Carbon pricing has no downside, so why are we still arguing about it?
Two new reports from the Clean Economy Alliance lend even more support to the growing evidence from economists and scientists that carbon pricing…Read More
Search Results for: 2018
Volkswagen emissions scandal
The Problem: In 2015, Volkswagen (VW) and its subsidiary brands, including Audi and Porsche, was caught selling millions of diesel vehicles with an emissions…Read More
Ottawa considers strengthening Canada’s main toxics law
When it comes to protecting Canadians’ health and the environment from toxics, the Canadian Environmental Protection Act (CEPA) is a key tool. This law…Read More
Canada forges strong G7 climate outcomes, but leaves out fossil fuel subsidies
As the 2018 Chair of the G7 group of developed economies, last weekend’s summit in Quebec was a big opportunity for Canada to demonstrate…Read More
Algae, caused by climate change, is causing climate change
What does algae have to do with climate change? And nuclear power, you ask? Good questions! Here’s the scoop: Algae has become the…Read More
Major bans on single-use plastics across the EU. Up next: Canada…
Finally, some good news! On Wednesday, the European Parliament voted overwhelmingly in favour of a sweeping new plan to deal with plastics across the…Read More
Canada passes first-ever emissions regulations for oil and gas companies
This is a big deal. For the first time in Canadian history, oil and gas companies will be regulated for their carbon emissions….Read More
Asbestos found in Claire’s makeup – another reason why action is needed to protect Canadians from toxics
Last week, Claire’s, an international retailer of teen accessories and cosmetics, recalled nine makeup kits (including eye shadow and blush) after a lab found…Read More
Vers un Canada sans déchets plastiques
Vers un Canada sans déchets plastiques Au Canada, près de 90 pour cent des plastiques se retrouvent dans des incinérateurs ou dans nos décharges,…Read More
Filing your taxes? Don’t forget $234 for Big Oil
[Editor’s note, December 2018: Thanks for checking out our Best of 2018! If you’re a regular Environmental Defence reader, you’ve probably seen that there’s…Read More