoba's agriculture and agri-food sector. The program supports the growth and sustainability of primary agriculture in Manitoba and has funding available for: developing new skills, technologies and products; increasing production and adding value to products; finding new markets; improving plant and animal health; supporting environmental sustainability; and supporting basic and applied research and development. Emissions / Actions covered: Combustion and non-combustion emissions from agricultural practices. References: https://unfccc.int/documents/209928 |
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Policy description: Five leading-edge businesses have been selected to receive over $350,000. The investment will help companies develop/commercialize new, innovative products and services. Emissions / Actions covered: Support companies in developing/commercializing new, innovative products/services. |
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Policy description: Manitoba's Prairie Agricultural Machinery Institute (PAMI) is researching and testing the displacement of fossil fuels with renewable energy for drying grains. Emissions / Actions covered: Support research on reducing emissions from grain drying. References: https://publications.gc.ca/site/eng/9.847802/publication.html |
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Policy description: $102 million to help producers and ranchers with projects such as restoring wetlands, planting windbreaks, and balancing drainage with water retention. Benefits from the program include improved water management, enhanced sustainable agricultural production, improved biodiversity and habitats, and carbon sequestration and storage. Emissions / Actions covered: Combustion and non-combustion emissions from land use and agriculture practices. References: https://unfccc.int/documents/209928 |
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Policy description: $11.8 million ($5.9 million from the Low Carbon Economy Leadership Fund) over 3 years for heavy-duty vehicle efficiency retrofits. 61 applications were approved in 2020. 423 trucks and 414 trailers have received fuel-saving/emissions-reduction retrofits. Emissions / Actions covered: Combustion emissions from freight transportation. |
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Policy description: The Manitoba government is committed to removing 400 vehicles from the government vehicle fleet. The Government of Manitoba reduced its vehicle fleet by 465 units, exceeding the commitments to remove 400 vehicles from the fleet. Emissions / Actions covered: Combustion emissions from the Manitoba government's vehicle fleet. References: https://unfccc.int/documents/209928 https://publications.gc.ca/site/eng/9.847802/publication.html |
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Policy description: Reduce Manitoba’s emissions by expanding methane capture technology at the Brady Road Landfill in Winnipeg. The project is co-funded by the federal government under the Low Carbon Economy Fund. The estimated mitigation impact in 2030 is 39.5 KtCO2e. Emissions / Actions covered: Non-combustion emissions from municipal waste. References: https://unfccc.int/documents/209928 |
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Policy description: Savings targets of 22.5% of domestic electricity demand (an average of 1.5% annually of domestic electricity consumption) and 11.25% of domestic natural gas demand (an average of 0.75% annually of natural gas consumption) over 15 years. Manitoba Hydro provides management programs to residential, commercial, and industrial customers to help them reduce electricity and natural gas use. The start date of this policy was in 2020, when the energy efficiency programming was transitioned to Efficiency Manitoba, as per the Efficiency Manitoba Act. Efficiency Manitoba is a new Crown corporation with the sole purpose of administering and delivering energy savings in a cost-effective manner to consumers. Emissions / Actions covered: Help industrial, commerical and residential customers for electricity and natural gas increase their energy efficiency and reduce their energy consumption. References: https://unfccc.int/documents/209928 |
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Policy description: Construction of a 695 MW hydro generating station. All units within the generating station became operational in 2022. Emissions / Actions covered: Support construction of a hydro generating station. |
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Policy description: Estimated mitigation impact of 162 KtCO2e by 2030 through re-commissioning of building systems, upgrading lighting, utilizing lower-emission fuels, and implementing renewable energy systems in provincially operated buildings. Emissions / Actions covered: Increase energy efficiency of government buildings and reduce their combustion emissions. References: https://unfccc.int/documents/209928 |
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Policy description: Estimated mitigation impact of 260 KtCO2e by 2030 through the mandate of NB Power, New Brunswick's primary electricity utility, to "promote energy efficiency measures in the residential, community and business sectors; develop and deliver programs and initiatives in relation to energy efficiency; promote the development of an energy efficiency service industry; act as a central resource for the promotion of energy efficiency; and raise awareness of how energy efficiency measures can lead to a more reliable energy supply for New Brunswick." For example, NB Power's Commercial Buildings Retrofit Program provides up to $3,000 for commercial building evaluations for energy efficiency retrofits and up to $100,000 for energy retrofit projects. Emissions / Actions covered: Increase energy efficiency of residential, community, and commercial buildings. |
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Policy description: Buildings and industry sectors Increased the required minimum efficiency levels of appliances and equipment sold in New Brunswick. Efficiency levels and performance standards of appliances and equipment will be updated on a two-year cycle. As well, New Brunswick worked with B.C., Ontario, Quebec and Manitoba to reconcile home appliance efficiency standards with federal standards through the Regulatory Reconciliation and Cooperation Table. Emissions / Actions covered: Improve efficiency standards for products (appliances and equipment) sold in-province. |
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Policy description: Set under the Electricity Act, New Brunswick's Renewable Portfolio Standard requires NB Power to ensure that 40% of annual in-province electricity sales are generated from renewable energy sources from the end of 2020 onwards. Imports of renewable energy from other jurisdictions qualify for compliance, as do energy efficiency improvements. With this regulation, 75% of New Brunswick's electricity demand will be met by either renewable or non-emitting energy sources as an additional 35% of electricity will be generated by the Point Lepreau Nuclear Generating Station. Emissions / Actions covered: Increase renewable electricity generation. |
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Policy description: Requirement to eliminate coal-generated electricity by 2030 or "achieve an equivalent electricity-generation GHG reduction" in line with the federal Regulations Amending the Reduction of CO2 Emissions from Coal-fired Generation of Electricity Regulations. It is not yet clear how this federally mandated regulation will be completely met in New Brunswick as NB Power's Belledune generating station, a coal-fired electricity station, is still operational. Emissions / Actions covered: Combustion emissions from coal-generated electricity. References: https://unfccc.int/documents/209928 https://www.nbpower.com/media/1490323/2020-irp-en-2020-11-17.pdf |
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Policy description: Estimated mitigation impact of 280 KtCO2e by 2030 through the installation systems to capture methane gas at six municipal solid waste landfills. Five of these landfills are also generating electricity from the captured biogas. Emissions / Actions covered: Increase the rates of methane capture and use at landfills. References: https://unfccc.int/documents/209928 |
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Policy description: Standard to achieve incremental reduction in GHG intensity by 10% by 2030 for large industrial emitters and additional incremental GHG emissions reductions for electricity generators. Estimated mitigation impact by 2030 is 500 KtCO2e. New Brunswick's Output-Based Pricing System (OBPS), implemented through The Reduction of Greenhouse Gas Emissions Regulation under The Climate Act, meets the federal government's OBPS backstop requirements. Large industrial facilities, those emitting 50,000 tonnes or more of CO2e annually (including those generating electricity), must reduce their emissions intensity in accordance with this regulation. Facilities have various compliance options, including: • Reducing their GHG emissions, • Paying a fee of $50/tCO2e emissions exceeding their limit to the provincial government, and • Purchasing credits per tonne of CO2e emissions exceeding their limit from the provincial government. Emissions / Actions covered: Combustion emissions from large industrial facilities and electricity generators (emitters of 50,000 tonnes or more of CO2e annually). |
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Policy description: For 2022-23, New Brunswick's carbon tax is set to increase from $40/tCO2e to $50/tCO2e and applies to various fuels, including: gasoline, motive fuels (such as kerosene, propane, natural gas, crude oil, furnace oil, stove oil, diesel, biodiesel), and other carbon-emitting products (butane, diesel fuel, ethane, gas liquids, heavy fuel oil, light fuel oil, methanol, naphtha, petroleum coke, pentanes plus, propane, coke oven gas, marketable natural gas, still gas, coal, high heat value coal, low heat value coal, combustible waste). The carbon tax, implemented under the Gasoline and Motive Fuel Tax Act, meets the federal benchmark. Emissions / Actions covered: Combustion emissions from gasoline, motive fuels, and other carbon-emitting products (excluding kerosene and aviation fuel). |
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Policy description: Continued investment in electric vehicle (EV) charging stations through New Brunswick's electric vehicle strategy as a first step to support future EV procurement. New Brunswick's goal is to have 20,000 EVs registered by 2030 for an estimated mitigation impact of 40 KtCO2e by 2030. New Brunswick's current EV charging network includes 26 level 3 fast-charging stations and 95 regular charging stations. New Brunswick is also currently evaluating the results from their electric school bus pilot project. Emissions / Actions covered: Expand EV charging network. |
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Policy description: Incentives-based program supporting residential energy efficiency improvements. In 2020, 3,000 households completed efficiency upgrades and received an average of $1,300 of funding per home. Emissions / Actions covered: Increase energy efficiency of existing residential buildings. References: https://publications.gc.ca/collections/collection_2022/eccc/En1-77-2020-eng.pdf |
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Policy description: Program providing insulation installation and air sealing measures for home energy savings at no cost to low-income households. Emissions / Actions covered: Increase energy efficiency of existing residential buildings for low-income households. References: https://publications.gc.ca/collections/collection_2022/eccc/En1-77-2020-eng.pdf |
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Policy description: $1.25 million of funding to support new residential builds implementing energy saving measures. Emissions / Actions covered: Increase energy efficiency of new residential buildings. References: https://publications.gc.ca/collections/collection_2022/eccc/En1-77-2020-eng.pdf |
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Policy description: Promote the use of wood, a low-emissions building material, for construction of government buildings to increase the lifespan of stored carbon. Emissions / Actions covered: Increase use of wood in government building construction. |
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Policy description: A $6.6 million investment, which included $2 million from the federal Climate Action Incentive Fund, to improve the energy efficiency of government buildings and operations. Through this investment, "forty-six building retrofit projects were completed with Departments of Health; Education and Early Childhood Development; Transportation and Infrastructure and Community Colleges." As well, multiple hospitals and schools received ENERGY STAR® Certification for their energy management programs. Emissions / Actions covered: Increase energy efficiency of government buildings. References: https://publications.gc.ca/collections/collection_2022/eccc/En1-77-2020-eng.pdf |
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Policy description: Research group supporting the development and deployment of SMRs for non-emitting electricity generation. New Brunswick also supported the federal government's Small Modular Reactor (SMR) Action Plan. Emissions / Actions covered: Advance non-emitting electricity generation technology. References: https://publications.gc.ca/collections/collection_2022/eccc/En1-77-2020-eng.pdf |
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Policy description: Collaboration with the federal government to monitor technological advancements in lower-emission fuels for long-haul trucking. Emissions / Actions covered: Combustion emissions from long-haul trucking transportation. References: https://publications.gc.ca/collections/collection_2022/eccc/En1-77-2020-eng.pdf |
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Policy description: Continued regulation of halocarbons, including hydrofluorocarbons (HFCs). Emissions / Actions covered: Ozone-depleting substances and halocarbons. References: https://publications.gc.ca/collections/collection_2022/eccc/En1-77-2020-eng.pdf |
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Policy description: Industry, transport and electricity sectors Continued investment in large-scale bioenergy and biofuel projects, including support for a wood pellet boiler system that will reduce fuel oil consumption by an estimated 440,000L annually. Emissions / Actions covered: Advance the production of bioenergy and biofuels. References: https://publications.gc.ca/collections/collection_2022/eccc/En1-77-2020-eng.pdf |
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Policy description: $10 million to be invested in the development and delivery of energy efficiency and conservation programs, and initiatives for non-electric fuel types, and support for low-income individuals and families, First Nations, and not-for-profit organizations. Emissions / Actions covered: Support development and delivery of energy efficiency and energy conservation programs References: Budget (gnb.ca); https://myid.gnb.ca/content/dam/gnb/Corporate/Promo/climate/climate-change-action-plan.pdf |
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Policy description: $8 million invested over six years (from 2018 to 2024), with $6 million from the Province and $2 million from the federal government through the Low Carbon Economy Leadership Fund, to assist low-income, oil-heated households make energy efficiency improvements to existing homes. Emissions / Actions covered: Increase energy efficiency of residential buildings for low-income households. |
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Policy description: $48.5 million investment from 2018-2024, consisting of a provincial investment of $24.3 million and a matched $24.3 million investment through the federal Low Carbon Economy Leadership Fund, to continue retrofits in public buildings retrofits, including Memorial University, to implement clean electricity and energy efficiency improvements. Emissions / Actions covered: Increase energy efficiency of government buildings and reduce their combustion emissions. |
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Policy description: Budget 2022 provided $2 million. Budget now increased to $5 million. The program provides incentives of up to $5,000 per household to switch from il-based heating to electricity. Emissions / Actions covered: Fuel switch from oil heat to electricity References: https://nlhydro.com/customer-service/energy-savings/oil-to-electric-rebate/ |
