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For a more sustainable future
This CCPA BC project aims to develop policy solutions that will enable B.C. to dramatically reduce greenhouse gas emissions and adapt to climate change, in a way that is fair and that benefits all members of society. It is a partnership between the CCPA and the University of British Columbia.
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Government claims of LNG jobs grossly overstated, not supported by companies’ own numbers
CLICK HERE TO VIEW THE FULL REPORT (Vancouver) A new report from the Canadian Centre for Policy Alternatives offers a reality check on government claims…
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LNG and Employment in BC
Download 576.93 KB12 pages This brief examines the BC government’s claim that 100,000 jobs will be created from liquefied natural gas (LNG) projects in this…
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A Clear Look at BC LNG
Energy security, environmental implications and economic potential Download 3.52 MB50 pages Liquefied natural gas (LNG) exports from the west coast of Canada have been heralded…
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Infographic: BC government has big dreams for fracking and LNG exports
Read the news release here.
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BC government plans for LNG exports require extensive impact on water, land, climate; jeopardize energy security: major new study
READ THE FULL REPORT HERE. Vancouver – As the BC and federal governments continue to push for LNG (liquefied natural gas) development and export, a…
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Innovative Approaches to Low-Carbon Urban Systems
A Case Study of Vancouver’s Neighbourhood Energy Utility Download 546.93 KB27 pages We know that we don’t want to invest in more fossil fuel infrastructure,…
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Climate change means new deal needed for resource workers: study
(Vancouver) Today the Canadian Centre for Policy Alternatives (CCPA) released a study that examines what transition away from fossil fuels means for workers—and their families…
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Making a Just Transition
The steady stream of bad news from Alberta’s oil patch is a potent reminder of the boom-and-bust nature of being a resource commodity exporter. It’s…
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Preparing BC for Climate Migration
Download 2.62 MB 27 pages This paper examines often-ignored questions of climate justice: given Canada’s historical and ongoing contribution to global warming, what is our…
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Canada and BC unprepared for climate-based migration: CCPA study
Paper explores issues that must be addressed in anticipation of climate migrants READ THE FULL REPORT HERE. Vancouver – A paper released today by the…
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Time for BC to start preparing for climate migration: A question of justice
The world is already witnessing severe impacts of climate change on lives and livelihoods. Global damage from climate change and fossil fuel development was estimated…
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