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INC-4: Plastics talks in Ottawa end on a disappointing note under compromised Canadian leadership
Late on Monday night, the fourth session of the Intergovernmental Negotiating Committee (INC-4) for a Global Plastics Treaty ended with world governments failing to agree on the inclusion of any reference to plastic production or polymers in intersessional work, despite strong support by various countries, scientists and civil society groups. While Canada supported in principle…
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As political parties enter election-mode, let’s keep talking about climate action
What happened when a Greenpeace activist showed up with a climate action banner at a Conservative ‘Axe the Carbon Tax’ rally? I’m here to fill you in!
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UNEA-6: Member States Urged to Uphold Ambition in Plastics Treaty Negotiation
As the 6th session of the United Nations Environment Assembly (UNEA-6) concludes, Greenpeace renews calls for member states to push for an ambitious Global Plastics Treaty.
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Lobbying against Nature: Greenpeace Canada investigation reveals united industry front pushing for offsets
A new investigation released today by Greenpeace Canada reveals a united industry front pushing for federal offset policies that would allow them to pay-to-pollute, instead of urgently needed measures like strong nature protections and absolute emissions reductions.
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Resolution: Justice. Setting intentions for the world we want
January, 2024. By now, the average person has made a brief (or lengthy) list of goals they’d like to achieve for themselves this year. This is no uncommon phenomenon, and…
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Deeply Insufficient Yet Historic COP Outcome: Greenpeace Canada Reaction
In reaction to the final outcome of the 28th Conference of the Parties to the UN Framework Convention on Climate Change (COP28), Greenpeace said:
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How to Reduce Holiday Waste: 50+ Eco-friendly Tips
The Holidays have become the most wasteful time of the year. Instead of a mounting pile of garbage and cheap things we don’t need, let’s celebrate the Holidays with our loved ones more intentionally. Explore the Low Waste Holiday guide below!
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Reaction to the Federal Court overturning Canada’s single-use plastic ban
The Federal Court today overturned Canada’s single-use plastic ban.
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Free heat pumps to cool our overheated planet and politics
The Trudeau government is being attacked from all sides over its decision to remove the carbon tax from home heating oil. Fortunately, there is a way forward that addresses the affordability and climate crises: offer free heat pumps and insulation upgrades for anyone who wants them, paid for by a tax on excess oil company…
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Alberta Securities Commission reviewing Greenpeace complaint of inadequate disclosure of climate risk by Suncor
The Alberta Securities Commission has agreed to review a complaint from Greenpeace Canada alleging incomplete disclosure of climate-related risks by Suncor Energy.