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Policy description: Funding, with support from the federal Low Carbon Economy Leadership Fund, to assist retrofits of public trucks and snowplows for efficiency improvements and fuel switching. Emissions / Actions covered: Increase the efficiency of government fleet (trucks and snowplows) and reduce their emissions. References: https://publications.gc.ca/collections/collection_2022/eccc/En1-77-2020-eng.pdf |
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Policy description: Requirement for new government buildings or buildings being funded by the government to achieve Leadership in Energy and Environmental Design (LEED) Silver status. By 2020, 68 buildings had registered under the LEED system. Emissions / Actions covered: Increase the energy efficiency of new government buildings or government-funded buildings and reduce their combustion emissions. |
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Policy description: Hydroelectric project with a capacity of 824 MW that replaces a thermal oil electricity generating plant, resulting in 98% of Newfoundland and Labrador's electricity consumption coming from renewable energy sources. The estimated annual mitigation impact in 2030 is 1,400 KtCO2e. This project will also support GHG reductions of at least 1 Mt annually in other provinces, such as Nova Scotia. Emissions / Actions covered: Increase hydroelectric electricity generation. References: https://muskratfalls.nalcorenergy.com/project-overview/ https://unfccc.int/documents/209928 |
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Policy description: Strategy to increase the capacity and demand for renewable electricity across Newfoundland and Labrador, including northern, remote, and Indigenous communities relying on isolated diesel systems. Includes provision for renewable energy development for export markets. Emissions / Actions covered: Increase renewable electricity generation and facilitate increased demand for renewable energy through fuel switching. References: https://unfccc.int/documents/209928 https://www.gov.nl.ca/iet/renewable-energy-plan/ |
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Policy description: Non-financial support (policy support) to the Nunatsiavut Government's five communities through their Nunatsiavut Energy Security Working Group by working on a joint application for federal funding for 300 high-efficiency wood stoves in Nunatsiavut communities. Also working to support the Nunatsiavut Government’s Nain Remote Micro Grid Project. Emissions / Actions covered: Increase energy security (such as energy for space heating) for Indigenous communities. |
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Policy description: A $38 million investment (including $10.5 million also counted in the public buildings initiative above), with support from the federal government's Low Carbon Economy Leadership Fund, that provides funds for a range of projects targeting emission reductions from heavy industry and other sectors. Projects eligible for funding support include carbon sequestration projects; projects supporting energy efficiency enhancements and fuel switching within the commercial, industrial, and public sectors; process changes reducing emissions from industry; initiatives reducing emissions in the forestry, agricultural, and waste sectors; and various transportation retrofits. The Climate Change Challenge Fund (CCCF) will be run over five fiscal years starting in 2019. Emissions / Actions covered: Provide funding support for a wide range of emission-reduction projects. |
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Policy description: $2,500 incentive for Battery Electric Vehicles (BEVs) and $1500 for Plug-in Hybrid Electric Vehicles (PHEVs). Budget 2022 provided $875,000. Emissions / Actions covered: Increase adoption of EVs. References: https://nlhydro.com/electric-vehicles/ev-rebate/ |
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Policy description: Investment to support increased adoption of electric vehicles by adding 14 level 3 fast-charging stations along the Trans Canada Highway within Newfoundland and Labrador. A further 19 locations were subsequently funded by the utilities. Further expansion of this charging network is being explored. Budget 2022 provided for $2 million for the provincial government to further expand the fast charging network. Emissions / Actions covered: Increase adoption of EVs. |
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Policy description: A hybrid carbon-pricing system developed to facilitate progress toward Newfoundland and Labrador's target to reduce their GHG emissions by 30% below 2005 levels by 2030. For all but industry (large emitters), a carbon tax, similar to the federal carbon tax, is applied "at the pump" on transportation, building fuels, electricity generation, and other fossil fuel combustion activity. This system meets the federal backstop requirements for both the federal fuel charge and federal output-based pricing system (OBPS). Emissions / Actions covered: • Carbon tax charged on transportation and building fuels, electricity generation, and other fossil fuel combustion activity (excluding fuel used in aviation and other consumption of carbon products). Some exemptions apply. • OBPS applied to industrial and electricity-generation facilities emitting over 25,000 tCO2e annually. |
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Policy description: Methane regulations came into force in 2018 under the Canadian Environmental Protection Act, 1999 (CEPA). In collaboration with the federal government, Newfoundland and Labrador is working to establish methane emission regulations in line with the federal methane emission regulations under CEPA. Newfoundland and Labrador's regulations, similar to existing federal regulations, will provide specific structure for their offshore petroleum facilities. Emissions / Actions covered: Combustion methane emissions from venting and flaring. References: https://unfccc.int/documents/209928 |
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Policy description: Initiatives to reduce methane emissions from landfills include waste diversion to reduce landfill volumes and increase composting. As well, efforts include electricity generation from biogas. Emissions / Actions covered: Non-combustion methane emissions from landfills. References: https://unfccc.int/documents/209928 |
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Policy description: Regulations implementing the output-based performance standard component, under The Management of Greenhouse Gas Act, to Newfoundland and Labrador's hybrid carbon pricing system. Further, an output-based performance standard is applied to large industrial emitters and large-scale electricity generation. Facilities emitting more than 25,000 tCO2e annually are required to participate in the output-based performance standard. Facilities emitting between 15,000 tCO2e to 25,000 tCO2e annually can choose whether or not to participate in the output-based performance standard. Facilities emitting less than the threshold or that who have chosen not to participate must pay the carbon tax. Participating facilities must meet emissions intensity reduction levels each year; otherwise, there are additional compliance mechanisms through a credit-based system. This hybrid carbon pricing system began in 2019 and applies to both on- and off-shore facilities. Emissions / Actions covered: Combustion emissions from industrial and electricity-generation facilities emitting over 25,000 tCO2e annually. |
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Policy description: Regulations implementing the carbon tax component, under The Revenue Administration Act, to Newfoundland and Labrador's hybrid carbon pricing system. Emissions / Actions covered: Combustion emissions from transportation and building fuels, electricity generation, and other fossil fuel combustion activity (excluding fuel used in aviation and other consumption of carbon products). |
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Policy description: Funding to innovative entrepreneurs and cleantech companies for research and development projects. Emissions / Actions covered: Advance research and development of clean technologies. References: https://publications.gc.ca/collections/collection_2022/eccc/En1-77-2020-eng.pdf |
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Policy description: Canadian Controlled Private Corporations (CCPCs) that invest in equipment that generates or conserves renewable-source energy, uses fuels from waste, or makes efficient use of fossil fuels may be entitled to a credit equal to 20% of the capital cost of that equipment. Emissions / Actions covered: Tax credit for cleantech investments. References: https://www.gov.nl.ca/fin/tax-programs-incentives/business/green-tech-tax-credit-gttc/ |
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Policy description: $3.8 million allocated in 2020 for nine energy conservation retrofit projects on government buildings. Further, this fund supported the development of a large-scale biomass system for one government building. This program provides funding to improve the efficiency of government buildings and assets "through energy audits, building surveys and energy benchmarking." Emissions / Actions covered: Increase the energy efficiency of government buildings and assets and reduce their combustion emissions. |
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Policy description: Funding program providing incentives and rebates to promote increased energy efficiency including: • Energy Efficiency Incentive Program—provides "rebates for energy efficient appliances, residential retrofits, and new homes"; • Alternative Technologies Program—provides support to "Indigenous and community governments, non-profit organizations, commercial businesses, and residents to convert to renewable and clean energies"; and • Commercial Energy Conservation and Efficiency Program—provides eligible small businesses free energy audits and rebates on the cost of retrofit expenses. Emissions / Actions covered: Increase the energy efficiency of residential and some commercial buildings and reduce their combustion emissions through cleaner fuel choices. References: https://unfccc.int/documents/209928 https://aea.nt.ca |
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Policy description: Funding, with support from the federal Low Carbon Economy Leadership Fund, for existing Arctic Energy Alliance programs and services and for new programs and services, including: • Low Income Energy Assistance, • Deep Home Energy Retrofits, • Energy Efficiency Rebates for NGOs, • Electric Heat Incentives, • Wood Stove Programs, and • Community Energy Planning Implementation. Emissions / Actions covered: Increase the energy efficiency of buildings throughout the territory and reduce their combustion emissions. References: https://unfccc.int/documents/209928 https://aea.nt.ca/about/annual-reports/ |
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Policy description: A program, with support from the federal Low Carbon Economy Leadership Fund, providing funding to the Northwest Territories government, municipalities, and Indigenous governments for a wide range of projects reducing greenhouse gas emissions. Projects may include energy efficiency retrofits to buildings and mobile equipment, replacement of energy systems with cleaner technologies, fuel-switching initiatives, non-infrastructure transportation projects, waste-to-energy projects, and methane capture and use projects. This program is set to end March 31, 2024. For example, this program provided $1.05 million of funding for the installation of wood pellet boilers at two school facilities in the territory. Both boilers are expected to reduce GHG emissions by 578 t/year and save approximately $97,000 in operating costs. This GHG Grant Program provides support beyond the fiscal capacity of Arctic Energy Alliance, a Northwest Territories non-profit organization working to improve energy savings and efficiency in the territory. Emissions / Actions covered: Improve energy efficiency, and support government-led projects across multiple sectors to save energy and switch fuels. |
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Policy description: Buildings and Industry sectors A program, with support from the federal Low Carbon Economy Leadership Fund, providing funding to businesses, industry, and non-profit organizations for a wide range of projects reducing greenhouse gas emissions. Projects may include energy efficiency retrofits to buildings and mobile equipment, replacement of energy systems with cleaner technologies, fuel-switching initiatives, non-infrastructure transportation projects, waste-to-energy projects, and methane capture and use projects. This program is set to end March 31, 2024. Emissions / Actions covered: Improve energy efficiency, and support projects led by businesses, industry, and non-profit organizations to save energy and switch fuels. |
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Policy description: Provides information, advice, incentives, and answers related to residential energy efficiency. Hosts the annual Energy Actions Awards. Conducts energy audits to further educate residents on energy-saving practices. Emissions / Actions covered: Increase education and awareness regarding residential energy savings practices. References: https://unfccc.int/documents/209928 |
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Policy description: Installation of a 300 kW biomass boiler at Moose Kerr School. Emissions / Actions covered: Reduce combustion emissions from fossil fuel use for space heating. References: https://publications.gc.ca/collections/collection_2022/eccc/En1-77-2020-eng.pdf |
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Policy description: A council established in 2020 to support information sharing, collaboration, and engagement initiatives related to climate change with Indigenous governments and organizations, local communities, and the Government of the Northwest Territories. Emissions / Actions covered: Increase education and engagement on climate change issues with local community groups and governments. References: https://publications.gc.ca/collections/collection_2022/eccc/En1-77-2020-eng.pdf |
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Policy description: These regulations, implemented under the Petroleum Products and Carbon Tax Act, establish the carbon tax, which began at $20/t of GHG emissions on carbon-based fossil fuels (excluding aviation fuel and wood) on September 1, 2019. This tax applies to residents, businesses, and government emitting less than 50,000 kt of GHG emissions annually and to large emitters, which are defined as emitters of more than 50,000 kt of GHG emissions annually. These regulations meet the federal backstop for the federal fuel charge and output-based pricing system (OBPS). Emissions / Actions covered: Combustion emissions from gasoline, motive diesel, non-motive diesel, railway, heating fuel, propane, natural gas, and naphtha (aviation fuel and fuel purchased by an Indigenous person or community as under the Indian Act). |
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Policy description: Net metering system to allow individual households or communities to install up to 15 kW of renewable electricity generation on their land. Emissions / Actions covered: Increase renewable electricity generation. |
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Policy description: Continued work on projects to reduce the use of diesel-generated electricity in remote communities, such as replacing diesel-electric facilities with liquefied natural gas (LNG) facilities. Emissions / Actions covered: Reduce reliance on diesel-generated electricity. References: https://publications.gc.ca/collections/collection_2022/eccc/En1-77-2020-eng.pdf |
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Policy description: Continued work to update airport infrastructure and equipment to reduce associated GHG emissions and energy consumption. Emissions / Actions covered: Energy efficiency improvements for airport infrastructure and equipment. References: https://publications.gc.ca/collections/collection_2022/eccc/En1-77-2020-eng.pdf |
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Policy description: Starting in 2020, a $5,000 rebate available for the purchase of an electric vehicle (EV) and a $500 rebate for a level-2 EV charger. Emissions / Actions covered: Increase the use of EVs. |
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Policy description: Following an electric vehicle (EV) charging infrastructure planning study that evaluated locations to install EV charging stations along Northwest Territories’ highways, the territory intends to partner with local utilities and secure funding to begin installing EV charging stations. Emissions / Actions covered: Increase the use of EVs. |
