New data from Environment and Climate Change Canada indicates that the country is unlikely to meet its legally binding climate target of a 40 to 45 percent reduction in greenhouse gas emissions by 2030. Current measures project only a 21 percent reduction, potentially rising to 28 percent with additional policies. Prime Minister Mark Carney’s recent changes to the climate plan have worsened projections compared to previous administrations. This report highlights the urgent need for immediate policy action as Canada approaches the Paris Agreement’s goals.
