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From our climate reporting in Alberta, to COP30 in Belém, to Parliament Hill & everywhere in between, The Energy Mix delivers crucial news for crucial times.
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No girls allowed? Canada’s energy transition is already replicating inequities endemic to fossil-fuel economies, says a report prepared for the Trellis Fund. Women and others are eager to join, but face persistent structural and cultural barriers. Read more:
Structural Obstacles Limit Women’s Access to Clean Energy Jobs, Study Finds Barriers to Clean Energy Jobs
Women and other groups that have often been left out of Canada’s low-carbon work force are eager to join, but face persistent structural and cultural barriers, new research finds. Women and other grou...
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February 18, 2026 at 6:53 PM
No girls allowed? Canada’s energy transition is already replicating inequities endemic to fossil-fuel economies, says a report prepared for the Trellis Fund. Women and others are eager to join, but face persistent structural and cultural barriers. Read more:
Canada Pension Plan is anything but, "#elbowsup." The #CPP made an estimated $6 billion in new #fossilfuelinvestments in 2025 -- and 47% of its portfolio is held in the United States, compared to just 13% in Canada. What role does the pension fund play in helping to build Canada’s economy?
Canada Pension Plan Adds $6B in New Fossil Investment, Holds 47% of Portfolio in U.S.
The pension plan that manages retirement savings for more than 22 million Canadians is under fire for an estimated $6 billion in new fossil fuel investments in 2025, even as it faces scrutiny for hold...
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February 18, 2026 at 12:54 PM
Canada Pension Plan is anything but, "#elbowsup." The #CPP made an estimated $6 billion in new #fossilfuelinvestments in 2025 -- and 47% of its portfolio is held in the United States, compared to just 13% in Canada. What role does the pension fund play in helping to build Canada’s economy?
"Emissions of #methane are released right across the natural gas supply chain," says Jordaan of McGill’s Department of Civil Engineering. "But because natural gas supply chains are complex, life cycle assessment models don’t always capture the full impact." #lifecycleemissions Read more:
Methane Estimates Could Fall Vastly Short, Ignore 80% of Actual Emissions, Researcher Says
Methane releases from natural gas extraction and distribution could be 23% lower or up to 316% higher than standard measurement systems show, raising new questions about how countries can measure and ...
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February 17, 2026 at 6:52 PM
"Emissions of #methane are released right across the natural gas supply chain," says Jordaan of McGill’s Department of Civil Engineering. "But because natural gas supply chains are complex, life cycle assessment models don’t always capture the full impact." #lifecycleemissions Read more:
When journalism retreats, #misinformation fills the gap. When climate change is not reported, it is not discussed. Mainstream media plays a unique role: introducing climate realities to people who did not set out to read about climate change at all. Learn more: #climatejournalism #climateaction
Why Cutting Climate Journalism is a Risk We Can’t Afford
A recent wave of layoffs will reduce public understanding of how climate change affects lives and weaken the media’s ability to hold power to account. When journalism retreats, misinformation fills th...
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February 17, 2026 at 1:09 PM
When journalism retreats, #misinformation fills the gap. When climate change is not reported, it is not discussed. Mainstream media plays a unique role: introducing climate realities to people who did not set out to read about climate change at all. Learn more: #climatejournalism #climateaction
The slackening of climate policy under PM Carney means that Canada will likely fail to meet its climate targets. New study says we are not on track to meet the 2026 interim emissions reduction target, the 2030 Paris Agreement commitment, or the long-term goal of reaching net-zero emissions by 2050.
Canada Not on Track to Hit Net-Zero by 2050, or Meet Any Climate Targets: Study Canada will not meet any of its climate targets
A new report says Canada is not on track to meet any of its climate targets—not the 2026 interim emissions reduction target, the 2030 Paris commitment, or even the long-term goal of net-zero emissions...
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February 16, 2026 at 8:44 PM
The slackening of climate policy under PM Carney means that Canada will likely fail to meet its climate targets. New study says we are not on track to meet the 2026 interim emissions reduction target, the 2030 Paris Agreement commitment, or the long-term goal of reaching net-zero emissions by 2050.
"It’s the team spirit we need in a world facing increasing stressors," writes Alex Cool-Fergus. Regardless of the crisis or challenge, "Canadians—and especially our elected officials—must be prepared to work together as a team." #TeamCanada #Weekender
United In Pride, United In Grief
Tumbler Ridge, Kitigan Zibi show how we come together when we need to. It’s shameful to weaponize issues like gun violence, vaccines, addictions, or climate where we only win if we work as a team.
