Senate Study on Climate Change and Canada's Oil and Gas Industry
Official title: Examine and report on climate change and Canada’s oil and gas industry
The Senate's Energy, Environment and Natural Resources Committee is studying how climate change intersects with Canada's oil and gas sector. This is a parliamentary study that could shape future energy and climate legislation. The committee will hear from experts, industry, and the public before reporting its findings.
Why This Matters
Canada's oil and gas industry employs hundreds of thousands of people. Climate policy affects energy prices you pay at the pump and to heat your home. This study could influence whether Canada speeds up or slows down its energy transition. If you work in energy, care about climate, or just pay utility bills, this matters.
What Could Change
The committee's report could recommend new emissions targets for the oil and gas sector. It might call for faster or slower phase-outs of fossil fuel subsidies. Recommendations could shape carbon pricing policy and clean energy investment rules. The findings will inform Senate debate on future energy and climate bills.
Key Issues
- How should Canada balance climate commitments with oil and gas industry jobs?
- What role should oil and gas play in Canada's energy transition?
- What policies are needed to reduce emissions from the energy sector?
How to Participate
- Visit the committee page to follow the study's progress and find information about submitting a brief.
- Check the Briefs & other documents section for submission guidelines.
- Watch committee meetings via Senate ParlVU to hear witness testimony.