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Policy description: Transport and electricity sectors. Plan to enhance and add key transportation corridors throughout the territory to support the transition from high-GHG-emitting air transportation to lower-GHG-emitting ground transportation. Projects under this plan include: • Construction of the Tłicho All-Season Road, which began in 2020; • Addition of hydroelectricity transmission lines along new transportation corridors, including the Taltson Hydro Expansion project; and • Implementing infrastructure for electric vehicles (see EV charging infrastructure plan, above). Emissions / Actions covered: Increase lower-emitting modes of transportation over high-emitting air travel. References: https://publications.gc.ca/collections/collection_2022/eccc/En1-77-2020-eng.pdf |
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Policy description: Updated the Good Building Practices for Northern Facilities manual to include updated building technology and construction practices, climate change considerations, and energy efficiency opportunities. Emissions / Actions covered: Increase the energy efficiency of buildings. References: https://publications.gc.ca/collections/collection_2022/eccc/En1-77-2020-eng.pdf |
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Policy description: Reduce GHG emissions through re-commissioning building systems, upgrading lighting, converting to loweremissions fuel sources, and implementing renewable energy systems. Emissions / Actions covered: Combustion emissions from government buildings. References: https://unfccc.int/documents/209928 |
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Policy description: $14 million to upgrade 80% of the 2,400 band-owned homes on reserves over ten years. 900 homes are targeted for the first four years. Upgrades include new insulation, heat pumps, and draft-proofing. Emissions / Actions covered: Support emissions reductions from heating band-owned homes on reserves. References: https://publications.gc.ca/site/eng/9.847802/publication.html |
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Policy description: Funding to support research on tidal projects, hydrogen and geothermal energy, electricity grid issues, and economic modelling for renewable energy projects. Emissions / Actions covered: Support research on clean energy generation. References: https://publications.gc.ca/collections/collection_2022/eccc/En1-77-2020-eng.pdf |
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Policy description: Funding to support the hiring of post-secondary students, skills training, and student research. Specific programs to target the energy sector. Emissions / Actions covered: Support hiring of post-secondary students, skills training, and student research in energy sector. References: https://publications.gc.ca/collections/collection_2022/eccc/En1-77-2020-eng.pdf |
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Policy description: Financial support for qualified energy managers in municipalities, universities, schools, and hospitals to increase cost-effective investments in energy efficiency. Emissions / Actions covered: Support energy managers to increase cost-effective energy efficiency investments. References: https://publications.gc.ca/collections/collection_2022/eccc/En1-77-2020-eng.pdf |
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Policy description: $655,760 in grants to 14 clean transportation projects. The funding supports community projects dedicated to active transportation, clean fleets, and shared mobility. Emissions / Actions covered: Support community clean transportation projects. References: https://publications.gc.ca/collections/collection_2022/eccc/En1-77-2020-eng.pdf |
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Policy description: Reduction of 4.5 Mt of GHG emissions by 2030 from the electricity sector. Emissions / Actions covered: Combustion emissions from electricity generation. References: www.novascotia.ca/JUST/REGULATIONS/regs/envgreenhouse.htm |
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Policy description: 25% of electricity consumption to be provided from renewable resources in 2015, increasing to 40% by 2020. Emissions / Actions covered: Combustion emissions from electricity generation. References: https://novascotia.ca/just/regulations/regs/elecrenew.htm |
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Policy description: Nova Scotia Power to purchase efficiency resources when they are cheaper than producing power. GHG emission reductions achieved through electricity efficiency are included in the GHG emission reduction estimates provided for the Nova Scotia Greenhouse Gas Emissions Regulations. Emissions / Actions covered: Combustion emissions from electricity use. References: https://unfccc.int/documents/209928 |
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Policy description: Nova Scotia has implemented two regulations to address emissions from the electricity sector and to enhance the supply of renewables. Together, the regulations were expected to reduce 2,700 KtCO2e in 2020. The two regulations implement a mandatory declining cap on GHG emissions from electricity generation facilities. The baseline in 2017 was 10.2 Mt, and decreases were scheduled in progressive steps so the emissions would decline to 7,500 Kt or below by 2020 and further to 4,500 Kt or below by 2030. Total electricity GHG emission reductions in Nova Scotia for 2007 to 2030 are estimated to be at least 5,700 KtCO2e. The regulations required 40% of electricity supply to be generated from a mix of renewable sources such as wind, tidal, solar, hydro, and bioenergy by 2020. Emissions / Actions covered: Combustion emissions from electricity generation. References: https://unfccc.int/documents/209928 |
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Policy description: Industry and electricity sectors Annual caps on certain activities in Nova Scotia, including fuel suppliers, electricity importers and large final emitters. Emissions / Actions covered: Combustion emissions from fuel production, electricity generation, and energy use/consumption. References: https://climatechange.novascotia.ca/nova-scotias-cap-trade-program |
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Policy description: Ban on organics entering landfills in Nova Scotia. Currently, 55% of organic waste in Nova Scotia is diverted from landfills into aerobic processing. This converts the potential methane from these organics to CO2 emissions (which have 25 times less global warming potential). Emissions / Actions covered: Non-combustion emissions from landfills. References: https://unfccc.int/documents/209928 https://novascotia.ca/just/regulations/regs/envsolid.htm |
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Policy description: A transmission line that will connect Nova Scotia to hydroelectric generation from Newfoundland and Labrador (in particular, to the Muskrat Falls hydroelectric project). Emissions / Actions covered: Expand energy transmission between Nova Scotia and Newfoundland and Labrador. References: http://www.emeranl.com/en/home/themaritimelink/overview.aspx |
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Policy description: $200 million to support deployment of renewable energy technologies and to expand commercially viable renewable energy sources available to provinces/territories reducing GHG emissions from electricity sectors. Four announced projects include: $29.8 million for an instream tidal project in the Bay of Fundy, Nova Scotia, $25.6 million for a deep geothermal project near Estevan, Saskatchewan, $15.3 million for a solar project near Suffield, Alberta, and $25.4 million for a deep geothermal project in the Municipal District of Greenview, Alberta. Emissions / Actions covered: Support deployment of renewable energy technologies and expand commercially viable renewable energy sources. References: https://unfccc.int/documents/209928 |
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Policy description: Low-income households can qualify for home efficiency upgrades at no cost. Emissions / Actions covered: Help low-income households increase the energy efficiency of their homes. References: https://unfccc.int/documents/209928 |
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Policy description: $2 million in funding is allocated to grow Nova Scotia's EV charging network, including rebates to install charging infrastructure and increase EV adoption. Emissions / Actions covered: Expand Nova Scotia's electric vehicle charging infrastructure References: https://beta.novascotia.ca/sites/default/files/documents/7-3543/highlights-budget-2023-2024-en.pdf |
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Policy description: $41.4 million allocated to move forward with pillars under NS's Climate Change Plan. This includes efforts to improve energy efficiency and clean energy projects, shifting away from coal to renewables and green hydrogen, community-based climate change projects, adoption of solar energy and adaptation plans for farmers and fishers, consumer rebates for ZEVs, flood line mapping and coastal wetland restoration, and research and battery technologies. Emissions / Actions covered: Expand the electrification of the economy. |
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Policy description: Program with goals to reduce water, fuel, and electricity consumption by 20% through government building retrofit initiatives; to reduce GHG emissions by replacing diesel energy systems with renewable energy systems where feasible; and to explore opportunities for more energy efficiency building technologies. Emissions / Actions covered: Improve energy efficiency and consumption, and reduce combustion emissions from diesel-generated electricity. References: https://unfccc.int/documents/209928 |
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Policy description: Project supported by the federal Low Carbon Economy Fund to promote energy efficiency retrofits to public housing units, including: • Window and door replacements, • Hot water heater replacements, and • Furnace/boiler replacements. These retrofit and upgrade projects are being prioritized in the following communities: Kugluktuk, Taloyoak, Baker Lake, Coral Harbour, Rankin Inlet, Sanikiluaq, Hall Beach, Igloolik, and Iqaluit. Emissions / Actions covered: Increase energy efficiency in public housing. References: https://unfccc.int/documents/209928 |
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Policy description: Planned amendments to the Qulliq Energy Corporation (QEC) Act to allow the utility to purchase power from independent power producers. This program plans to encourage independent power production from renewable energy sources by paying independent power producers the equivalent of what it would have cost to purchase diesel. Emissions / Actions covered: Increase renewable electricity generation. |
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Policy description: Program run by Nunavut's utility, Qulliq Energy Corporation (QEC), to encourage hamlets and residential customers to install their own renewable energy systems by offering communities and individuals credits for providing energy back into the grid. Emissions / Actions covered: Expand renewable energy systems. References: https://unfccc.int/documents/209928 |
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Policy description: Buildings and electricity sectors Nunavut's utility, Qulliq Energy Corporation (QEC), in partnership with the federal Low Carbon Economy Fund, is implementing new district energy systems that capture residual heat from power generation to heat local commercial and institutional buildings (space and water heating). These systems were implemented in two communities in 2018, Sanikiluaq and Taloyoak. These systems reduce energy costs for customers, extend the lifespan of the heating equipment, reduce fuel consumption, and reduce carbon emissions. Feasibility studies estimated the new heating systems in these two communities will displace approximately 298,000 litres of fuel and reduce emissions by 830 tCO2 annually. Emissions / Actions covered: Upgrade space heating and water heating in commercial and institutional buildings. References: https://unfccc.int/documents/209928 |
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Policy description: Developing community energy plans, with support from federal funding, to assess community energy needs and support future developments in clean energy projects. Emissions / Actions covered: Support community energy plan development. References: https://publications.gc.ca/collections/collection_2022/eccc/En1-77-2020-eng.pdf |
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Policy description: Qulliq Energy Corporation (QEC) contributed to the federal government's Small Modular Reactor (SMR) Action Plan to support the development and deployments of SMRs. Emissions / Actions covered: Advance non-emitting electricity generation technology. References: https://publications.gc.ca/collections/collection_2022/eccc/En1-77-2020-eng.pdf |
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Policy description: Transport and buildings sectors Rebate covering 50% of the federal carbon tax on home heating oil, diesel for vehicles, and other fuels for community members in Nunavummiut. Emissions / Actions covered: Subsidize federal carbon tax payments. |
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Policy description: Exploration of geothermal energy resources at Resolute Bay, Cambridge Bay, and Baker Lake, supported by the federal Low Carbon Economy Leadership Fund. Emissions / Actions covered: Increase renewable electricity generation. References: https://publications.gc.ca/collections/collection_2022/eccc/En1-77-2020-eng.pdf |
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Policy description: Qulliq Energy Corporation (QEC) to utilize modelling data to develop future projects for renewable energy, in partnership with Yukon University. Emissions / Actions covered: Increase renewable electricity generation. References: https://publications.gc.ca/collections/collection_2022/eccc/En1-77-2020-eng.pdf |
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Policy description: $419,000 in funding from Nunavut and $140,000 in funding from the federal Low Carbon Economy Leadership Fund to retrofit buildings for increased energy efficiency. This project is expected to have an approximate cumulative reduction of 38,900 t of GHG emissions by 2030. Emissions / Actions covered: Increase the energy efficiency of buildings. References: https://publications.gc.ca/collections/collection_2022/eccc/En1-77-2020-eng.pdf |
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Policy description: Refurbishment of 10 nuclear power plants, which together will provide more than 9,800 MW of emissions-free capacity. This is a longoterm project that has been ongoing since 2016. Emissions / Actions covered: Continue non-emitting electricity generation. |
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Policy description: Ontario phased out its last coal-fired generating unit in 2014. In 2019, approximately 94% of Ontario’s electricity generation was emissions-free. Commitments were made under the Cessation of Coal Regulation (2007) and Ending Coal for Cleaner Air Act (2015). In 2014, the Atikokan Generating Station was converted from coal to biomass. Emissions / Actions covered: Combustion emissions from electricity generated from coal-fired power plants. References: https://www.ontario.ca/page/end-coal https://www.opg.com/powering-ontario/our-generation/biomass/ |
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Policy description: Conservation program for commercial and residential sectors to reduce electricity consumption through energy saving measures (such as retrofits, energy performance management, and affordability programs). Previous framework was called the Electricity 2015-2020 Conservation Framework. To spend $1 billion over 4 years. Emissions / Actions covered: Increase energy efficiency in residential and commercial sectors |
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Policy description: 20-year contract for difference program guaranteeing a price for renewable electricity generation, including on-shore wind, waterpower, biogas, and solar photovoltaic (PV). Part of an initiative to help meet Ontario’s renewable energy capacity of 10,700 MW by 2021 and 20,000 MW by 2025. The microFIT program covers projects of up to 10 kW. The FIT program covers projects between 10 and 500kW. The program ceased to accept applicants in 2016. However, the Independent Electricity System Operator (IESO) continues to oversee contract management. Emissions / Actions covered: Increase renewable electricity generation. References: www.ieso.ca/sector-participants/feed-in-tariff-program/overview |
