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A new #COP30 report shows the world could avoid nearly 1°C of warming—if countries deliver on three key promises:
➡️️ Scale up renewable energy
➡️️ Boost energy efficiency
➡️ Enforce strong methane regulations
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➡️️ Scale up renewable energy
➡️️ Boost energy efficiency
➡️ Enforce strong methane regulations
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Keeping promises on renewables, energy efficiency and methane ‘would avoid nearly 1C of global heating’
Analysis published at Cop30 summit shows adhering to pledges offers world hope of avoiding climate breakdown
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November 24, 2025 at 8:00 PM
A new #COP30 report shows the world could avoid nearly 1°C of warming—if countries deliver on three key promises:
➡️️ Scale up renewable energy
➡️️ Boost energy efficiency
➡️ Enforce strong methane regulations
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➡️️ Scale up renewable energy
➡️️ Boost energy efficiency
➡️ Enforce strong methane regulations
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With the new federal budget, priorities are clear — and climate policy can deliver on them.
This creates a major opportunity to use climate action as a lever to deliver on the issues Canadians care about most.
Read the article👇
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This creates a major opportunity to use climate action as a lever to deliver on the issues Canadians care about most.
Read the article👇
www.pembina.org/blog/climate...
Climate as a lever to deliver on emerging Canadian priorities | Pembina Institute
With the ballooning cost of living, economic uncertainty, a stressed healthcare system, and international trade tensions, Canadians are managing more than ever. To back this up, a July 2025 Abacus…
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November 24, 2025 at 3:00 PM
With the new federal budget, priorities are clear — and climate policy can deliver on them.
This creates a major opportunity to use climate action as a lever to deliver on the issues Canadians care about most.
Read the article👇
www.pembina.org/blog/climate...
This creates a major opportunity to use climate action as a lever to deliver on the issues Canadians care about most.
Read the article👇
www.pembina.org/blog/climate...
💰 Rural Alberta earned $70M in tax revenue from wind & solar in 2025 — funding roads, emergency services & recreation.
But a provincial moratorium has stalled future growth, costing municipalities $84M/year in lost revenue.
🧾Your weekend read ⬇️
But a provincial moratorium has stalled future growth, costing municipalities $84M/year in lost revenue.
🧾Your weekend read ⬇️
Rural Alberta's $70-million question: Will renewable energy revenue keep growing?
Rural Alberta's $70 million question: Will renewable energy revenue keep growing?
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November 23, 2025 at 7:01 PM
💰 Rural Alberta earned $70M in tax revenue from wind & solar in 2025 — funding roads, emergency services & recreation.
But a provincial moratorium has stalled future growth, costing municipalities $84M/year in lost revenue.
🧾Your weekend read ⬇️
But a provincial moratorium has stalled future growth, costing municipalities $84M/year in lost revenue.
🧾Your weekend read ⬇️
Manitoba is choosing new gas plants to meet its energy needs. Wind, solar and batteries could close the gap instead.
@climateactionmb.bsky.social have a roadmap for Manitoba’s clean energy future⬇️
@climateactionmb.bsky.social have a roadmap for Manitoba’s clean energy future⬇️
The Immense Potential of Wind, Solar, and Storage in Manitoba - Climate Action Team Manitoba
By James Wilt, Policy Development Manager
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November 23, 2025 at 5:04 PM
Manitoba is choosing new gas plants to meet its energy needs. Wind, solar and batteries could close the gap instead.
@climateactionmb.bsky.social have a roadmap for Manitoba’s clean energy future⬇️
@climateactionmb.bsky.social have a roadmap for Manitoba’s clean energy future⬇️
Well done, Ontario!⚡ Utilities and customers are saving energy together — cutting costs, creating jobs, and building a reliable grid.
💡Ontario is expanding energy savings programs to include efficient appliances — helping families cut costs and the province conserve power.
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💡Ontario is expanding energy savings programs to include efficient appliances — helping families cut costs and the province conserve power.
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November 21, 2025 at 7:00 PM
Well done, Ontario!⚡ Utilities and customers are saving energy together — cutting costs, creating jobs, and building a reliable grid.
💡Ontario is expanding energy savings programs to include efficient appliances — helping families cut costs and the province conserve power.
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💡Ontario is expanding energy savings programs to include efficient appliances — helping families cut costs and the province conserve power.
