Liquefied Natural Gas and Carbon Pollution in B.C.

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October 3, 2014
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Matt Horne
Former Associate Regional Director, British Columbia
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British Columbia intends to introduce new carbon pollution rules for liquefied natural gas (LNG) projects proposed in the province. This backgrounder reviews the sources of carbon pollution from LNG and shale gas development, the opportunities to reduce those emissions, as well as current and emerging climate policies in B.C.

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Matt Horne
Former Associate Regional Director, British Columbia

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