Canada proposes emissions cap on oil and gas sector
Ottawa (AFP) Nov 4, 2024
Canada proposed Monday establishing what it said would be one of the world's first greenhouse gas emissions cap-and-trade system for the oil and gas sector aimed at slashing pollution. The goal of the system, which would be phased in over several years, would be to reduce emissions to 27 percent below 2026 levels or 35 percent below 2019 levels. The Canadian sector is among the top four
Canada proposed Monday establishing what it said would be one of the world's first greenhouse gas emissions cap-and-trade system for the oil and gas sector aimed at slashing pollution. The goal of the system, which would be phased in over several years, would be to reduce emissions to 27 percent below 2026 levels or 35 percent below 2019 levels. The Canadian sector is among the top four