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FINDING SUSTAINABLE PATHWAYS

OUR PROCESS

Our process helps Canada achieve sustainable development solutions that integrate environmental and economic considerations to ensure the lasting prosperity and well-being of our nation.

RESEARCH

We rigorously research and conduct high quality analysis on issues of sustainable development. Our thinking is original and thought provoking.

CONVENE

We convene opinion leaders and experts from across Canada around our table to share their knowledge and diverse perspectives. We stimulate debate and integrate polarities. We create a context for possibilities to emerge.

ADVISE

We generate ideas and provide realistic solutions to advise governments, Parliament and Canadians. We proceed with resolve and optimism to bring Canada’s economy and environment closer together.

Greenhouse Gas Emissions from Urban Transportation: Backgrounder

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RELEASED 1998

 
Greenhouse Gas Emissions from Urban Transportation explores the debate that exists regarding the problems and potential solutions related to Canada's current and projected trends in urban transportation greenhouse gas (GHG) emissions and its relation to Canada's Kyoto commitment. If Canada is to make significant progress towards meeting the Kyoto commitment (reduction of GHG emissions to 6% below 1990 levels in the 2008 to 2012 period) transportation emissions must become a priority.The report examines 11 types of initiatives that can be taken to reduce CO2 emissions from urban transportation including fuel taxes, corporate average fuel efficiency/consumption (CAFE/CAFC) standards, fuel efficiency fees/rebates, and enhanced transit and urban design.