The surge in energy prices forced the continent to revert to coal, a power source that emits 50 per cent more greenhouse gas than natural gas.
natural gas development
The pursuit of a rapid energy transition is causing massive environmental degradation.
Within the energy basket, oil is by far the largest earner.
Atlantic Canada has the potential to alleviate Europe’s natural gas shortfall while generating investment and jobs here at home.
Last year, more than 20 per cent of the country’s exports came from energy.
Despite support from local politicians and First Nations groups, Andrew Weaver is digging in his heels on LNG.
Rational reactions to climate change are undermined by the endless parade of doom-mongers.
BCs governing Liberals presented a Throne Speech recently that included an unexpected announcement: the creation of a BC Prosperity Fund similar in concept to Albertas Heritage Fund. BCs fund is meant to capitalize on the future opportunities from natural gas development. If done correctly, the Prosperity Fund could be a huge benefit to both current and future British Columbians. As with many things though, the devil is in the details.