December 12, 2024 – The Canadian federal government announced its 2035 climate target: a reduction of 45-50% greenhouse gas emissions below 2005 levels. According to Climate Action Network Canada’s analysis, Canada’s fair share of the global effort to limit temperature rise to 1.5°C would require domestic emissions reductions of 80% below 2005 levels by 2035. 350.org is gravely concerned over how the goal falls far short of what experts have warned is necessary to prevent even more devastating impacts of the climate crisis, and for Canada to exert real climate leadership as a rich, historic polluter.
Amara Possian, 350.org Canada Team Lead says:
“This target is a slap in the face to Canadians who are already living through devastating climate disasters. It not only falls short of the ambition required to address the climate crisis and meet our national and global obligations, but disregards scientific consensus and recommendations, as well as side steps Canada’s fair share of the global effort as a rich, historic polluter.
We need leadership that rises to this moment–not one that sides with fossil fuel industries that are continuing to torch our planet for profit. Canada remains hostage to an outdated oil-driven agenda that clings to the energy past, when the future demands bold action and leadership on climate. Instead, it must lead with a vision for a resilient, equitable, and diversified economy powered by clean energy.”
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