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February 16, 2026 at 12:26 PM
"It’s the team spirit we need in a world facing increasing stressors," writes Alex Cool-Fergus. Regardless of the crisis or challenge, "Canadians—and especially our elected officials—must be prepared to work together as a team." #TeamCanada #Weekender
According to the annual North American Electric Reliability Corporation (NERC) report, several Canadian provinces face elevated risk of grid failures due to energy supply lagging behind a projected electricity demand. Learn more: #NERC #gridreliability #energydemand
Canada, Large Swaths of U.S. Face Higher Grid Reliability Risk
Several Canadian provinces face elevated risk of grid failures, and large parts of the United States are at high risk, according to an annual North American power system reliability assessment.
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February 13, 2026 at 12:39 PM
According to the annual North American Electric Reliability Corporation (NERC) report, several Canadian provinces face elevated risk of grid failures due to energy supply lagging behind a projected electricity demand. Learn more: #NERC #gridreliability #energydemand
“The biggest threat to the Olympic dream is fossil fuels. As athletes, we are asking you to help remove their influence,” say the Olympians & hopefuls who have signed the For Future Games campaign letter. This is the second such petition addressed to the IOC. #skifossilfree #fossilfreeolympics
Olympic Athletes Launch Second Campaign to Ban Future Fossil Sponsorship
As someone who has skied since he was 10, Swedish cross-country skier Björn Sandström said it’s “impossible not to connect the dots” between the sport he loves, the warming climate, and the fossil fue...
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February 12, 2026 at 7:49 PM
“The biggest threat to the Olympic dream is fossil fuels. As athletes, we are asking you to help remove their influence,” say the Olympians & hopefuls who have signed the For Future Games campaign letter. This is the second such petition addressed to the IOC. #skifossilfree #fossilfreeolympics
Deemed “the largest act of deregulation in the history of the United States,” #Trump repeals the 2009 endangerment finding, the cornerstone of U.S. climate policy. But big oil isn't celebrating as they are now more vulnerable to state laws aimed at holding them accountable. #USclimatepolicy #bigoil
Trump Moves to Repeal Endangerment Finding, Cornerstone of U.S. Climate Regulation
The Trump administration is taking a deregulatory chainsaw to the cornerstone of United States climate policy, launching a long-awaited attack on the 2009 endangerment finding that will almost certain...
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February 12, 2026 at 2:46 PM
Deemed “the largest act of deregulation in the history of the United States,” #Trump repeals the 2009 endangerment finding, the cornerstone of U.S. climate policy. But big oil isn't celebrating as they are now more vulnerable to state laws aimed at holding them accountable. #USclimatepolicy #bigoil
Mining for energy transition minerals drives deforestation at a scale comparable to mining for coal and other minerals, BUT says a new study, areas that have stronger rights protections end up with lower rates of deforestation. Read more: #deforestation #mining #transitionmining
Energy Transition Mining Causes Forest Loss, but Land Rights Make a Difference
Mining for energy transition minerals drives deforestation at a scale comparable to mining for coal and other minerals, a new study shows.
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February 11, 2026 at 8:28 PM
Mining for energy transition minerals drives deforestation at a scale comparable to mining for coal and other minerals, BUT says a new study, areas that have stronger rights protections end up with lower rates of deforestation. Read more: #deforestation #mining #transitionmining
Watched by 135.4 million people across the U.S., Bad Bunny's Super Bowl halftime show featured "El Alpagón" (The Blackout), highlighting the "real economic and human costs” of Puerto Rico’s chronic power outages. Read the full story: #superbowl #badbunny #elapagon #powergrid
Bad Bunny Half-Time Show Spotlights Puerto Rico’s Failing Power Grids, Earns Rebuke from Trump
A global music superstar earned rave reviews, Puerto Rico’s famously failure-prone power grids made a surprise appearance, and Donald Trump chimed in with an ill-tempered rebuke after Bad Bunny took c...
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February 11, 2026 at 1:10 PM
Watched by 135.4 million people across the U.S., Bad Bunny's Super Bowl halftime show featured "El Alpagón" (The Blackout), highlighting the "real economic and human costs” of Puerto Rico’s chronic power outages. Read the full story: #superbowl #badbunny #elapagon #powergrid
Convergence or collision? Carney’s new automotive strategy pledges up to $3.1 billion to help the auto industry “adapt, grow, and diversify.” The strategy, that eliminates the EV mandate and gives few details on emissions regulations, has received mixed reviews from Canadian experts.
Mixed Reactions, Unanswered Questions Surround Carney’s New Auto Strategy
Cars and climate are being vigorously drawn together in the Carney government’s new automotive strategy. and whether the result is convergence or collision will depend on getting some very tricky deta...
