Research & Analysis
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November 1, 2021
Publication
How to Lighten the Climate Load
Technology and policy options to decarbonize B.C.’s heaviest trucks![various old Pembina Institute logos](/sites/default/files/styles/thumbnail/public/2024-05/alumni-bio.jpg?itok=CV_sBscF)
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October 25, 2021
Media Release
B.C. climate plan closes gap on 2030 target, unclear on role of gas
Pembina Institute applauds strong policy measures while calling on province to plan for decline in gas![various old Pembina Institute logos](/sites/default/files/styles/thumbnail/public/2024-05/alumni-bio.jpg?itok=CV_sBscF)
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October 20, 2021
Op-ed
B.C. needs clear vision for energy future
Highly anticipated updated climate plan is make-or-break moment for climate success![various old Pembina Institute logos](/sites/default/files/styles/thumbnail/public/2024-05/alumni-bio.jpg?itok=CV_sBscF)
October 19, 2021
Media Release
Investment to capture landfill gas a welcomed ‘made-in-B.C.’ climate solution
Renewable gas is a limited resource that should have targeted uses where electric options aren’t available![various old Pembina Institute logos](/sites/default/files/styles/thumbnail/public/2024-05/alumni-bio.jpg?itok=CV_sBscF)
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August 28, 2021
Publication
Aligning electricity planning with B.C.’s climate and social goals
Recommendations to BC Hydro on the Draft Integrated Resource Plan![various old Pembina Institute logos](/sites/default/files/styles/thumbnail/public/2024-05/alumni-bio.jpg?itok=CV_sBscF)
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August 19, 2021
Publication
Metro Vancouver 2021 Clean Air Plan: for Climate and Health
Pembina Institute comments and recommendations![various old Pembina Institute logos](/sites/default/files/styles/thumbnail/public/2024-05/alumni-bio.jpg?itok=CV_sBscF)
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Remote Communities
August 11, 2021
Publication
First Nation leadership in British Columbia’s renewable energy future
Finding a path forward![various old Pembina Institute logos](/sites/default/files/styles/thumbnail/public/2024-05/alumni-bio.jpg?itok=CV_sBscF)
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August 11, 2021
Media Release
New report shows Indigenous clean energy projects are key to meeting B.C.’s climate targets
But British Columbia’s energy policies are a deterrent to advancing Indigenous-led renewables despite climate action mandate![various old Pembina Institute logos](/sites/default/files/styles/thumbnail/public/2024-05/alumni-bio.jpg?itok=CV_sBscF)
July 15, 2021
Media Release
Heat waves fuel urgency to retrofit homes and buildings
Pembina Institute report finds building retrofits could create 200,000 jobs, generate $48 billion in economic development, and slash carbon emissions![various old Pembina Institute logos](/sites/default/files/styles/thumbnail/public/2024-05/alumni-bio.jpg?itok=CV_sBscF)
July 6, 2021
Media Release
B.C.’s hydrogen strategy misses opportunity to prioritize green hydrogen
Province could maximize climate opportunity by prioritizing lowest-carbon hydrogen production: Pembina Institute![various old Pembina Institute logos](/sites/default/files/styles/thumbnail/public/2024-05/alumni-bio.jpg?itok=CV_sBscF)
May 26, 2021
Media Release
Demonstration projects to make existing homes safer, more energy-efficient, less polluting
Pembina Institute joins BC Housing, Metro Vancouver Housing Corporation, City of Vancouver, BC Non-Profit Housing Association to issue request for proposals![Portrait of Betsy Agar](/sites/default/files/styles/thumbnail/public/2024-05/betsy-24.jpg?itok=5thxvND3)
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April 28, 2021
Publication
A guide to electrifying urban delivery fleets in Canadian cities
Why and how last-mile delivery companies should make the switch to electric vehicles![various old Pembina Institute logos](/sites/default/files/styles/thumbnail/public/2024-05/alumni-bio.jpg?itok=CV_sBscF)
April 20, 2021
Media Release
B.C. budget takes small steps toward clean economy goals
Pembina Institute highlights opportunities to align investments with B.C.’s 2030 carbon reduction commitment![various old Pembina Institute logos](/sites/default/files/styles/thumbnail/public/2024-05/alumni-bio.jpg?itok=CV_sBscF)