Cancun G20 urged to push honest climate action and green growth
In a letter to the editor, the writer presses for the G20 to move beyond Copenhagen style grandstanding. They note Seoul's progress toward non emitting energy and green growth policies tied to employment and energy access for the poor, while suggesting Canada BC may be the best venue for Cancun's success.
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Cancun
Copenhagen
Seoul
Korea
Canada
NDP leadership shift could shape BC renewable energy policy
The editor notes internal NDP strife over renewables with Carole James under pressure. While the party shifted to oppose independent projects, signs exist that a return to a sane energy policy may emerge through statements by Moe Sihota and Rob Fleming. Time will tell if the trend holds.
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NDP
Carole James
B.C
Rafe Mair
James
Mair
Rob Fleming
Paul McCartney
BC must expand clean energy sources to meet growing demand
A reader argues that switching to compact fluorescent bulbs won't solve BC's looming energy gap. With BC Hydro projecting a 50 percent rise in demand in 20 years due to population growth transit and tech use, the province should expand its own clean energy sources rather than rely on fossil fuels or imports from the US and Alberta.
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BC Hydro
Alberta
Open talk about health signals cancer awareness and support
The column urges frank discussion of diseases “below the belt” and notes many survivors keep their status private. The author shares experiences, cites community responses, and offers contacts through the Canadian Cancer Society and Bladder Cancer Advocacy Network. Four trips a year to Prince George are mentioned along with a Costco Card.
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Canadian Cancer Society
Bladder Cancer Advocacy Network
Prince George
Costco
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