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Climate Change Moves to Policy Back-Burner

Analysis suggests the 'existential' climate crisis is losing urgency amid wars and economic turmoil. Experts cite alarmist rhetoric as a key factor in public disengagement.

2025 Third Warmest Year: Impacts on Canada

2025 ranked as the planet's third warmest year ever recorded. Discover what this escalating global heat means for Canada's environment, from wildfires to long-term climate trends.

Pipeline Project Risks Persist After Trudeau Era

Analysis: Despite PM Mark Carney's push for energy projects, market volatility, climate policy, and geopolitics create major risks. Experts argue private firms assess these better than governments.

Canada scraps plastic export ban, citing economic pressure

The federal government has quietly reversed its ban on exporting single-use plastics just before Christmas 2025. The move, citing tariffs and supply chain issues, signals a shift in environmental policy. Read the full analysis.

U.S. Exit from UN Climate Treaty Called Self-Sabotage

The United States' withdrawal from a critical UN climate agreement in January 2026 has drawn sharp criticism as an act of self-sabotage, raising global environmental concerns. Read the full analysis.

Carney: Canada's climate targets were a fantasy

PM Mark Carney admits Canada will miss its 2030 and 2035 GHG targets. A history of overly optimistic government reports clashes with the federal auditor's findings. Read the full analysis.

2025 Second Warmest Year; 14 Climate Trends for 2026

Experts confirm 2025 likely tied as second warmest year on record. Bloomberg outlines 14 key climate trends for 2026 as CO2 levels hit new highs. Get the latest climate news for B.C. and beyond.

Decarbonized Oil: Canada's Climate Opportunity

A new federal-provincial agreement could position Canada as a leader in decarbonized fossil fuels through carbon capture, blending climate action with economic strategy. Explore the path to geological net zero.

CleanBC Review: A Mix of Progress and Retreat

A six-month review of BC's CleanBC climate plan offers key recommendations but is criticized for lowering EV targets and failing to halt LNG expansion. Read the analysis.

2025 Fed Minutes to Expose Policy Divisions

The Federal Reserve's final 2025 meeting minutes, due for release, are expected to highlight significant internal divisions over the path for interest rates and inflation control. Discover the key insights for markets.

EU's Carbon Border Tax Seeks Global Influence

The EU's Carbon Border Adjustment Mechanism aims to set a global standard for carbon pricing. As it evolves, its effectiveness in driving worldwide climate policy is under scrutiny.

Feds announce plan to cut methane from oil sector, landfills

The federal government has announced a new regulatory framework to significantly reduce methane emissions from Canada's oil and gas operations and landfills. Learn about the key targets and implications for the environment and industry.

$3.6M for Fall River, N.S. Flood Protection

Federal and municipal governments invest over $3.6 million in flood mitigation for Fall River, Nova Scotia. Learn about the project details and its importance for community resilience.

Net-zero body warns Ottawa of more resignations

Members of Canada's Net-Zero Advisory Body warn the federal government risks further resignations, citing frustrations over policy implementation and influence. Read the full report.

EU's 2035 Combustion-Engine Ban Under Scrutiny

The European Union's landmark 2035 ban on new combustion-engine cars faces potential revisions. Explore the political and economic pressures shaping this critical climate policy.

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