to reducing GHG levels and reach-
ing BC’s carbon-free targets. In fact,
electrification offers the province
a critical competitive advantage in
the global pursuit of clean growth.
After all, the province boasts one of
the lowest-carbon electricity grids in
North America.
As the voice for renewable energy
in the province, Clean Energy BC
counts over 125 private sectors and
First Nations involved in delivering
clean, environmentally responsible
electricity to British Columbians, and
is spearheading a plan to help BC on
track for carbon emission reductions.
In October, 2018, Clean Energy BC
released the “Electrification of Brit-
ish Columbia” white paper. The paper
clearly outlined that B.C. will not
reach its carbon reduction emissions
targets if the status quo continues—
especially with the addition of LNG
Canada’s decision to move ahead
with the $40 billion project. By 2050,
B.C.'s goal is to reduce carbon emis-
Clean Energy BC’s Executive Director, Jae Mather, speaking at the Generate 2017 conference.
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