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Policy description: Regulation to support community net metering (CNM) demonstration projects and enable innovative approaches to community energy planning. The regulation provides a framework for how community net metering projects are to be arranged. This includes a generator that manages load facilities, generation facilities, and an agreement with the participating distributor. Demonstration projects are limited to up to 10 MW in size and a term of maximum term of 10 years. The regulation also authorizes the West Five development in London, Ontario as a CNM demonstration project which will demonstrate how community net metering can support renewable energy integration at the community level, resulting in more affordable electricity and community-level sustainability. Emissions / Actions covered: Develop community net-metering projects. References: https://ero.ontario.ca/notice/019-2531 |
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Policy description: A program led by the Independent Electricity System Operator (IESO) to improve electricity delivery. It is expected to generate net benefits of $800 million over the first 10 years of its implementation. Initiatives will align price and dispatch, support participation of new technologies, reduce cost of scheduling and dispatch through real-time unit commitment, and increase certainty to IESO and market participants through a day-ahead market. Emissions / Actions covered: Improve electricity supply and implement pricing reforms. References: https://www.ieso.ca/en/Market-Renewal/Background/Overview-of-Market-Renewal |
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Policy description: The Independent Electricity System Operator (IESO) funding program providing support for innovative energy projects across Ontario. This program has funded over 200 energy projects since 2005. Eligible applicants include local hydro companies, technology companies, consulting firms, public sector organizations, and industry associations. Project funding is limited to three years and up to a specified percent of project costs. Emissions / Actions covered: Support clean energy projects proposed by non-profit and for-profit entities. References: https://www.ieso.ca/en/Get-Involved/Funding-Programs/Grid-Innovation-Fund/Overview |
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Policy description: Regulations implemented in 2015 that are targeted at emission-intensive and trade-exposed (EITE) industries, including cement, lime, and iron and steel manufacturers, to help them transition to alternative low-carbon fuel in place of coal or coke. O. Reg. 79/15 was amended in 2021 to further streamline the approvals process for listed industries to substitute coke and coal with fuels derived from materials that would otherwise be disposed of in landfills. Emissions / Actions covered: Combustion emissions from emission intensive and trade exposed (EITE) industries using coke/coal as fuel (cement, lime, and iron and steel manufacturers). References: https://www.ontariocanada.com/registry/view.do?postingId=17242 https://ero.ontario.ca/notice/019-3544 |
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Policy description: Carbon-pollution pricing system for large industrial emitters in sectors covered by the federal output-based pricing system (OBPS). This system is expected to reduce emissions by 2% annually for industries that are highly emissions-intensive and/or trade-exposed and by 5% per year for other industries. Ontario’s standard met the federal benchmark as of September 2020. Regulated facilities are required to meet the established GHG performance standards or use compliance approaches if their emissions exceed the standard. Regulated entities are facilities that have emitted over 50,000 tCO2e per year in a year since 2014. Facilities that have emitted between 10,000 tCO2e to 50,000 tCO2e per year in a year since 2014 may choose to opt into the program. Emissions / Actions covered: Combustion emissions from large industrial emitters. References: https://unfccc.int/documents/209928 |
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Policy description: A demand-side management (DSM) plan establishing a framework for variety of conservation programs to Enbridge Gas Inc. customers, including residential affordability programs and residential/commercial retrofit programs. Similar programming under different frameworks have been in place for 20 years. Emissions / Actions covered: Increase the energy efficiency of industrial, commercial, institutional, and residential natural gas customers and reduce their energy consumption. |
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Policy description: Four provincial land use plans—in Greater Golden Horseshoe, the Greenbelt, the Oak Ridges Moraine, and the Niagara Escarpment—working together under key legislation, specifically the Places to Grow Act (2005) and the Greenbelt Act (2005), to manage growth, build complete communities, curb sprawl, and protect the natural environment. Emissions / Actions covered: Improve the overall environmental impact of land use planning and reduce associated emissions. References: https://unfccc.int/documents/209928 |
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Policy description: Buildings and industrial sectors Performance standards applicable to over 80 appliances and equipment using electricity, natural gas, and oil in the residential, commercial, and industrial sectors. These provincial standards are harmonized, where possible, with federal standards. Amended in July 2020 to increase efficiency requirements for residential windows. Emissions / Actions covered: Increase the efficiency of appliances and equipment using electricity, natural gas, and oil in the residential, commercial and industrial sectors. References: https://unfccc.int/documents/209928 |
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Policy description: Regulation specifying a minimum renewable fuel content of 4% for diesel, by volume. Renewable diesel life cycle GHG emissions are required to be at least 70% lower than standard petroleum diesel. In 2020, this regulation was replaced by the Cleaner Transportation Fuels: Renewable Content Requirements for Gasoline and Diesel Fuels regulation. Emissions / Actions covered: Combustion emissions from diesel fuel for transportation. References: https://www.ontario.ca/page/greener-diesel-regulation |
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Policy description: Regulation specifying a minimum renewable fuel content of 10% for gasoline, by volume. Renewable gasoline must have an average of 45% less life cycle GHG emissions than standard petroleum gasoline. In 2020, this regulation was replaced by the Cleaner Transportation Fuels: Renewable Content Requirements for Gasoline and Diesel Fuels regulation. Emissions / Actions covered: Combustion emissions from vehicles using gasoline fuel. References: https://www.ontario.ca/page/greener-gasoline |
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Policy description: Regulation specifying a minimum renewable fuel content of 4% for diesel, by volume. Renewable diesel life cycle GHG emissions are required to be at least 70% lower than standard petroleum diesel. Specifies a minimum renewable fuel content for gasoline of a specified amount, which increases each calendar year: 11% in 2025, 13% in 2028, 15% in 2030. Gasoline must have an average of 50% less life cycle GHG emissions than standard petroleum gasoline (previously was 45%). This is a new regulation as of November 25, 2020, that replaces the now-revoked O. Reg. 535/05 (Greener Gasoline) and O. Reg. 97/14 (Greener Diesel). Emissions / Actions covered: Combustion emissions from gasoline and diesel fuel for transportation. References: https://ero.ontario.ca/notice/013-4598 |
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Policy description: Budget 2023 indicated that total spending will amount to $70.5 billion over 10 years. This includes $28.5 billion in capital investment for subway expansion through the “New Subway Transit Plan for the Greater Toronto and Hamilton Area (GTHA).” Additional investments have been announced that support an updated Hamilton LRT project ($1 billion) and GO Rail Expansion that will double annual ridership by 2055. Emissions / Actions covered: Increase and expand public transit service across southwestern Ontario. References: https://budget.ontario.ca/2023/chapter-1a.html#section-2 |
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Policy description: Regulatory changes supporting expanded 24/7 compressed natural gas refuelling stations for trucks along the 400-series highways in Ontario. Emissions / Actions covered: Combustion emissions from heavy-duty trucks. References: https://unfccc.int/documents/209928 |
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Policy description: Emissions testing and safety inspection program for heavy diesel commercial motor vehicles, developed in 2022. This regulation does not apply to light passenger vehicles or heavy-duty, non-diesel vehicles. Emissions / Actions covered: Combustion emissions from heavy-duty diesel commercial motor vehicles. References: https://www.ontario.ca/page/driveon-emissions-and-safety-inspection-program |
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Policy description: Ontario matched the $295 million investment support committed by the federal government for the battery electric vehicle (BEV) production hub at Ford Motors Oakville Assembly Complex. Emissions / Actions covered: Increase BEV manufacturing. References: https://unfccc.int/documents/209928 https://www.ontario.ca/page/made-in-ontario-environment-plan |
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Policy description: Landfills larger than 1.5 million cubic metres require landfill gas collection, and use or flaring to reduce methane emissions releases. Emissions / Actions covered: Methane emissions from operating, proposed, or expanding landfills larger than 1.5 million cubic metres. References: https://www.ontariocanada.com/registry/view.do?postingId=1281 |
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Policy description: Ontario has issued a total of $12.5 billion in green bonds, focused on financing public transit initiatives, extreme-weather-resistant infrastructure, and energy efficiency and conservation projects. Emissions / Actions covered: Support various environmental initiatives, including those focused on improving and expanding public transit. References: https://www.ofina.on.ca/greenbonds/ |
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Policy description: Voluntary program allowing Enbridge customers to pay $2 per month towards the costs of purchasing and blending renewable natural gas into Ontario's natural gas grid. Emissions / Actions covered: Reduce combustion emissions from natural-gas-generated electricity. |
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Policy description: A $5.2 million pilot project to blend renewable hydrogen produced via electrolysis at the Markham Power-to-Gas facility into the natural gas network. This project will serve about 3,600 customers and is expected to abate up to 117 tCO2e. The project is being undertaken by Enbridge Gas and Cummins Inc., with support from Sustainable Development Technology Canada. Emissions / Actions covered: Reduce emissions from natural-gas-powered electricity generation. |
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Policy description: Initial strategy to accelerate the development of a low carbon-hydrogen sector in Ontario. Actions include launching a production pilot in Niagara Falls, assessing the feasibility of hydrogen opportunities across Ontario, transitioning industry from coal to low-carbon hydrogen, and supporting ongoing hydrogen research. Emissions / Actions covered: Increase development and deployment of lower-emission energy sources. References: https://www.ontario.ca/page/ontarios-low-carbon-hydrogen-strategy |
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Policy description: Program installing fast chargers at select stops along Ontario highways 401 and 400. The program is partially funded by Ontario Power Generation (OPG), Hydro One, Natural Resources Canada (NRCan), ONroute, Canadian Tire, and the Ontario Ministry of Transportation. The amount of the Ontario Ministry of Transportation's funding contribution is not publicly available. Emissions / Actions covered: Increase availability of EV charging infrastructure across Ontario. |
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Policy description: $8 million over 2 years to cover eligible exploration costs incurred by junior mining companies for critical minerals projects. Emissions / Actions covered: Covering eligible critical mineral exploration costs for junior mining companies References: https://budget.ontario.ca/2023/chapter-1a.html#s-3 |
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Policy description: Minimum price of $0.0775/kWh, adjusted annually by the CPI, for electricity produced from large-capacity renewable sources. Emissions / Actions covered: Combustion emissions from electricity generation. |
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Policy description: Prince Edward Island announced that the province would transition their school bus fleet to electric. Currently 47 electric buses will be used this upcoming school year, with 35 more to be delivered by January 2023. Emissions / Actions covered: Combustion emissions from school buses. References: https://publications.gc.ca/collections/collection_2022/eccc/En1-77-2020-eng.pdf |
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Policy description: $3 million over 3 years to support innovative solutions to climate change. $100,000 to support projects that reduce GHG emissions, help communities and the economy adapt to climate change, and address inequities and discrimination that are generated from the negative impacts of climate change. Emissions / Actions covered: Support innovative solutions to climate change. References: https://publications.gc.ca/collections/collection_2022/eccc/En1-77-2020-eng.pdf |
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Policy description: 27 actions in four key areas: public transit, vehicles, active transportation, and community design. Government departments, agencies, and organizations will implement the plan through programs, services, and policies over 5 years. Emissions / Actions covered: Combustion emissions from transportation. |
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Policy description: $25 million over 5 years to support active transportation (AT) in P.E.I. The AT Fund is helping to build new walking and bike paths, install paved shoulders, and better connect existing walking and cycling trails to improve and grow P.E.I.’s active transportation network. Emissions / Actions covered: Combustion emissions from transportation. References: https://www.princeedwardisland.ca/en/service/apply-to-the-active-transportation-fund |
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Policy description: The Active Transportation Strategy lays out pathways to support Islanders in making active, cleaner, and healthier transportation choices. The Active Transportation Strategy was developed as part of the Sustainable Transportation Action Plan. Emissions / Actions covered: Combustion emissions from transportation. References: https://www.princeedwardisland.ca/sites/default/files/publications/active_transportation_strategy.pdf |
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Policy description: Buildings and transport sectors Program will include energy efficiency upgrades to provincial buildings, improved fuel efficiency of its vehicle fleet, and a commitment to green procurement. Fuel-switching (light fuel oil to biomass) has begun in government buildings, and 15 electric vehicles have been added to the government fleet. Additional fuel-switching and energy efficiency measures are planned, and more electric and hybrid vehicles will be added to the government fleet. Emissions / Actions covered: Combustion and non-combustion emissions from PEI government operations. References: https://unfccc.int/documents/209928 |
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Policy description: The 2015 National Building Code and 2017 National Energy Code for buildings are in force province-wide. Emissions / Actions covered: Combustion emissions from buildings. References: https://unfccc.int/documents/209928 |
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Policy description: Prince Edward Island administered a provincial carbon tax through the Climate Leadership Act. Gasoline and diesel for agriculture and fisheries, light fuel oil for heating, and propane are exempt from the carbon tax. As of 2022, the carbon price was set at $50/t. The revenue is returned to P.E.I. citizens through rebates for income-qualified households, tax or fee reductions, and several emissions reduction programs. P.E.I. has voluntarily adopted the federal backstop for large emitters. Emissions / Actions covered: Combustion emissions from fossil fuels. |
