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Agricultural trade appears unaffected by BC carbon tax

BC's carbon tax does not appear to have had a measurable impact on international agricultural trade, despite concerns it would greatly reduce the BC industry’s competitiveness.

Can biochar slash BC's GHG emissions and offer new lucrative markets?

A renewable fuel called biochar could substitute for all coal and some natural gas burned in BC resulting in as much as a 22 per cent reduction in provincial greenhouse gas emission

British Columbia should prepare for a different climate future

The findings from the IPCC AR5 report re-affirms the science behind the human-caused climate change we have already seen and what we can expect in future.

New tool to assess bioenergy potential from BC wildlife prevention work

A new online tool will help rural communities in British Columbia determine if debris left by local wildfire prevention work can provide a sustainable – and economically beneficial - source of fuel for clean energy production.

Climate change compounds problems for stressed BC agriculture sect or

Climate change will make it even harder to put locally sourced food on our tables if steps are not taken to strengthen the BC agriculture sector.

Reducing carbon footprints puts fast money into the pockets of small business

New research shows that British Columbia businesses that reduce their carbon footprint not only lower their annual operating costs but also typically pay off the investment required within a few years.

District Energy Systems can reduce carbon, save money—but only if well-regulated

Is centralized heating an effective way for BC communities to reduce greenhouse gases?

Report urges a coordinated approach to renewable energy development in BC

Impending expansion of renewable energy projects in BC will require a concerted effort by the province to protect both ecosystems and public interests, according to a report from the Pacific Institute for Climate Solutions (PICS).

Report urges more action to prepare BC for uncertain food future

British Columbians should not assume that food supplies will continue to be easily accessible in future, and more steps should be taken to improve food security as climate change and other pressures evolve.

Study suggests next step for BC's pioneering carbon neutral public sector

British Columbia’s pioneering move to create North America’s first carbon neutral public sector comes under the spotlight today, with the release of new research from the Pacific Institute for Climate Solutions (PICS).

Report reveals gaps in BC's electricity export policy framework

If British Columbia ramps up production to become a major electricity exporter there is no guarantee the province will gain new market access.

BC too late to use local content rules for developing wind power

Developments in international trade policy have practically eliminated British Columbia’s ability to use local content policies to develop its wind energy sector.

Tough business environment for BC's emerging cleantech sector

Cleantech companies in British Columbia (BC) are struggling to secure the venture capital financing they need to develop, despite the province’s desire to be a leader in the emerging world “green economy.”

Shale gas development and climate targets: can they be reconciled?

The potential rise in emissions from shale gas development in B.C. will make it extremely difficult for the province to achieve its CO2 reduction targets.

New research gives green light to electrifying BC's vehicle fleet

British Columbia has sufficient under-utilized generation capacity in its electrical grid to support the introduction of more than two million plug-in electrified vehicles, enough to eventually replace nearly every registered vehicle in the province.

B.C to fund world-leading climate research

VANCOUVER – The Province will seek legislative approval for $94.5 million to create the Pacific Institute for Climate Solutions, which will bring together top scientists, researchers, governments and the private sector to develop innovative climate change adaptation and mitigatio

B.C. founds cutting edge climate solutions institute

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