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11 articles from CBC - Technology & Science News
As he pushes for global carbon tax, Trudeau admits it was an uphill battle in Canada
The obstacles and opposition to introducing a carbon tax in Canada underscore how difficult it will be to find enough support for a global carbon pricing system, Prime Minister Justin Trudeau told world leaders gathered for the COP26 global climate...
Canada has pledged to reduce methane emissions — here are some ways to get there
The COP26 climate summit has made it clear that reducing methane emissions is a key priority for policymakers. Here's a look at what's happening in Canada on that front.
Biden launching wide-ranging plan to reduce global methane emissions
The Biden administration on Tuesday launched a wide-ranging plan to reduce methane emissions, targeting a potent greenhouse gas that contributes significantly to global warming and packs a stronger short-term punch than even carbon...
Trudeau calls for global carbon tax at COP26 summit
Prime Minister Justin Trudeau urged all countries of the world to agree to some sort of global price on carbon, a measure he says will dramatically curb the use of fossil fuels and level the playing field for countries like Canada that already impose a levy on...
Calgary's new mayor wants to declare a climate emergency. What could it mean for Canada's energy capital?
Jyoti Gondek may have raised a few eyebrows when she said her first order of business as Calgary's new mayor would be to declare a climate emergency in the...
Indoor farming could improve B.C. food security amid climate change
Advocates for indoor farming say it could significantly reduce water and pesticide use, shorten shipping routes, limit food waste, and allow certain crops to be grown in new places...
Energy efficiency rebate program in N.W.T. sees 'massive' spike in interest, runs out of money
A rebate program that helps N.W.T. residents pay for energy-efficient appliances saw a "massive increase" in applications in the first year of the pandemic. Mark Heyck, the executive director of the Arctic Energy Alliance, said the incentive program distributed $540,000 in rebates in...
Archeology crew hopes to inspire more Mi'kmaw youth to join the field
Robert Labradore from the Glooscap First Nation spoke at his old high school about his career.
Trudeau, Biden and their apparent love-hate relationship with oil
U.S. President Joe Biden wants more oil to provide relief at the pumps, while for Prime Minister Justin Trudeau, the oilpatch is one of Canada's top exports. Both leaders are attempting to balance those economic realities with the need to reduce...
Small island nations want largest emitters to pay for catastrophic effects of climate change
While all eyes are on the big players at COP26, the leaders of two small island states are hoping to make history.
More than 100 world leaders promise to end deforestation
More than 100 global leaders have pledged to halt and reverse deforestation and land degradation by the end of the decade, underpinned by $19 billion US in public and private funds to invest in protecting and restoring...