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Methane is a powerful greenhouse gas—but cutting emissions is low-cost and high-impact.
Our new report shows how Canada’s draft regulations can maintain leadership and unlock economic benefits.
👉 www.pembina.org/pub/meeting-...
Our new report shows how Canada’s draft regulations can maintain leadership and unlock economic benefits.
👉 www.pembina.org/pub/meeting-...
November 21, 2025 at 4:03 PM
Methane is a powerful greenhouse gas—but cutting emissions is low-cost and high-impact.
Our new report shows how Canada’s draft regulations can maintain leadership and unlock economic benefits.
👉 www.pembina.org/pub/meeting-...
Our new report shows how Canada’s draft regulations can maintain leadership and unlock economic benefits.
👉 www.pembina.org/pub/meeting-...
Canada can’t afford to stall on EVs. The world is moving forward with clear targets and bold action.
Recalibration is sometimes necessary, but B.C.’s leadership matters. This is the moment to maintain ambition, not ease off.
It’s time for strong federal leadership.
Learn more ➡️
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Recalibration is sometimes necessary, but B.C.’s leadership matters. This is the moment to maintain ambition, not ease off.
It’s time for strong federal leadership.
Learn more ➡️
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November 20, 2025 at 8:00 PM
Canada can’t afford to stall on EVs. The world is moving forward with clear targets and bold action.
Recalibration is sometimes necessary, but B.C.’s leadership matters. This is the moment to maintain ambition, not ease off.
It’s time for strong federal leadership.
Learn more ➡️
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Recalibration is sometimes necessary, but B.C.’s leadership matters. This is the moment to maintain ambition, not ease off.
It’s time for strong federal leadership.
Learn more ➡️
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The Iqaluit Nukkiksautiit Project is Nunavut’s largest renewable energy project—transforming a territory almost 100% reliant on diesel.
This will be a major step forward for Nunavut’s energy system—showing what’s possible when strong policy meets ambitious Indigenous leadership.
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This will be a major step forward for Nunavut’s energy system—showing what’s possible when strong policy meets ambitious Indigenous leadership.
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The Iqaluit Nukkiksautiit Project is transformative for Nunavut | Pembina Institute
Last week, the federal government announced that the Iqaluit Nukkiksautiit Project will be fast-tracked through the major projects office, meaning it will be advanced as a project of national…
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November 20, 2025 at 5:00 PM
The Iqaluit Nukkiksautiit Project is Nunavut’s largest renewable energy project—transforming a territory almost 100% reliant on diesel.
This will be a major step forward for Nunavut’s energy system—showing what’s possible when strong policy meets ambitious Indigenous leadership.
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This will be a major step forward for Nunavut’s energy system—showing what’s possible when strong policy meets ambitious Indigenous leadership.
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B.C. is investing in its workforce for a low-carbon future. $241M will create real opportunities for British Columbians and keep major projects moving on schedule.
November 20, 2025 at 3:00 PM
B.C. is investing in its workforce for a low-carbon future. $241M will create real opportunities for British Columbians and keep major projects moving on schedule.
In a world demanding low-carbon energy, an oil pipeline is a risky multi-billion-dollar, multi-decade gamble.
And without strengthened industrial carbon pricing, a new pipeline would continue to increase oilsands emissions — even with the Pathways carbon capture project.
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And without strengthened industrial carbon pricing, a new pipeline would continue to increase oilsands emissions — even with the Pathways carbon capture project.
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November 20, 2025 at 12:00 AM
In a world demanding low-carbon energy, an oil pipeline is a risky multi-billion-dollar, multi-decade gamble.
And without strengthened industrial carbon pricing, a new pipeline would continue to increase oilsands emissions — even with the Pathways carbon capture project.
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And without strengthened industrial carbon pricing, a new pipeline would continue to increase oilsands emissions — even with the Pathways carbon capture project.
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Ontario faces rising electricity demand. But the current plan focuses on natural gas and nuclear — two of the most expensive options.
Wind and solar, on the other hand, are affordable, reliable, and scalable.
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Wind and solar, on the other hand, are affordable, reliable, and scalable.
Learn what wind and solar can offer Ontario’s energy future ➡️ buff.ly/fre7Uix
November 19, 2025 at 4:30 PM
Ontario faces rising electricity demand. But the current plan focuses on natural gas and nuclear — two of the most expensive options.