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Policy description: Initiative to plant native tree species on public and privately owned abandoned or marginally productive agricultural land. The program covers all planting and seeding costs. To date, 469 hectares of trees have been planted (approximately one million trees). The project is partially funded by the Government of Canada's Low Carbon Economy Leadership Fund. Emissions / Actions covered: Plant native trees on abandoned or marginal public and private land. References: https://unfccc.int/documents/209928 |
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Policy description: Funded through the Canadian Agricultural Partnership. Available to farmers to reduce nutrient loss from the soil. The program also influences carbon sequestration and direct/indirect losses of nitrous oxide. Emissions / Actions covered: Support farmers to reduce nutrient loss in the soil and improve carbon sequestration. References: https://unfccc.int/documents/209928 |
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Policy description: Two new wind farms on Prince Edward Island that will generate 70MW of new electricity by 2026. Emissions / Actions covered: Promote clean energy generation through building more wind farms. References: https://unfccc.int/documents/209928 |
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Policy description: Cable interconnection upgrade in the Northumberland Strait, between the provinces of Prince Edward Island and New Brunswick. Two 180 MW cables will help meet the demand for electricity on P.E.I., deliver reliable and long-term energy for Islanders, and help balance the intermittent nature of wind energy supply. Emissions / Actions covered: Upgrade cable interconnection between PEI and New Brunswick to help meet demand for electricity. References: https://unfccc.int/documents/209928 |
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Policy description: Provides agricultural landowners with assistance to remove environmentally sensitive land from production. The program includes expanding buffer zones and grassed headlands, retiring high-sloped land, and converting annual cropland to perennial soil and water conservation structures. The program supports the conversion of over 2,800 hectares of farmland from annual production to perennial cover. Emissions / Actions covered: Assist agricultural landowners to remove environmentally sensitive land from annual crop production. References: https://unfccc.int/documents/209928 |
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Policy description: Federal and provincial funding support to build Prince Edward Island's first level 3 electric vehicle fast-charging network. GPEI continues to invest in level 2 public chargers across PEI. Emissions / Actions covered: Increase electric vehicle charging infrastructure on PEI. References: https://unfccc.int/documents/209928 |
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Policy description: The PEI Electric Vehicle Charging Funding Program will support up to 75% of eligible costs for First Nations, municipalities, business, academic, and community organizations in P.E.I. to install commercial EV chargers in public parking areas, workplaces, light-duty vehicle fleet parking, and designated multi-unit residential buildings (MURBs). Funded in part through NRCan's ZEVIP. Emissions / Actions covered: Increase electric vehicle charging infrastructure on PEI. References: https://www.princeedwardisland.ca/en/service/pei-electric-vehicle-charging-funding-program-pei-evcf-program |
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Policy description: Programs to enhance efficiency in residential and commercial buildings. Programs include the Energy Efficiency Equipment Appliance Rebates, Home Insulation Rebates, Instant Energy Savings Program (point-of-sale), New Home Construction Incentive, Energy Efficiency Loan Program, Home Comfort and Winter Warming Programs (Low-income Weatherization Building Envelope Upgrades), Energy Audit Programs, Solar Electric Rebate Program, and Business Energy Rebates. All of these programs, except New Home Construction, have been expanded because of support from the Low Carbon Economy Leadership Fund. Emissions / Actions covered: Increase the energy efficiency of buildings. References: https://unfccc.int/documents/209928 |
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Policy description: An energy rebate to engage Islanders in reducing carbon emissions and working to make electricity cheaper. The Clean Energy Price Incentive will rebate 10% of the first block of residential electricity, as well as on lower-emitting heat sources, including firewood, pellets, and propane. This will save $120 per household each year and provide a clear pricing signal for cleaner energy. The following energy products are eligible for provincial rebates: • Electricity—rebate on first block (2,000 kWh per month) on eligible residential bills for year-round customers. • Propane—rebate on purchases for residential home heating. • Wood Pellets—rebate on pellets used for space heating. • Firewood—rebate on purchases of one cord or more used for space heating. • Wood Chips—purchases for residential heating eligible for a rebate by submitting an application. The rebate will be applied at the retail level, and the Prince Edward Island will reimburse the supplier for 10% of sales subject to HST. The rebate will be deducted from electricity, propane, or wood fuel bills. Emissions / Actions covered: Make electricity cheaper and incentivize Islanders to reduce carbon emissions. References: https://www.princeedwardisland.ca/en/information/environment-water-and-climate-change/energy-rebate |
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Policy description: The program offers a curbside three-source separation system (waste, compost, and recyclables). The Waste Watch program was launched in 2002 by the Island Waste Management Corporation. The program diverts up to 65% of waste produced by Islanders from disposal in landfill. Compostable waste is diverted to a central compost facility. Emissions / Actions covered: Non-combustion emissions from waste. References: https://unfccc.int/documents/209928 |
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Policy description: P.E.I.'s Electric Vehicle Incentive program (launched April 2021) provides a $5,000 rebate for new and used battery electric vehicles (BEVs) and $2,500 for plug-in hybrid electric vehicles (PHEVs). Emissions / Actions covered: Combustion emissions from transportation. |
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Policy description: The Bicycle Rebate will help increase active transportation on the Island. The instant rebate of up to $100 will be offered on bicycles with a retail price of up to $2000 (before tax). There is a price floor of $50 (the bike cannot be sold for a sticker price of less than $50 after the rebate has been applied). Emissions / Actions covered: Combustion emissions from transportation. References: https://www.princeedwardisland.ca/en/information/environment-energy-and-climate-action/bicycle-rebate |
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Policy description: The Government of Prince Edward Island is offering eligible Islanders and organizations a $500 rebate for those who purchase an e-bike (power-assisted bicycle). The purpose of the program is to encourage greater adoption of active transportation options among Islanders. Emissions / Actions covered: Combustion emissions from transportation. References: https://www.princeedwardisland.ca/en/service/e-bike-incentive |
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Policy description: Agriculture and LULUCF sectors The PEI Agriculture Climate Solutions Program is designed to encourage and provide assistance to the PEI agriculture industry to implement best management practices (BMPs) that mitigate the production of greenhouse gases (GHG) during or from various agricultural activities or by prompting carbon storage in soils. The Program provides financial assistance for the adoption of beneficial on-farm projects and through trial-based payments that encourage the adoption of beneficial practices through demonstration, validation, and knowledge transfer. Funding for this program is provided by Environment and Climate Change Canada’s Low Carbon Economy Fund and the Province of Prince Edward Island. Emissions / Actions covered: Support farmers to mitigate the production of greenhouse gases and/or sequester carbon in the soil. |
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Policy description: The Province of Prince Edward Island has developed a province-wide integrated public transportation system with routes available across all of P.E.I. Emissions / Actions covered: Combustion emissions from transportation. References: https://www.princeedwardisland.ca/en/information/transportation-and-infrastructure/transit-pei |
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Policy description: 10% of the cost of monthly transit passes rebated through carbon tax revenues and additional subsidies for +19 fares. All transit routes on Prince Edward Island are free for school-aged youth 18 and under. Emissions / Actions covered: Combustion emissions from transportation. |
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Policy description: This document lays out the net zero vision for Prince Edward Island and provides a framework for the path to 2040, including sectoral emissions reduction targets. The Net Zero Framework will be reviewed frequently and will be supported by a series of five-year action plans that include interim emission reduction targets and reporting of progress made to date. Emissions / Actions covered: Reduce combustion emissions from all sectors and encourage carbon sequestration. |
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Policy description: The program supplies free heat pumps to eligible Islanders. To be eligible, Islanders must have a net household income of $75,000 or less, they must own their home, the home must be their principal residence and it must be valued at $300,000 or less. Emissions / Actions covered: Combustion emissions from buildings. References: https://www.princeedwardisland.ca/en/service/free-heat-pump-program |
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Policy description: The program supplies free electric hot water heaters to eligible Islanders. To be eligible, Islanders must have a net household income of $55,000 or less, they must own their home, the home must be their principal residence and it must be valued at $300,000 or less. The home's existing water supply must also be heated by fossil fuels. Emissions / Actions covered: Combustion emissions from buildings. References: https://www.princeedwardisland.ca/en/service/free-electric-hot-water-heater-program |
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Policy description: The program funds basement and attic insulation for eligible Islanders. To be eligible, Islanders must have a net household income of $55,000 or less, they must own their home, it must be their principal residence, and it must be valued at $300,000 or less. Emissions / Actions covered: Increase energy efficiency of buildings References: https://www.princeedwardisland.ca/en/service/free-home-insulation-program |
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Policy description: A project to developing 10 MW of solar combined with battery energy storage, Project slated for completion in March 2023. Emissions / Actions covered: Combustion emissions from electricity generation. References: https://www.ameresco.com/ameresco-awarded-10-mw-slemon-park-microgrid-project/ |
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Policy description: Proposed 100-km, 138-kV transmission line in western P.E.I. to increase access for renewables and increase reliability. Emissions / Actions covered: Increase renewable electricity supply. |
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Policy description: Agriculture and electricity sectors A new program developed to assist the agricultural industry in installing on-farm renewable energy generation equipment. 500k in budget for 2022-23. Emissions / Actions covered: Support farmers to mitigate the production of greenhouse gases and/or sequester carbon in the soil. References: Program not yet publicly advertised. |
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Policy description: The province is banning the installation of oil heating systems in new buildings starting 2021 and the installation in existing buildings starting in 2023. Emissions / Actions covered: Combustion emissions from use of heating oil in buildings. |
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Policy description: Since 2009, serial speed limiters have been activated and regulated to prevent vehicles from exceeding 105 km/h. The measure is for heavy-vehicle operators whose trucks use the Quebec roadway network. Emissions / Actions covered: Combustion emissions from heavy vehicles. References: https://unfccc.int/documents/209928 |
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Policy description: Planned implementation of renewable fuel requirements in transport: 15% renewable content in gasoline and 10% renewable content in diesel by 2030. Emissions / Actions covered: Combustion emissions from gasoline and diesel fuel for transportation. References: https://www.quebec.ca/en/government/policies-orientations/plan-green-economy#c75917 |
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Policy description: Government has set a target that electric and other zero-emission vehicles will account for 100% of motor vehicle sales by 2035. The sale of gas-powered vehicles will be prohibited. Emissions / Actions covered: Combustion emissions from vehicles. References: https://www.quebec.ca/en/government/policies-orientations/plan-green-economy#c75917 |
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Policy description: The program offers financial assistance for eco-driving training and awareness activities for drivers of light- or heavy-duty vehicles. Financial assistance is provided through a purchase rebate that is applied immediately upon the invoicing of an activity by an approved organization. The program aims to encourage the adoption of eco-driving by equipping drivers with: an understanding of fuel consumption of road vehicles, knowledge to adopt behaviours that reduce energy consumption, and energy-efficient and safe driving practices. Emissions / Actions covered: Incentivize eco-driving training and awareness for drivers or light- or heavy-duty vehicles. References: https://unfccc.int/documents/209928 |
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Policy description: Supports crop producers implementing crop fertilization trial projects. Crop fertilization projects adjust fertilizer reference grids in line with today's realities. Emissions / Actions covered: Support crop producers implementing crop fertilizer trial projects. References: https://unfccc.int/documents/209928 |
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Policy description: Funding for the Industrial Research Chair at the Université de Sherbrooke for the launch of the Strategic Intelligent Energy Network. Additional tax credits for technology research and development. Emissions / Actions covered: Promote technology and research and development. References: https://publications.gc.ca/collections/collection_2022/eccc/En1-77-2020-eng.pdf |
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Policy description: Over $86 million in government investments by 2022 to support the transformation and modernization of the forest products industry. Quebec also began a Wood Innovation Program in 2015 to encourage applied research, demonstration, and implementation of innovative products, processes, and systems in the forest products industry. Emissions / Actions covered: Support transformation and modernization of the forest products industry. References: https://unfccc.int/documents/209928 |
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Policy description: $626.5 million for zero-emissions buses and $174 million for charging infrastructure. Emissions / Actions covered: Expand deployment of zero-emissions buses and charging infrastructure. References: https://publications.gc.ca/collections/collection_2022/eccc/En1-77-2020-eng.pdf |
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Policy description: Promotes the use of equipment and technology to improve energy efficiency while reducing GHGs in the transportation of goods. This program offers financial support for eligible technologies and for the completion of projects to reduce GHG emissions. Emissions / Actions covered: Promote energy efficiency and emissions reductions in transporting goods. References: https://unfccc.int/documents/209928 |
