Canada’s New Oil and Gas Emissions Cap Aims for Net-Zero

The Canadian government has taken a powerful step toward its 2030 climate goals by introducing a draft regulation to cap greenhouse gas emissions from the oil and gas sector. The new regulations focus on limiting pollution, not production, with a goal to reduce emissions by 27% by 2030 compared to 2026 levels. Canada’s oil and gas sector, which contributes 31% of the country’s emissions, is now under tighter lens, with innovations like carbon capture and electrification playing a key role in achieving these goals​.

This approach brings a unique cap-and-trade model into Canada’s energy landscape. Companies will receive fewer pollution allowances over time, pushing them to cut emissions or buy credits from companies that excel in pollution reduction. The plan provides flexibility, allowing up to 20% of compliance to be met through offsets, a crucial element as global oil demand and the need for Canadian energy remain steady.

The regulations arrive as Canada faces warnings about the economic toll of climate inaction. According to the Canadian Climate Institute, without significant reductions in emissions, Canada could see annual economic losses reaching $25 billion as early as 2025. This looming impact emphasizes the importance of robust climate policies like the emissions cap and encourages industries to adopt sustainable practices​.

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