Wind and solar, on the other hand, are affordable, reliable, and scalable.
Learn what wind and solar can offer Ontario’s energy future ➡️ buff.ly/fre7Uix
Wind and solar, on the other hand, are affordable, reliable, and scalable.
Learn what wind and solar can offer Ontario’s energy future ➡️ buff.ly/fre7Uix
📢 Join our Director of Transportation, Adam Thorn, at The Clean Economy Bridge Conference.
He will be speaking on a panel about how to build the workforce for the future of #ElectricVehicles.
📅 Friday, November 21
📍 Toronto, ON
➡️ Register: cleaneconomybridge.org/ev_registrat...
He will be speaking on a panel about how to build the workforce for the future of #ElectricVehicles.
📅 Friday, November 21
📍 Toronto, ON
➡️ Register: cleaneconomybridge.org/ev_registrat...
November 19, 2025 at 3:00 PM
📢 Join our Director of Transportation, Adam Thorn, at The Clean Economy Bridge Conference.
He will be speaking on a panel about how to build the workforce for the future of #ElectricVehicles.
📅 Friday, November 21
📍 Toronto, ON
➡️ Register: cleaneconomybridge.org/ev_registrat...
He will be speaking on a panel about how to build the workforce for the future of #ElectricVehicles.
📅 Friday, November 21
📍 Toronto, ON
➡️ Register: cleaneconomybridge.org/ev_registrat...
Alberta renewable projects have generated $70M in municipal tax revenue in 2025 ✅
But since the moratorium, the province has lost $84M in potential revenue from cancelled projects❌
AB is losing more than we're gaining.
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#RenewableEnergy #Alberta #CleanEnergy
But since the moratorium, the province has lost $84M in potential revenue from cancelled projects❌
AB is losing more than we're gaining.
Get the full scoop 👇
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#RenewableEnergy #Alberta #CleanEnergy
November 18, 2025 at 10:00 PM
Alberta renewable projects have generated $70M in municipal tax revenue in 2025 ✅
But since the moratorium, the province has lost $84M in potential revenue from cancelled projects❌
AB is losing more than we're gaining.
Get the full scoop 👇
buff.ly/5nJj2hu
#RenewableEnergy #Alberta #CleanEnergy
But since the moratorium, the province has lost $84M in potential revenue from cancelled projects❌
AB is losing more than we're gaining.
Get the full scoop 👇
buff.ly/5nJj2hu
#RenewableEnergy #Alberta #CleanEnergy
🌍⚡ #Solar and #wind electricity generation grew faster than all new electricity demand in 2025, says an @ember-energy.org report.
Meanwhile, for the first time since COVID, fossil fuel generation has shown no growth.
Learn more ➡️ ember-energy.org/latest-insig...
Meanwhile, for the first time since COVID, fossil fuel generation has shown no growth.
Learn more ➡️ ember-energy.org/latest-insig...
November 18, 2025 at 8:37 PM
🌍⚡ #Solar and #wind electricity generation grew faster than all new electricity demand in 2025, says an @ember-energy.org report.
Meanwhile, for the first time since COVID, fossil fuel generation has shown no growth.
Learn more ➡️ ember-energy.org/latest-insig...
Meanwhile, for the first time since COVID, fossil fuel generation has shown no growth.
Learn more ➡️ ember-energy.org/latest-insig...
Communities and landowners approached by #wind and #solar developers often have a lot to learn about the industry.
That’s why we’ve created a guide to help them navigate the process and make informed decisions. ⬇️
www.pembina.org/pub/guide-re...
That’s why we’ve created a guide to help them navigate the process and make informed decisions. ⬇️
www.pembina.org/pub/guide-re...
Guide to Renewable Energy and Battery Storage Projects | Pembina Institute
In less than a decade, renewable energy has brought substantial financial benefits to Alberta landowners and communities, while also generating affordable energy for the province's electrical grid.…
www.pembina.org
November 17, 2025 at 7:30 PM
Communities and landowners approached by #wind and #solar developers often have a lot to learn about the industry.
That’s why we’ve created a guide to help them navigate the process and make informed decisions. ⬇️
www.pembina.org/pub/guide-re...
That’s why we’ve created a guide to help them navigate the process and make informed decisions. ⬇️
www.pembina.org/pub/guide-re...
