Green Future
Industrial strategy seen as way to save environmentAn industrial strategy represents the best opportunity to make the shift to the zero carbon economy needed to avoid the risks and disruptions expected as climate change gets worse. That’s the conclusion of environmental campaigner Andrew Simms in an op-ed in the Guardian this week. |
Research Outlines Economic and Environmental Benefits of Producing Steel in CanadaA recently released research paper from the United Steelworkers (USW), The Case for Canada’s Steel Industry, raises a couple of concerns that need to be part of any decision around supporting the steel industry in Canada. |
"One Million Climate Jobs" Plan Delivers Growth While Protecting the EnvironmentAs the Green Economy Network’s proposal for one million climate jobs shows, it is possible to take action on the economy and climate change at the same time. |
New study shows potential impact of tackling climate changeA new study, from economists at University College London shows the impact dealing with climate change could have on Canada and other countries. |
Federal inaction on green economy has consequencesA recent article from Blue Green Canada warned that the failure of the federal government to encourage a transition to a green economy will have consequences. One estimate suggested that low carbon goods and services could mean 400,000 jobs. |