Carbon tax controversy
Federal Conservatives and Liberals are accusing each other of purposely stoking resentment in Western Canada as Stephane Dion prepares to sell his national carbon tax proposal in Calgary, heart of…
Archive for June 28th, 2008
Northern premiers reject carbon tax plan
The three northern premiers have rejected Liberal Leader Stephane Dion’s plan for a national carbon tax, saying it will just add to the already high costs of energy in the region.
Northern premiers reject carbon tax plan
The three northern premiers have rejected Liberal Leader Stephane Dion’s plan for a national carbon tax, saying it will just add to the already high costs of energy in the region.
Say farewell to the Green Zone
Yesterday Metro Vancouver decided to allow land to be taken out of the Green Zone for redevelopment. This was at the bidding of Surrey – but undoubtedly there has been a campaign for some time. The line goes – we support you to take some land out and then you support us. Expect to see [...]
Carbon Cool Challenge
Salt Spring Coffee and the Sierra Club of BC have a competiton on line. Fairly modest prizes (though I could do with a year’s supply of coffee) but matly about raising awareness of what you can do to reduce your carbon footprint. Haver a look and refer your friends
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Environmentalists take attack on Alberta oilsands to U.S. western governors
A coalition of environmental groups has launched another attack on the Alberta oilsands.
Drought-resistant wheat beats Australian heat
Genetically modified wheat offers bigger yields in dry conditions, but will its abilities overcome aversions to the technology?