In New Brunswick, rural communities are driving the #CleanEnergy transition — 48% of households heat their homes with heat pumps.
“The higher concentration of rural heat pump adoption goes against the conventional argument that clean technologies tend to be adopted within cities.”
“The higher concentration of rural heat pump adoption goes against the conventional argument that clean technologies tend to be adopted within cities.”
Latest data shows the rapid growth of heat pumps in Canada
Heat pumps continue their rise as primary heating systems in Canada, with almost half of New Brunswick homes now relying on them.
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November 16, 2025 at 4:00 PM
In New Brunswick, rural communities are driving the #CleanEnergy transition — 48% of households heat their homes with heat pumps.
“The higher concentration of rural heat pump adoption goes against the conventional argument that clean technologies tend to be adopted within cities.”
“The higher concentration of rural heat pump adoption goes against the conventional argument that clean technologies tend to be adopted within cities.”
The cost of climate inaction is paid for by Canadian homeowners. Insurance premiums are climbing faster than inflation. 📈
Climate-resilient retrofits will help us prevent loss rather than pay for it. #cdnpoli
Graph credit: IBC's 2025 State of the Home Insurance Market report.
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Climate-resilient retrofits will help us prevent loss rather than pay for it. #cdnpoli
Graph credit: IBC's 2025 State of the Home Insurance Market report.
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November 15, 2025 at 4:00 PM
The cost of climate inaction is paid for by Canadian homeowners. Insurance premiums are climbing faster than inflation. 📈
Climate-resilient retrofits will help us prevent loss rather than pay for it. #cdnpoli
Graph credit: IBC's 2025 State of the Home Insurance Market report.
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Climate-resilient retrofits will help us prevent loss rather than pay for it. #cdnpoli
Graph credit: IBC's 2025 State of the Home Insurance Market report.
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Canada’s clean-energy transition could create 350,000 new construction jobs every year for 25 years. A once-in-a-generation nation-building opportunity — if we prepare our workforce.
The #SustainableJobsActionPlan must put workers at the centre of Canada’s clean economy.
The #SustainableJobsActionPlan must put workers at the centre of Canada’s clean economy.
November 15, 2025 at 12:00 AM
Canada’s clean-energy transition could create 350,000 new construction jobs every year for 25 years. A once-in-a-generation nation-building opportunity — if we prepare our workforce.
The #SustainableJobsActionPlan must put workers at the centre of Canada’s clean economy.
The #SustainableJobsActionPlan must put workers at the centre of Canada’s clean economy.
Strong communities lead to a strong Canada.
Our research shows that the combination of good policy and Indigenous leadership is leading to improved energy infrastructure in remote communities across the country.
🔗 Learn more ➡️ www.pembina.org/pub/restorin...
Our research shows that the combination of good policy and Indigenous leadership is leading to improved energy infrastructure in remote communities across the country.
🔗 Learn more ➡️ www.pembina.org/pub/restorin...
November 14, 2025 at 9:01 PM
Strong communities lead to a strong Canada.
Our research shows that the combination of good policy and Indigenous leadership is leading to improved energy infrastructure in remote communities across the country.
🔗 Learn more ➡️ www.pembina.org/pub/restorin...
Our research shows that the combination of good policy and Indigenous leadership is leading to improved energy infrastructure in remote communities across the country.
🔗 Learn more ➡️ www.pembina.org/pub/restorin...
Today’s major projects list signals progress toward a #CleanEconomy — but some will drive big emissions.
Great to see electricity infrastructure buildout + #LowCarbon critical mineral development – but LNG remains risky…
What did you think? #cdnpoli
www.pembina.org/media-releas...
Great to see electricity infrastructure buildout + #LowCarbon critical mineral development – but LNG remains risky…
What did you think? #cdnpoli
www.pembina.org/media-releas...
New major projects have potential to be “climate competitive” | Pembina Institute
CALGARY — CHRIS SEVERSON-BAKER, Executive Director of the Pembina Institute, made the following statement in response to the federal government’s announcement of its second batch of major projects to ...
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November 13, 2025 at 11:37 PM
Today’s major projects list signals progress toward a #CleanEconomy — but some will drive big emissions.
Great to see electricity infrastructure buildout + #LowCarbon critical mineral development – but LNG remains risky…
What did you think? #cdnpoli
www.pembina.org/media-releas...
