Federal election 2011: A checklist for clean energy success

April 1, 2011
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This document outlines the core elements of a strong climate change and energy electoral platform. Throughout the federal campaign, the Pembina Institute will be assessing parties' climate change and energy commitments using the criteria outlined in this document, which are drawn from our research and analysis on these topics.

Our checklist covers: climate change, oilsands, renewable energy, energy efficiency and transportation.

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