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Policy description: A program that aims to reduce or avoid GHG emissions from the transportation of goods and people through intermodal projects and by promoting marine and railway services. The program has five components: projects with infrastructure expenses, projects with no infrastructure expenses, pilot projects, studies, and the promotion of maritime or railway modes of transportation. The financial contributions vary depending on the component. For component 1, assistance can vary from $400 to $750 per tonne of reduced or avoided GHG emissions. For component 3, $1 million maximum can be granted per project. For components 4 and 5, the maximum is $50,000. Emissions / Actions covered: Support reduction of GHG emissions from transportation. References: https://unfccc.int/documents/209928 |
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Policy description: A program that aims to reduce and avoid GHG emissions by offering financial assistance to improve the energy efficiency of organizations/companies that use marine, air, or railway transportation services. The program consists of two components: Infrastructure/Equipment and Studies/Pilot Projects. Businesses, municipal organizations, and other legally constituted organizations established in Quebec are eligible for the program. Emissions / Actions covered: Improve energy efficiency of organizations/companies that use marine, air, or railway transportation services. References: https://unfccc.int/documents/209928 |
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Policy description: $15.8 billion to the public transit sector. A significant portion is designated for infrastructure improvements. Emissions / Actions covered: Support emissions reductions from the public transit sector. References: https://publications.gc.ca/collections/collection_2022/eccc/En1-77-2020-eng.pdf |
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Policy description: Program focuses on GHG emissions associated with passenger transportation. The program will support transit authorities to increase public transit services, operations, and capital projects. Investments will be made in urban, rural, and interregional transport services. Emissions / Actions covered: Provide support to transit authorities to reduce emissions associated with passenger transportation. References: https://unfccc.int/documents/209928 |
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Policy description: Industrial and electricity sectors A cap-and-trade system for industrial and electricity sectors, as well as fossil fuel distributors. Revenue raised by the policy is invested in low-carbon technologies. Emissions / Actions covered: Combustion emissions from the industrial sector, electricity generation, and fossil fuel distributors. References: www.environnement.gouv.qc.ca/changements/carbone/Systeme-plafonnement-droits-GES-en.htm |
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Policy description: Zero-emission vehicle (ZEV) standards for heavy-duty vehicles. The standard is based on California's current standard. Emissions / Actions covered: Combustion emissions from heavy-duty vehicles. References: https://www.quebec.ca/en/government/policies-orientations/plan-green-economy |
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Policy description: The Construction Code was amended in 2012 to introduce new energy efficiency standards for residential buildings (3 storeys maximum). A second amendment phase is currently underway. The amendments focus on energy efficiency requirements for commercial, institutional, industrial, and tall residential buildings. The amendments will improve energy performance of new buildings by 20% to 25% compared to the previous regulation. A third amendment phase is planned to further increase the energy efficiency requirements for the small residential sector. The third amendment will occur after the amendments of phase two are implemented. Emissions / Actions covered: Combustion emissions from energy consumption in buildings. References: https://unfccc.int/documents/209928 |
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Policy description: In 2004, the Regulation respecting halocarbons came into effect. Proposed amendments to this regulation are currently under review. The amendments propose a partial ban on hydrofluorocarbons (HFCs) and aim to encourage the adoption of new technologies. The amendments also specify standards related to recycling halocarbons, what to do if there is a leakage, and the treatment of used halocarbons. The mitigation impact of this measure is included in the estimate for the federal measure Regulation of Hydrofluorocarbons. Emissions / Actions covered: Ozone-depleting substances and halocarbons. References: https://unfccc.int/documents/209928 |
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Policy description: The Government of Quebec plans to raise the minimum volume of renewable natural gas that is injected into the natural gas grid to 10% by 2030. Emissions / Actions covered: Combustion emissions from natural gas. References: https://www.quebec.ca/en/government/policies-orientations/plan-green-economy#c75917 |
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Policy description: Minimum renewable fuel content of 1% in distributed natural gas in Quebec as of 2020, rising to 2% in 2023, and 5% in 2025. Emissions / Actions covered: Combustion emissions from natural gas. References: https://mern.gouv.qc.ca/quebec-encadre-quantite-gaz-naturel-2019-03-26/ |
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Policy description: $82.2 million over 6 years for additional silviculture to sequester carbon. The strategy is in partnership with Indigenous communities and other stakeholders. Emissions / Actions covered: Expand silviculture to sequester carbon. |
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Policy description: $670 million to support energy efficiency/conversion and process optimization in businesses. This includes $90 million for a GHG challenge for large industrial emitters. Emissions / Actions covered: Support energy efficiency/conversion and process optimization in businesses. References: https://publications.gc.ca/collections/collection_2022/eccc/En1-77-2020-eng.pdf |
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Policy description: Quebec is planning to require a minimum blend of 10% renewable fuel in gasoline and 2% in diesel by volume starting in 2021 and rising to 15% for gasoline and 4% for diesel by 2025. Emissions / Actions covered: Combustion emissions from gasoline and diesel fuel for transportation. |
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Policy description: Automakers that sell over 4,500 vehicles in the province are required to meet a minimum zero-emission vehicle credit quota. The province announced that the targets for ZEV sales will be 30% in 2030 and 100% in 2035. Emissions / Actions covered: Combustion emissions from vehicles. |
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Policy description: The Regulation focuses on the landfilling and incinerating of residual materials and requires the largest technical landfill sites (such as those that landfill over 50,000 tonnes of residual materials per year) to capture biogases and make use of them or eliminate them. Emissions / Actions covered: Non-combustion emissions from residual materials. References: https://unfccc.int/documents/209928 |
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Policy description: In 2006 and 2012, royalties on residual material disposal were implemented to reduce the quantities of residual material that is disposed of and to increase the lifespan of disposal sites. The royalties also fund the preparation, implementation, and revision of residual material management plans and measures from the Quebec Policy on Residual Waste Management (Politique Québécoise de gestion des matières résiduelles) and the biomethanization and compost treatment program for organic material (Programme de traitement des matières organiques par biométhanisation et compostage). Emissions / Actions covered: Non-combustion emissions from the waste sector. References: https://unfccc.int/documents/209928 |
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Policy description: Financial support for rural and under-served farm and agri-food businesses to reduce emissions and support clean energy projects in off-grid communities. Emissions / Actions covered: Provide support to rural and under-served farm and agri-food businesses to reduce emissions and expand clean energy projects. References: https://publications.gc.ca/collections/collection_2022/eccc/En1-77-2020-eng.pdf |
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Policy description: Goal to reduce residual waste and eventually ban disposal of organic material. Emissions / Actions covered: Non-combustion emissions from the waste sector. References: http://www.environnement.gouv.qc.ca/matieres/pgmr/presentation_en.pdf |
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Policy description: Financial assistance for the construction of liquefied natural gas and regasification storage infrastructure for industrial establishments in Côte-Nord and Nord-du-Québec for conversion and use of cleaner energy sources. Emissions / Actions covered: Support construction of liquefied natural gas and regasification storage infrastructure for industrial facilities. References: https://publications.gc.ca/collections/collection_2022/eccc/En1-77-2020-eng.pdf |
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Policy description: The 2030 Plan for a Green Economy is Quebec's plan to mitigate and adapt to climate change. It is guided by a series of 5-year implementation plans. As of 2023 the plan contains $9 billion in total spending, of which approximately $7 billion is focused on reducing emissions. Emissions / Actions covered: Expand the electrification of the economy. |
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Policy description: The 2030 Energy Policy seeks to increase renewable energy production by 25% through converting off-grid networks, supporting mini-power-plant projects/wind farms, and upgrading existing hydroelectric power plants. Emissions / Actions covered: Increase renewable energy production. References: https://publications.gc.ca/collections/collection_2022/eccc/En1-77-2020-eng.pdf |
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Policy description: The act aims to fight climate change and support the energy transition while stimulating a green and wealth-creating economy through electrification. Emissions / Actions covered: Ensure effective governance for combating climate change and promoting electrification. |
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Policy description: Quebec continued legal drafting of the offset credit protocol for carbon sequestration through afforestation and reforestation on private lands. The province also continued to develop the rules for allocation of free emission units for 2024–2030. Emissions / Actions covered: Continue drafting of offset credit protocol for carbon sequestration through afforestation/reforestation. References: https://publications.gc.ca/collections/collection_2022/eccc/En1-77-2020-eng.pdf |
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Policy description: Financial assistance for projects that implement targeted fossil fuel consumption savings. Projects must also have a prospect of reducing or avoiding overall GHG emissions. Project example: Work to replace oil or natural-gas-fired boilers with systems that run on renewable energy (geothermal, aerothermal, electric boilers, etc.) Emissions / Actions covered: Increase the energy efficiency of buildings and reduce their combustion emissions. References: https://unfccc.int/documents/209928 |
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Policy description: Formerly known as the Residual Forestry Biomass Program, this initiative was launched in 2017 and aims to reduce GHG emissions and the consumption of fossil fuels by funding energy conversion projects to switch from fossil fuels to residual forest biomass. Emissions / Actions covered: Reduce emissions by funding energy conversion projects that use residual forest biomass. References: https://transitionenergetique.gouv.qc.ca/affaires/programmes/bioenergies |
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Policy description: A program available to businesses, institutions and municipalities. Both small and large energy consumers can apply for financial assistance. The program aims to improve the energy efficiency of commercial and institutional buildings, as well as that of industrial processes, in order to reduce fugitive and regular GHG emissions in processes and to diminish the consumption of fossil fuels. In addition to direct reductions projected in the short term, indirect longer-term mitigation impacts are also expected. Emissions / Actions covered: Improve the energy efficiency of buildings. |
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Policy description: A program that aims to increase the productivity and competitiveness of companies in different industrial sectors that want to reduce GHG emissions, accelerate the commercialization of innovations from clean technology companies, and reduce the carbon footprint of industrial activities in Quebec. Emissions / Actions covered: Increase productivity/competitiveness of industrial sectors to reduce their carbon footprint. References: https://unfccc.int/documents/209928 |
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Policy description: Encourages the development of technological innovation in energy efficiency, renewable energies, bioenergies, and GHG emission reductions by offering financial assistance to project promoters who want to demonstrate the potential of technological innovation. The program also promotes the testing of technologies that are unavailable or not widely available in the Quebec market. Emissions / Actions covered: Encourage technological innovation in energy efficiency, renewable energies, bioenergies, and GHG emissions reductions. References: https://unfccc.int/documents/209928 |
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Policy description: Financial support to municipalities and the private sector for the development of facilities to process organic matter. The program aims to reduce the amount of organic matter and reduce GHG emissions. The program has been extended until 2022. Emissions / Actions covered: Support the private sector in developing facilities that process organic matter. References: https://unfccc.int/documents/209928 |
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Policy description: A program that enables small municipalities and Indigenous communities to obtain financial support for implementing domestic or communal composters. The program aims to reduce the amount of organic waste sent to landfills and the associated GHG emissions. Emissions / Actions covered: Provide support for implementing domestic or communal composting to reduce organic waste being sent to landfills. References: https://unfccc.int/documents/209928 |
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Policy description: An energy efficiency program for low-income households. The program enables low-income households to get free individualized advice and to have electronic thermostats installed free of charge. Emissions / Actions covered: Enable low-income households to improve energy efficiency in homes. References: https://unfccc.int/documents/209928 |
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Policy description: Financial assistance to convert primary heating systems that use oil, propane, or other fossil fuels except natural gas to primary heating systems powered by geothermal, hydro, wind, or solar energy. Emissions / Actions covered: Support conversion of home heating to clean energy sources. References: https://unfccc.int/documents/209928 |
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Policy description: Maximum of $4,000 in financial assistance to first-time owners of Novoclimat 2.0 approved houses. The program also applies to small multiple-unit buildings such as a duplex, triplex, quadruplex, and multiple-unit buildings of three or fewer storeys and 600 m2 or less. The first Novoclimat program, from 1999, still applies to properties of more than 600 m² and up to 10 storeys where the main energy source is electricity, natural gas, or residual forest biomass. Emissions / Actions covered: Support first-time homeowners to switch to clean energy sources and increase efficiency. References: https://unfccc.int/documents/209928 |