Great to see electricity infrastructure buildout + #LowCarbon critical mineral development – but LNG remains risky…
What did you think? #cdnpoli
www.pembina.org/media-releas...
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"Canada is betting big on nation-building projects, from housing and infrastructure to mining and energy. [...] Each project depends on the same thing: a skilled workforce ready to build Canada’s future."
From BlueGreen Canada in @nationalobserver.com: www.nationalobserver.com/2025/11/11/o...
From BlueGreen Canada in @nationalobserver.com: www.nationalobserver.com/2025/11/11/o...
November 12, 2025 at 10:07 PM
"Canada is betting big on nation-building projects, from housing and infrastructure to mining and energy. [...] Each project depends on the same thing: a skilled workforce ready to build Canada’s future."
From BlueGreen Canada in @nationalobserver.com: www.nationalobserver.com/2025/11/11/o...
From BlueGreen Canada in @nationalobserver.com: www.nationalobserver.com/2025/11/11/o...
🚗 EV adoption isn’t just about cars—it’s also about oil.
The @iea.org’s #WEO2025 shows that the pace of transport electrification is the most significant factor in determining future oil demand.
Canada can lead the EV revolution—or watch others take the wheel. ➡️ www.iea.org/reports/worl...
The @iea.org’s #WEO2025 shows that the pace of transport electrification is the most significant factor in determining future oil demand.
Canada can lead the EV revolution—or watch others take the wheel. ➡️ www.iea.org/reports/worl...
November 13, 2025 at 3:02 PM
🚗 EV adoption isn’t just about cars—it’s also about oil.
The @iea.org’s #WEO2025 shows that the pace of transport electrification is the most significant factor in determining future oil demand.
Canada can lead the EV revolution—or watch others take the wheel. ➡️ www.iea.org/reports/worl...
The @iea.org’s #WEO2025 shows that the pace of transport electrification is the most significant factor in determining future oil demand.
Canada can lead the EV revolution—or watch others take the wheel. ➡️ www.iea.org/reports/worl...
The @iea.org’s new “Current Policies Scenario” imagines a world where climate action stalls and fossil fuel use grows. But that’s not a forecast—it’s a warning. 🚨🔥
#WEO2025 ⬇️
www.iea.org/reports/worl...
#WEO2025 ⬇️
www.iea.org/reports/worl...
World Energy Outlook 2025 – Analysis - IEA
World Energy Outlook 2025 - Analysis and key findings. A report by the International Energy Agency.
www.iea.org
November 12, 2025 at 6:45 PM
The @iea.org’s new “Current Policies Scenario” imagines a world where climate action stalls and fossil fuel use grows. But that’s not a forecast—it’s a warning. 🚨🔥
#WEO2025 ⬇️
www.iea.org/reports/worl...
#WEO2025 ⬇️
www.iea.org/reports/worl...
🇨🇦 Mark Carney has the chance to deliver at #COP30: finalize methane regulations and show the world Canada is serious about climate competitiveness. ⬇️
Methane regulation is a climate-competitive home run
This year’s COP is a vital moment for Prime Minister Mark Carney to deliver on a key Canadian climate promise, showcase responsible energy development, and advance economic opportunities.
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November 10, 2025 at 9:00 PM
🇨🇦 Mark Carney has the chance to deliver at #COP30: finalize methane regulations and show the world Canada is serious about climate competitiveness. ⬇️
There are nearly 80,000 inactive oil and gas wells in Alberta, many leaking methane for decades. Weak policies let companies walk away from the mess, leaving Albertans potentially on the hook.
Will Alberta’s Mature Asset Strategy continue this dangerous trend?
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Will Alberta’s Mature Asset Strategy continue this dangerous trend?
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Alberta’s Mature Asset Strategy: another exercise in buck-passing | Pembina Institute
For all the economic benefits that Alberta’s storied history of oil and gas development has produced, there are staggering economic and environmental liabilities that now threaten the land, the…
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November 10, 2025 at 3:45 PM
There are nearly 80,000 inactive oil and gas wells in Alberta, many leaking methane for decades. Weak policies let companies walk away from the mess, leaving Albertans potentially on the hook.
Will Alberta’s Mature Asset Strategy continue this dangerous trend?
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Will Alberta’s Mature Asset Strategy continue this dangerous trend?
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