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British Columbia

BC Energy Plan

The BC Energy Plan sets the foundation for a future of electricity self-sufficiency, job creation and reduced GHG emissions. The province will require that all new electricity developments are zero net greenhouse gas (GHG) emissions which will stimulate investments in clean, renewable energy sources across the province. The Plan aims to put British Columbia at the forefront of clean, alternative energy use and generation. Read more >

Climate Action Plan

This plan outlines the strategies and initiatives that are required to create a new green economy for the province. It addresses many of the challenges and opportunities that exist as a result of the aggressive greenhouse gas reductions targets that it has set. The plan highlights targeted actions in all sectors of the BC economy and sets the course for a transition to a low carbon economy. Read more >

Greenhouse Gas Reduction Targets Act

This piece of legislation is a major step forward in mitigating the impacts of climate change as it makes provincial greenhouse gas (GHG) reduction targets legally binding. The act puts into law GHG reduction targets of at least 33 per cent below 2007 levels by 2020 and an 80 per cent reduction below 2007 levels by 2050. Read more >

Public Sector Carbon Neutral Action Reports

Under the Greenhouse Gas Reduction Targets Act, all public sector organizations are required to report out annually on their plans and actions taken to reduce GHG emissions. Public sector reports for 2009 and 2010 are publicly available. Read more >