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Policy description: Provides incentives between $4,000 and $8,000 for the purchase of a zero-emission vehicle. Emissions / Actions covered: Incentivize purchase of zero-emissions vehicles. |
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Policy description: A rebate of $105,000 granted for the purchase of fully electric school buses. The rebate is issued to: school bus providers on contract with school boards/private teaching establishments and school boards/accredited private teaching establishments. Emissions / Actions covered: Incentivize purchase of fully electric school buses. References: https://unfccc.int/documents/209928 |
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Policy description: Subsidies for charging station installation at home or work. Up to $5,000 per charging station. Emissions / Actions covered: Incentivize home and work charging stations. References: https://vehiculeselectriques.gouv.qc.ca/rabais/travail/programme-remboursement-borne-recharge-travail.asp |
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Policy description: $30 million over three years allocated to support businesses in the development and commercialization of clean technologies in Quebec's 2023-2024 budget. Emissions / Actions covered: Support for the adoption of clean technologies and environmentally responsible practices References: http://www.finances.gouv.qc.ca/Budget_and_update/budget/documents/Budget2324_BudgetPlan.pdf#page=38 |
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Policy description: $23.2 million over 2 years to reward agri-environmental practices Emissions / Actions covered: Reward agri-environmental practices References: http://www.finances.gouv.qc.ca/Budget_and_update/budget/documents/Budget2324_BudgetPlan.pdf#page=38 |
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Policy description: $15 million over 2 years to fund agricultural projects related to agri-environmental practices Emissions / Actions covered: Reward agri-environmental practices References: http://www.finances.gouv.qc.ca/Budget_and_update/budget/documents/Budget2324_BudgetPlan.pdf#page=38 |
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Policy description: $32 million over three years to support biogas production, and encourage switching away from the use of petroleum products to LNG Emissions / Actions covered: Expland support of biogas production References: http://www.finances.gouv.qc.ca/Budget_and_update/budget/documents/Budget2324_BudgetPlan.pdf#page=38 |
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Policy description: Established in 2017 as part of Quebec's Sustainble mobility policy - 2030, this initiative funds municipal programs that develop active transportation infrastructure Emissions / Actions covered: Reduce emissions from transportation by encouraging mode shifting to active transportation |
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Policy description: The program funds emissions-reducing projects at facilities classified as heavy-emitters. Funding is allocated through an application process and is intended for projects that reduce emissions in the short to medium-term. Emissions / Actions covered: Emissions from industrial facilities |
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Policy description: This program funded emissions reducing and R&D projects in the manufacturing and mining sectors. It was intended to help facilities manage the transition to new cap-and-trade regulations, entering into force in 2024, that would see more rapid reductions in free allowances. Emissions / Actions covered: Emissions from industrial facilities References: https://www.environnement.gouv.qc.ca/programmes/mesure-aide-decarbonisation-industriel/#presentation |
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Policy description: The program funds projects that capture waste heat from building equipment and recycle the heat to fulfil the building's energy needs. Emissions / Actions covered: Reduce building emissions by capturing waste heat and use it for heating large buildings |
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Policy description: The provincial government has committed to establish a new energy performance rating system "système de déclaration et de cotation relativement à la performance énergétique des bâtiments". The system is to be established by the end of 2023 Emissions / Actions covered: Reduce building emissions through a new performance standard |
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Policy description: Saskatchewan has implemented the approximately $1.35 billion Boundary Dam project, with a $240 million federal government contribution. This project has cumulatively captured 4,589,251 tCO2 since the deployment of carbon capture and storage (CCS) technology (from 2014 to Q2 2022) at SaskPower's Boundary Dam coal-fired plant. This project stores and captures CO2 emissions from the 115 MW coal-fired plant. Emissions / Actions covered: Capture and store CO2 emissions from coal-generated electricity. |
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Policy description: A regulation requiring a minimum renewable fuel content of 7.5% for gasoline by volume. This target supersedes the federal Renewable Fuels Regulation. Emissions / Actions covered: Combustion emissions from unleaded automotive gasoline fuel. |
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Policy description: A regulation requiring an average minimum renewable fuel content of 2% for diesel by volume. This target is in line with the federal Renewable Fuels Regulation. Emissions / Actions covered: Combustion emissions from diesel fuel for transportation. |
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Policy description: A framework to enhance wetland habitat conservation to support the preservation of natural carbon sinks. It also aims to improve agricultural runoff management during droughts and floods, as responsible water drainage onto croplands supports efficient use of nitrogen-based fertilizers and reduces the amount of fertilizer lost as N2O into the atmosphere. Emissions / Actions covered: Non-combustion N2O emissions from agricultural runoff. References: https://unfccc.int/documents/209928 |
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Policy description: $922,250 of funding to watershed and community groups to assist their implementation of responsible agricultural water management. Emissions / Actions covered: Reduce non-combustion N2O emissions from agricultural runoff. References: https://unfccc.int/documents/209929 |
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Policy description: An initiative to support the management of both natural and commercially forested lands through methods that enhance the removal and storage of carbon from the atmosphere, allow for sustainable harvesting practices, and respect natural forest cycles and support fire preparedness. Emissions / Actions covered: Increase carbon sequestration capacity through forest management practices. References: https://unfccc.int/documents/209928 |
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Policy description: Provision of financial assistance to farmers who feed and house livestock in confined spaces to implement Beneficial Management Practices that consist of manure storage and management plans that reduce associated GHG emissions. Emissions / Actions covered: Improve manure management to reduce livestock-associated emissions. References: https://unfccc.int/documents/209928 |
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Policy description: A SaskPower program leading to an estimated cumulative sequestration of 2,669 KtCO2e from 1992 to 2030 through the growth and distribution of tree, shrub, and native plant seedlings. These seedlings are grown using the waste heat from the adjacent coal-fired power station. Each production cycle contributes approximately 3.3 KtCO2e to 5.6 KtCO2e sequestration annually through growth, with the target of distributing 500,000 seedlings annually to eligible customers. Emissions / Actions covered: Increase carbon sequestration of emissions from coal-generated electricity. References: https://unfccc.int/documents/209928 https://publications.saskatchewan.ca/#/products/118362 |
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Policy description: Implemented in 2018, these regulations set reporting obligations and a cap on the emissions from coal- and gas-fired electricity generators. Further, in 2019, an equivalency agreement between Saskatchewan and the Government of Canada was entered into for coal-fired electricity generation between Saskatchewan and the Government of Canada which that allows SaskPower, to manage emission reductions from coal-generated electricity on a fleet-wide basis, rather than a facility basis. With this equivalency agreement, these provincial regulations supersede the federal regulations as of 2020. Emissions / Actions covered: Combustion emissions from coal- and gas-fired electricity generation. |
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Policy description: A target to increase electricity generation capacity from renewable energy sources up to 50% by 2030. This includes the doubling of renewable energy sources in SaskPower's supply mix over 15 years, with an additional 60 MW of solar power by 2021 (including two 10 MW projects—the Awasis Project on Cowessess First Nation and Pesakastew Solar Project) and up to 1,600 MW from wind power by 2030 (including the 200 MW Golden South Wind Project). This target will also be supported through carbon capture and storage (CCS) deployment. Emissions / Actions covered: Increase electricity generation from renewable energy sources. |
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Policy description: SaskPower has committed to the target to reduce GHG emissions from electricity generation by 50% relative to 2005 levels by 2030. This would represent an approximate reduction of 7 MtCO2e. Emissions / Actions covered: Combustion emissions from fossil-fuel-based electricity generation. |
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Policy description: A target to reduce electricity consumption by 140 GWh and peak demand by 20 MW 2030. Emissions / Actions covered: Reduce electricity consumption. References: http://publications.gov.sk.ca/documents/66/104890-2017%20Climate%20Change%20Strategy.pdf |
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Policy description: A commitment to develop and implement an offset system to incentivize carbon sequestration or emission reduction actions, especially from soils and forests. Through this system, offset credits earned by large industrial emitters may be used as a compliance mechanism to meet regulated GHG performance standards. This system will be implemented through the Management and Reduction of Greenhouse Gases Act (MRGHG Act). In 2021, Saskatchewan held engagement initiatives to gather input and feedback from key stakeholders to support in the development of this system. Emissions / Actions covered: Increase carbon sequestration through emissions reduction compliance. |
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Policy description: The Management and Reduction of Greenhouse Gases Act (MRGHG Act) is Saskatchewan's legislation providing provincial authority for electricity and reporting regulations, including: • Management and Reduction of Greenhouse Gases (Reporting and General) Regulation and • Management and Reduction of Greenhouse Gases (Standards and Compliance) Regulation to support the implementation of performance standards on large industrial emitters. Emissions / Actions covered: Combustion emissions from multiple sectors. |
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Policy description: Regulations requiring all emitters of more than 10,000 tCO2e annually to report emissions. The objective of this regulation is to develop a thorough provincial GHG inventory to efficiently target sources of GHG emissions for future reductions. Emissions / Actions covered: Regulate reporting of GHG emissions. |
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Policy description: Mandatory, sector-specific output-based performance standards for large industrial emitters, which are defined as industrial facilities, emitting more than 25,000 tCO2e annually, or any aggregate facility operating in the oil and gas sector. These sector-specific output-based performance standards are voluntary for facilities emitting between 10,000 tCO2e to 25,000 tCO2e, annually. These regulations are a partial backstop for the federal output-based pricing system (OBPS). Facilities exceeding their performance standard may reach their compliance requirements through multiple options: • Make payments to a Saskatchewan technology fund, • Purchase credits from other large industrial emitters that have emitted below their performance standard, or • Purchase offset credits through Saskatchewan's Offset Credit System. Emissions / Actions covered: Combustion emissions from various sectors/operations including: chemical manufacturing, wood product manufacturing, mineral product manufacturing, agricultural and industrial equipment manufacturing, food and beverage processing, mining, iron and steel mills, fertilizer manufacturing, pulp mills, ethanol manufacturing, grain and oilseed processing, char production, activated carbon production, refining and upgrading of petroleum, and upstream oil and gas stationary fuel combustion. |
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Policy description: A target to reduce annual upstream methane emissions from venting and flaring in the oil and gas sector by 40% to 45% by 2025. This plan also includes strategies to support the capture and commercialization of methane, and it includes oil and gas emissions management regulations (see The Oil and Gas Emissions Management Regulations). Emissions / Actions covered: Upstream methane emissions in the oil and gas sector from venting and flaring. References: https://unfccc.int/documents/209928 |
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Policy description: Regulations, implemented through The Oil and Gas Conservation Amendment Act, that are expected to achieve annual emissions reductions of 40% to 45% by 2025 (in line with Saskatchewan's Methane Action Plan) by limiting the allowable emissions of every licensee of an oil and gas facility whose combined potential emissions exceed 50,000 tCO2e annually. Oil and gas operators exceeding their emissions intensity limit are subject to an administrative penalty ($/t of excess emissions) depending on their production class, as defined by the regulation. Further, licensees of an oil and gas facility are required to submit Emissions Reduction Plans that outline the measures they will pursue to reduce their emissions. Emissions / Actions covered: Upstream methane emissions in the oil and gas sector methane emissions from venting and flaring. |
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Policy description: Saskatchewan adopted the National Building Code as their provincial minimum standard for renovations to and construction of houses and small buildings. These building standards were implemented under The Construction Codes Act. As well, these standards support the increased use of wood in building construction to support increased carbon storage. Further, new government buildings must exceed the energy performance standards stipulated in the National Energy Code for Buildings by 10%. All new government buildings and major renovations will meet or exceed Leadership in Energy and Environmental Design (LEED) Silver certification standards. Emissions / Actions covered: Increase the energy efficiency of residential and small buildings (including government buildings). References: https://unfccc.int/documents/209928 |
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Policy description: A strategy to support the upgrading of municipal solid waste and wastewater (sewage) management services to reduce, capture, and use emissions and biogas, by making these projects a priority category for support under joint federal/provincial funding programs. Emissions / Actions covered: Non-combustion emissions from municipal waste (solid waste and sewage). References: https://unfccc.int/documents/209928 |
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Policy description: Supported by the federal government, Saskatchewan has invested upwards of $17 million in carbon capture and storage (CCS) projects and flaring reduction projects. Current projects include the Aquistore project and the Carbon Capture Test Facility. As well, the Weyburn-Midale project is currently the largest CCS demonstration site globally. Funding for this project continues to grow. Emissions / Actions covered: Reduce combustion emissions from fossil-fuel-based electricity generation through deployment of CCS technology. References: https://unfccc.int/documents/209928 |