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February 10, 2026 at 8:08 PM
Convergence or collision? Carney’s new automotive strategy pledges up to $3.1 billion to help the auto industry “adapt, grow, and diversify.” The strategy, that eliminates the EV mandate and gives few details on emissions regulations, has received mixed reviews from Canadian experts.
Canada can save at least $5-$10 billion per year by climate-proofing public infrastructure says the Canadian Climate Institute in "Prepare or Repair: How climate-proofing public infrastructure pays off." #climateadaptation #infrastructure #climateproofing Read more:
Prepare or Repair: Save $10B Per Year by Climate-Proofing Infrastructure, Institute Urges
Canada can save a bare minimum of $5 to $10 billion per year by climate-proofing its public infrastructure before heavy rains and more frequent, severe heat waves take their toll, the Canadian Climate...
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February 10, 2026 at 1:53 PM
Canada can save at least $5-$10 billion per year by climate-proofing public infrastructure says the Canadian Climate Institute in "Prepare or Repair: How climate-proofing public infrastructure pays off." #climateadaptation #infrastructure #climateproofing Read more:
Join us for a conversation about the essential role of independent climate news reporting. This session is for anyone trying to build momentum for climate solutions—on the front lines, or in federal and provincial policy. *This* Thursday, February 12 at 1pm ET.
The Energy Mix on Solutions Journalism: How Climate News Builds Momentum for Action
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February 9, 2026 at 2:26 PM
Join us for a conversation about the essential role of independent climate news reporting. This session is for anyone trying to build momentum for climate solutions—on the front lines, or in federal and provincial policy. *This* Thursday, February 12 at 1pm ET.
Add "mythbusting" to the to-do list: here's a must-read piece by Gavin Pitchford looking at pervasive myths about #cleanenergy that get in the way of believing we can make the transition away from #fossilfuels.
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Fossil Industry Distortions Make the Energy Transition Harder to Imagine
Oil and gas account for just 7.8% of Canada’s GDP. Some of the country’s top MBA students came back with estimates 10 times higher. We’ll need some serious myth-busting to deliver on a clean economy.
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February 8, 2026 at 2:18 PM
Add "mythbusting" to the to-do list: here's a must-read piece by Gavin Pitchford looking at pervasive myths about #cleanenergy that get in the way of believing we can make the transition away from #fossilfuels.
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#Fermeuse, NL, left out of the picture when it comes to a mega LNG project on its doorstep: Mayor Jerome Kenny says “while Hanwha and Fermeuse Energy may have entered into some MOU, Council has not seen, or have been made aware of, the contents of the MOU."
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Local Economies Pushed Aside as Newfoundland LNG Megaproject Presses Ahead
The arrival of a deep-pocketed industrial conglomerate from South Korea may be improving the odds for a $10- to $15-billion liquefied natural gas (LNG) megaproject off the Newfoundland coast that was ...
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February 7, 2026 at 4:45 PM
#Fermeuse, NL, left out of the picture when it comes to a mega LNG project on its doorstep: Mayor Jerome Kenny says “while Hanwha and Fermeuse Energy may have entered into some MOU, Council has not seen, or have been made aware of, the contents of the MOU."
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There is cause for "cautious hope," say climate scientists and advocates. Why you ask? Read the full story at The Energy Mix. #peakemissions #climateTRACE #climatehope
GHG Emissions May Be Set to Peak, 2025 Data Shows
One sign that emissions may be close to their tipping point came in early July 2025, in startling results in data collected by Climate TRACE, reports the journal Science. As researchers assembled thei...
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February 3, 2026 at 7:00 PM
There is cause for "cautious hope," say climate scientists and advocates. Why you ask? Read the full story at The Energy Mix. #peakemissions #climateTRACE #climatehope
Demand for #renewableenergy is strong in Alberta but corporate buyers are being held back by restrictive and complicated regulations. @brccanada.bsky.social www.theenergymix.com/alberta-stal...
Alberta Stalls Out on Renewable Power Purchases Despite Strong Demand from Corporate Buyers
Renewable energy procurements in Alberta almost completely stalled out in 2025 despite gigawatts of demand for new capacity, after a moratorium on new projects and a series of onerous and confusing re...
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February 2, 2026 at 2:06 PM
Demand for #renewableenergy is strong in Alberta but corporate buyers are being held back by restrictive and complicated regulations. @brccanada.bsky.social www.theenergymix.com/alberta-stal...
In this excerpt from her memoir, Run Like A Girl, ex-environment minister Catherine McKenna tells how #carbon pricing was at the core of Canada's climate action plan, until it became a political albatross. #climate #cdnpoli @cathmckenna.bsky.social
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Hard Things Are Hard
Carbon pricing was at the core of Canada's climate action plan until it became a political albatross. In her memoir, Run Like A Girl, ex-environment minister Catherine McKenna tells how that happened.
