Thread by @jvipondmd

Another emissions cap story from the @calgaryherald
a short dissection

“I would say (the cap) is singularly unhelpful in advancing decarbonization investment of any kind, including the Pathways project."

Sounds like blackmail,actually. 1/

calgaryherald.com/opinion/column…

At least @ChrisVarcoe mentioned the climate crisis concerns this time.
"The oil and gas industry is the largest emitting sector in Canada. The Liberal government has introduced a series of policies as concerns around climate change mount" 2/

But this is sloppy and "news release" journalism:
"CAPP noted emissions from the conventional oil and gas sector fell by 24 per cent, while production grew by 21 per cent between 2012 and 2021."

Neglecting oilsands emissions in its entirety. 3/

"@trevortombe said it’s clear the effect will be significant, hitting one region of the country much harder than the rest."
Well yeah. Because we have the industry with the highest amt of GHG emissions. That continues to grow. With no check on it. and no interest in doing so. t/

which is exactly why we need an emissions cap.

The math is hard. But essential.
calgaryherald.com/opinion/column…

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