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Policy description: In 2018, the Power Generation Partner Program (PGPP) replaced the Small Power Producers and Flare Gas Power Generation Programs. Through this program, SaskPower's objective was to receive up to 10 MW of renewable generated electricity and 25 MW of carbon-neutral non-renewable generated electricity annually from customers and community-owned projects annually. This program ran for three years, with final PGPP partners approved in 2021. Emissions / Actions covered: Increase renewable, non-emitting electricity generation. |
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Policy description: A commitment to develop a strategy to improve freight delivery times, reduce fuel use, and increase efficiency. Additional information related to trade impediments and gaps in the transportation system is being collected. Emissions / Actions covered: Fuel consumption and combustion emissions from freight transportation. |
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Policy description: A program to address congestion and bottleneck issues and to help reduce associated GHG emissions through the use of traffic data. Emissions / Actions covered: Reduce road transportation congestion and idling. References: https://unfccc.int/documents/209928 |
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Policy description: A program to first baseline current fuel savings already implemented through existing trucking agreements, with the intention to then expand the program and quantify savings annually to increase the fuel efficiency of trucks. Emissions / Actions covered: Increase the fuel efficiency of trucks. References: https://unfccc.int/documents/209928 |
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Policy description: A program to expand short-haul rail systems in both size and usage to reduce transportation emissions through shifting from higher-emitting to lower-emitting transportation options. To support this, Saskatchewan approved a short-haul project for funding under the federal government's National Trade Corridor Fund. Emissions / Actions covered: Expand lower-emitting short-haul transportation options. |
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Policy description: A program to reduce government fleet emissions by 20% from 2007 levels by 2020 by ensuring their fleet is operating at their highest efficiency and effectiveness capacity through right-sizing assessments. These assessments are reviewed and completed through new vehicle and vehicle replacement requests. Fleet needs for size, utilization, and standardization are identified based on their service delivery. It is unclear whether or not the 2020 target was met, but right-sizing assessments are ongoing. As well, Saskatchewan's Central Vehicle Agency evaluated the government's vehicle fleet to explore lower-carbon technology opportunities. Emissions / Actions covered: Combustion emissions from the government vehicle fleet |
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Policy description: The Saskatchewan Growth Plan commits the province to exploring the development and deployment of small modular reactors (SMRs) to supply safe and reliable zero-emissions baseload power. Emissions / Actions covered: Advance non-emitting electricity generation technology. References: https://publications.gc.ca/collections/collection_2022/eccc/En1-77-2020-eng.pdf |
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Policy description: A partnership with "approximately 180 independently owned natural gas appliance dealers and contractors to promote the benefits of high efficiency gas equipment." Emissions / Actions covered: Increase the efficiency of gas appliances and equipment in buildings. References: https://publications.gc.ca/collections/collection_2022/eccc/En1-77-2020-eng.pdf |
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Policy description: Rebates to households for "furnaces, boilers, heat recovery ventilators, and up to $1000 for high efficiency water heaters." Emissions / Actions covered: Increase the efficiency of end-use equipment in residential buildings. References: https://publications.gc.ca/collections/collection_2022/eccc/En1-77-2020-eng.pdf |
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Policy description: SaskPower is currently constructing an 8 MW biomass power plant for electricity generation, in partnership with Meadow Lake Tribal Council. Emissions / Actions covered: Increase neutral-emissions electricity generation. |
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Policy description: Support from SaskEnergy, a Saskatchewan crown corporation, for the Canadian Gas Association’s Natural Gas Innovation Fund, "which provides grants to fund early-stage startups developing solutions that drive innovation and help achieve environmental objectives." Emissions / Actions covered: Support natural gas cleantech innovation. References: https://publications.gc.ca/collections/collection_2022/eccc/En1-77-2020-eng.pdf |
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Policy description: Support from SaskEnergy, a Saskatchewan crown corporation,for "technology demonstration projects for thermal energy and heat pumps, including funding right-sized high efficient natural gas furnaces and smart thermostats in Saskatchewan’s first net-zero multi-unit residential building." Emissions / Actions covered: Increase the energy efficiency of end-use equipment in residential buildings and reduce their emissions. References: https://publications.gc.ca/collections/collection_2022/eccc/En1-77-2020-eng.pdf |
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Policy description: Starting April 1, 2023, Saskatchewan's provincial fuel charge will replace the federally imposed fuel charge. Emissions / Actions covered: regulations requiring the imposition of a carbon price on fossil fuels References: REFERENCE?? |
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Policy description: A strategy to prevent the eastern spread of mountain pine beetle (MPB) from Alberta into Saskatchewan forests. The partnership between the Saskatchewan Ministry of Environment Forest Service Branch and Alberta Ministry of Agriculture and Forestry has been implemented since 2011 through a series of interprovincial agreements with the government of Alberta to slow the eastern spread of MPB using detection and control actions. Since 2011 Saskatchewan has invested $8,674,392 towards the agreement. Emissions / Actions covered: Protect pine forests from insect disturbance and maintain carbon stocks. |
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Policy description: Prairie Resilience is a strategy that takes a system-wide approach and includes more than 40 commitments designed to make Saskatchewan more resilient to the effects of a changing climate. The commitments—which go beyond emissions reductions alone—span Saskatchewan's natural systems and resources, infrastructure for electricity, transportation, homes and buildings, and community preparedness. Emissions / Actions covered: Enhance the ability to cope with, adapt to, and recover from stress and change. |
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Policy description: The Climate Resilience Measurement Framework tracks annual progress on 25 resilience measures across five key areas: natural systems, physical infrastructure, economic sustainability, community preparedness, and human well-being. Annual reporting on all measures provides a better understanding of Saskatchewan’s incremental resilience to climate change. It may also help identify where, in future years, alternative or additional policies and programs may enhance resilience. Emissions / Actions covered: Track and annually report across all areas of focus to convey progress in making the province more resilient to climate change. |
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Policy description: The Independent Power Production Program provides support to organizations interested in power generation exclusively for public consumption on a public utility grid. There is an annual limit of electricity purchased by the utilities from independent power producers. Projects must fit within the remaining allotment of the annual limit. The available generation changes as projects are approved or confirmed or as energy demand changes. In response to action E8 under Our Clean Future, the cap for Independent Power Production has been raised from 20 to 40 gigawatt hours. Total annual limit: 40,000 megawatt hours per year Expected 2022 annual contribution: 2,390 megawatt hours per year Expected 2023 annual contribution: 11,250 megawatt hours per year Additional annual contributions of proposed projects under review: 33,140 megawatt hours per year Emissions / Actions covered: Enable independent, non-utility electricity producers to sell electricity to Yukon's two public utilities through renewable energy technologies. References: https://unfccc.int/documents/209928 https://yukon.ca/en/sell-electricity-independent-power-producer |
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Policy description: The Micro-generation Program incentivizes small-scale renewable energy projects in the Yukon by reimbursing micro-generators for energy that is not consumed on-site but instead exported to a public utility grid. This program is separate from the renewable energy rebate programs also administered by the Energy Branch and is only available to micro-generators connected to a utility grid. With 6.6 MW of installed Micro-generation Program capacity as of June 2022, the program has achieved over 90% of its goal to see seven megawatts of renewable electricity capacity coming from homes and businesses by 2030. Emissions / Actions covered: Support installation of electrical generating systems and connect them to the grid. References: https://unfccc.int/documents/209928 https://yukon.ca/en/micro-generation-program |
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Policy description: The Yukon government will incorporate fuel efficiency into government vehicle fleet purchase decisions starting in 2020 to reduce GHG emissions and fuel costs. Emissions / Actions covered: Combustion emissions from government vehicles. References: https://yukon.ca/sites/yukon.ca/files/env/env-our-clean-future.pdf |
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Policy description: Yukon committed to update their heavy-duty vehicle fleet by 2030 to reduce GHG emissions and fuel costs. Emissions / Actions covered: Combustion emissions from heavy-duty government vehicles. References: https://yukon.ca/sites/yukon.ca/files/env/env-our-clean-future.pdf |
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Policy description: In 2020, the government of Yukon set a target to reduce emissions from Government of Yukon buildings by 30% by 2030, compared to 2010 levels. This is projected to reduce GHG emissions by 8 kilotonnes. This is funded through the Green Infrastructure Program, which is a multi-year capital investment program to reduce GHG emissions from Government of Yukon buildings, with a focus on renewable energy heating systems and retrofits. Emissions / Actions covered: Combustion emissions from buildings. |
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Policy description: Funding to install biomass heating systems in government buildings as part of an energy retrofit initiative. Emissions / Actions covered: Support installation of biomass heating systems in government buildings. References: https://publications.gc.ca/collections/collection_2022/eccc/En1-77-2020-eng.pdf |
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Policy description: The Government of Yukon will update their procurement policies in 2020 to support sustainable and local procurement. Emissions / Actions covered: Combustion and non-combustion emissions from government procurement. References: https://yukon.ca/sites/yukon.ca/files/env/env-our-clean-future.pdf |
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Policy description: The Good Energy Commercial and Institutional Program provides rebates to owners and tenants of Yukon’s larger buildings to implement a wide array of building energy efficiency and renewable energy improvements. The Energy Branch launched this program in 2019 with support from Canada’s Low Carbon Economy Fund. To date energy efficiency retrofits have been completed in 110 buildings. Emissions / Actions covered: Improve energy efficiency of buildings and incentivize installation of renewable energy systems. References: https://unfccc.int/documents/209928 |
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Policy description: Supports energy efficiency improvements for existing residences and for the construction of new super-insulated homes. Since 2018 over 155 energy retrofits have been completed through this program and over 329 high-performance new homes have been built. Emissions / Actions covered: Support energy efficiency improvements for existing residences and construction of new super-insulated homes. References: https://unfccc.int/documents/209928 |
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Policy description: Yukon Energy Corporation and ATCO introduced InCharge in 2014 to promote electricity conservation in Yukon’s residential sector. The initiative consists of three programs: the LED and Automotive Heater Timer Rebate Program, the Low Cost Energy Efficient Products Program, and the Engagement, Education and Communication Program. The anticipated annual net savings with transmission and distribution losses is expected to reach 2,644 MWh by 2018. The plan is expected to generate indirect, rather than direct, emissions reductions. Emissions / Actions covered: Promote electricity conservation in the residential sector. References: https://unfccc.int/documents/209928 https://www.inchargeyukon.ca/ |
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Policy description: Switching from fossil fuels to renewable fuels to heat Yukon's buildings is a key action to reducing the territory’s greenhouse gas emissions, since 21% of the territory’s emissions come from heating. The Energy Branch supports this transition by providing rebates for renewable heating systems (biomass heating and heat pumps) and support to an electric thermal storage pilot project run by Yukon Conservation Society. To date 98 heat pumps or electric thermal storage units and 9 biomass systems have been installed. Emissions / Actions covered: Provide rebates for renewable heating systems (biomass and heat pumps) and support to an electric thermal storage pilot project. References: https://publications.gc.ca/site/eng/9.847802/publication.html |
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Policy description: Yukon returns revenue generated from the federal carbon levy to Yukoners—51% to businesses, 41% to individuals, 3% to municipalities, and 1% to First Nations. Emissions / Actions covered: Return revenue generated from carbon levy. References: https://publications.gc.ca/site/eng/9.847802/publication.html |
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Policy description: Our Clean Future is the Yukon's overarching strategy for climate change mitigation and adaption. Key mitigation actions are: - Requiring zero-emission vehicles to be 10% of light-duty vehicle sales by 2025 and 30% by 2030 - Committing to half of all new vehicles purchased by Government of Yukon being zero-emission vehicles. - Requirements for diesel and gasoline to be blended with renewable content by 2025 - Providing funding, rebates, and low-interest financing for retrofits - Requiring 93% of Yukon Integrated Grid electricity to come from renewable sources - Reducing fossil fuel use for electricity generation by 30% in communities not connected to the Yukon Integrated Grid Collectively, the suite of policy actions in Our Clean Future is projected to reduce the Yukon's emissions by 130 kilotonnes relative to 2010. Emissions / Actions covered: Overarching climate change policy throughout the Yukon. Includes renewable fuel standards, increasing use of zero emission vehicles, and increasing renewable electricity generation. |
The Carbon Reduction Policy Tracker, developed in collaboration with Navius Research, is based on a review of key policy documents, including Navius’ internal policy lists, the Federal Government’s 2030 Emissions Reduction Plan, the 2020 Pan-Canadian Framework on Clean Growth and Climate Change, and provincial and territorial climate strategies. The list was shared with provincial and federal government representatives for review.
The Carbon Reduction Policy Tracker was last updated on July 7, 2023, and is the first stage in a longer-term research initiative to measure policy stringency and coverage in Canada, led by Dr. Jennifer Winter, University of Calgary. Stay tuned for more in the coming months. We welcome any comments or suggestions at 440megatonnes@climateinstitute.ca.