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Saskatchewan NDP motion to scrap gas tax fails in legislature
An Opposition emergency motion to suspend the provincial 15-cent-a-litre gas tax failed in the Saskatchewan legislature Tuesday.
Alberta takes aim at GHG emissions cap, proposes rules on trespass and data gathering
Alberta Premier Danielle Smith says her government is eyeing a number of steps to challenge the proposed federal greenhouse gas emissions cap.
Analysis: GM and other US automakers would take big hit from Trump tariffs
Trump's proposed 25 per cent import tax on Mexico and Canada could hurt U.S. automakers, raise vehicle prices, and harm consumers.
Opinion: After nearly 10 years of debate, COP29’s carbon trading deal is seriously flawed
Negotiators at COP29 in Baku reached a landmark deal on carbon credit rules, but concerns remain about flaws in the system.
‘Let’s do this’: Crowsnest Pass mayor wants proposed Alberta coal mine sooner than later
Crowsnest Pass Mayor Blair Painter seeks a meeting with Premier Danielle Smith to discuss a coal project supported by residents.
Trump plans no exemption for oil imports under new tariff plan, sources say
Trump's 25 per cent tariffs on Canadian and Mexican imports will include oil, despite concerns over energy price spikes.
US energy lobbying groups wary about Trump tariffs threat
U.S. oil and gas groups express concern over Trump's tariff threat on Canada and Mexico, warning of potential industry impacts.
Vauxhall owner to shut Luton factory amid ‘stringent’ zero-emission targets
About 1,120 full-time employees work at the Luton factory, which currently makes light commercial vehicles.
Analysis: How Trump’s Mexico tariffs could hurt Europe’s auto industry
Trump's proposed tariffs on Mexico could harm European carmakers like Volkswagen and Stellantis more than EU-specific tariffs.
Gazprom 2025 plan assumes no more transit via Ukraine to Europe, source says
Gazprom plans for no gas transit via Ukraine after Dec. 31, as Ukraine seeks to end the transit deal, hurting Russian-European energy ties.