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February 1, 2026 at 3:40 PM
In this excerpt from her memoir, Run Like A Girl, ex-environment minister Catherine McKenna tells how #carbon pricing was at the core of Canada's climate action plan, until it became a political albatross. #climate #cdnpoli @cathmckenna.bsky.social
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On the final day of a month that felt like it held a year’s worth of news, we’re bringing you the top stories from January 2026–plus, a few that are worth the read, ICYMT. Please share! www.linkedin.com/posts/theene...
January 31, 2026 at 1:33 PM
On the final day of a month that felt like it held a year’s worth of news, we’re bringing you the top stories from January 2026–plus, a few that are worth the read, ICYMT. Please share! www.linkedin.com/posts/theene...
Companies responsible for planet-warming emissions should be prevented from advertising at winter sports events, say 69% of Canadians polled. And 65% of youth said Petro-Canada is an “incompatible partner” of Canada's Winter Olympic Team. @cape-acme.bsky.social
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Canadians Want Heavy Emitters Banned from Winter Sports Advertising: Poll
With the 2026 Winter Olympics just days from beginning in Italy, a new poll finds that 69% of Canadians want to see companies that cause large amounts of planet-warming emissions prevented from advert...
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January 30, 2026 at 2:27 PM
Companies responsible for planet-warming emissions should be prevented from advertising at winter sports events, say 69% of Canadians polled. And 65% of youth said Petro-Canada is an “incompatible partner” of Canada's Winter Olympic Team. @cape-acme.bsky.social
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The #CanadaPensionPlan scored a dismal D in this week's climate performance rating of pension plans across the country–meaning increased risk for tens of millions of Canadians, especially younger contributors.
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Canada Pension Plan Receives ‘D’ Grade, Quebec’s La Caisse Soars in Climate Finance Report Card
The Caisse de dépôt et placement du Québec brought home a glowing report card and the Canada Pension Plan Investment Board (CPPIB) was sent to the detention room in the latest annual assessment of Can...
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January 29, 2026 at 10:16 PM
The #CanadaPensionPlan scored a dismal D in this week's climate performance rating of pension plans across the country–meaning increased risk for tens of millions of Canadians, especially younger contributors.
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Mixed reactions from citizens in #Fermeuse, NL, to news that a proposed $15-billion #LNG development in their harbour is closer to reality, with a signed MOU between St. John's-based Fermeuse Energy and South Korea's Hanwha Group.
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Fermeuse LNG Receives Boost in MOU With South Korea
A proposed $15-billion LNG development in NL received a major boost after Fermeuse Energy signed an MOU with South Korea's Hanwha Group.
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January 29, 2026 at 1:46 PM
Mixed reactions from citizens in #Fermeuse, NL, to news that a proposed $15-billion #LNG development in their harbour is closer to reality, with a signed MOU between St. John's-based Fermeuse Energy and South Korea's Hanwha Group.
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17 of the top 20 emitters in 2025 are state-owned companies–and all of the controlling countries opposed the fossil fuel phaseout at COP30. This suggests an opening in climate advocacy: “pushing producing countries to align their state-owned companies with global climate goals,” says Connaire.
17 of World’s 20 Biggest Carbon Polluters Are State-Owned Fossil Companies
“State-owned Carbon Majors continue to dominate global emissions because they control a large share of the world’s fossil fuel reserves and production, and often operate under mandates that prioritize...
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January 28, 2026 at 1:46 PM
17 of the top 20 emitters in 2025 are state-owned companies–and all of the controlling countries opposed the fossil fuel phaseout at COP30. This suggests an opening in climate advocacy: “pushing producing countries to align their state-owned companies with global climate goals,” says Connaire.
Alberta’s oil sector slashed 10,000 jobs in 2025, and emerging green industries are looking to hire. Where is Canada at in mapping possible shifts between the two? We look into a report from C.D. Howe Institute public policy analyst Lin Al-Akkad: www.theenergymix.com/as-oil-jobs-...
As Oil Jobs Fade, Canada Urged to Build Path to Low-Carbon Economy
As the Canadian oil and gas sector continues to automate, shedding 10,000 jobs in Alberta alone last year, and as the low-carbon transition accelerates, a new report urges Ottawa to adopt a “future-re...
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January 27, 2026 at 3:00 PM
Alberta’s oil sector slashed 10,000 jobs in 2025, and emerging green industries are looking to hire. Where is Canada at in mapping possible shifts between the two? We look into a report from C.D. Howe Institute public policy analyst Lin Al-Akkad: www.theenergymix.com/as-oil-jobs-...