The Government of Canada has released a comprehensive strategy titled Canada’s 2030 Emissions Reduction Plan: A Roadmap for Clean Air and a Strong Economy. This plan aims to tackle climate change and support a resilient, sustainable economy for future generations.
Goal: Cut emissions 40–45% below 2005 levels by 2030 and reach net-zero emissions by 2050.
Key Investments & Actions
- Total new investments: $9.1 billion
- Buildings: $150M for Green Buildings Strategy, $458.5M for Greener Homes Loan Program
- Transportation: $400M for 50,000 EV chargers, $1.7B for EV incentives, ZEV sales mandates (20% by 2026, 60% by 2030, 100% by 2035)
- Oil & Gas: Emissions cut to 31% below 2005 levels; 75% methane reduction goal
- Electricity: $600M for Smart Renewables & Electrification
- Industry: Carbon capture strategy + investment tax credits
- Nature: $780M for wetlands and nature-based climate solutions
- Agriculture: $470M for sustainable farming + $330M for clean technology
Expected Benefits
- Up to 400,000 new clean economy jobs by 2030
- Improved affordability (e.g. Climate Action Incentive payments)
- Cleaner air, better health, more access to nature
- Support for marginalized communities
- Stronger GDP from green investments
This roadmap is the first under the Canadian Net-Zero Emissions Accountability Act, with progress reports due in 2023, 2025, and 2027. Informed by over 30,000 Canadians, it represents a nationwide commitment to climate action and economic opportunity.
Canada is moving boldly toward a clean, prosperous, and equitable future. 🌱
