Feb. 2016 - BCSEA Monthly - Climate Leadership Plan Round 3

Details: Published on Thursday, 11 February 2016 15:00; Written by editor

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Your Turn to Speak up on Climate Change – Third Time Lucky

Last August, we urgently appealed to you, our members, to show the government your support for effective action on climate change. The B.C. government had called for public comments on what should be in an updated B.C. Climate Leadership Plan (“CLP”), and the upcoming UN Conference on Climate Change in Paris (“COP 21”) created the expectation (since confirmed) of a growing global consensus that all the world needs to act urgently to minimize harmful climate change.

Then in December, we appealed to you again. The government had sought advice from a Climate... Leadership Team made up of business, academic, municipal government and environmental leaders, and this team had published 32 recommendations for a strong climate action plan. BCSEA endorsed the recommendations and urged our members to do so, too.

Now, once again, we urge you to speak up. The government has circulated a Consultation Guide for Building B.C.’s Climate Leadership Plan, asking for public comments until March 25th.

Never mind that the Consultation Guide gives little new information or indication of the government’s thinking (if you want to read something, read the Climate Leadership Team’s report instead). Never mind that no town hall meetings are scheduled to discuss options. The government is asking for “your thoughts on the most important actions we can take to lower greenhouse gas emissions and take advantage of the low carbon economy of the future.”

Now is your chance to speak up and have a say in the direction of B.C.’s energy future. To find out how, read the full article here.

SAVE THE DATE: BCSEA and Clean Energy Canada invite you to join the first of BCSEA’s 2016 Webinars on March 15th, where we will be discussing the Climate Leadership Plan. More details coming soon!

BCSEA Joins the Energy Forum

BCSEA is proud to join Clean Energy Canada, Pembina Institute, Clean Energy BC and more as a member of the Energy Forum: An Industry NGO Collaboration. To read more about this amazing union click here.

Victoria Chapter Kicks Off 2016

Victoria-based BCSEA members gathered January 7th for the Victoria Chapter AGM to discuss the past year, meet the 2016 steering committee, and hear a talk by Kai Nagata, Communications Director at Dogwood Initiative, on the importance of having power and choice in order for people to make changes towards the future they desire. Later in the month, the chapter hosted a book launch for Guy Dauncey’s new work of fiction, ‘Journey to the Future: A Better World is Possible’. The event was hosted by former CBC “All Points West” host Joanne Roberts. Read more about the event here.

From the Blog

Electricity is in the air, and on the roads.

Electric vehicles (EVs) are a hot topic in B.C. and BCSEA is proud to provide information on the next step in low-carbon transportation. Whether you’re concerned about the quality of an electric vehicle, or wondering if the infrastructure exists to support the purchase of an EV, take a read through our article and put your questions to rest. Read More

In the News

Electric scooter sharing service to launch in Vancouver this summer. Read Article
BCSEA business members Rob Baxter of Vancouver Renewable Energy and Mark Tizya of Novo Solar weigh in on the changes to solar panel installation permits. Read Article
The B.C. government is seeking the public's input on the next B.C. climate plan, over the coming two months. Time to give your thoughts! Read Article
B.C.’s demand for CEVs has ‘burned’ through its $6.64 million CEV incentive fund, long before its predicted 2018 date. Read Article

BCSEA Featured Member

Alternate Power Systems of Canada (APS) offers its customers a variety of power solutions for home, business, cottage and RVs. If you are looking to be completely off-grid and self-sufficient, or on a grid tie-system, APS will make your system completely compatible with your existing home wiring and/or generators.

To learn more about this month’s featured member, visit their website.