What can be done in Canada about climate change?
The only way to slow global warming is to reduce our reliance on burning fossil fuels. The government of Canada has released a discussion paper that identifies the options being considered to meet the Kyoto targets. One option is to reduce carbon dioxide and other greenhouse gas emissions in Canada by targeting all sources. This would be done through incentives, covenants, and regulations in co-operation with federal, provincial and municipal governments. The proposals are a sector-by-sector catalogue of how to reduce carbon dioxide and other greenhouse gases in Canada : Transportation: • Improve new vehicle fuel efficiency; • Require more gasoline in Canada to contain 10 per cent ethanol; • Invest in public transit; • Increase parking fees, introduce tolls and enforce speed limits; • Encourage alternative fuels, anti-idling technology and replacement of older vehicles in the goods transport industry; • Encourage production of bio-diesel fuel; • Provide energy efficiency rebates for li
• Climate ChangeRead the latest news & explore our resources. Learn how you can help! www.earthshare.org • Climate Change IssuesDiscussing Global Social Issues & Financing Change. Learn More Today! www.PhilanthropyForum.org • Polar Bear PledgeJoin us to help the fight to protect all endangered species! www.StopExtinction.org • Climate Change SolutionsSustainable planet initiatives Apply for Skoll grant: March 3 2009 www.SocialEdge.org/Skoll/Climate • Climate ChangeFree Online Access to New Research on Climate Change www.NationalAcademies.org • Global WarmingFacts, dangers, science, and myths. Plus how YOU can make a difference! www.edf.
