Environment & Energy Transition

The world is moving towards a clean energy future, spurring dramatic shifts in how energy is produced and consumed. As governments globally commit to reducing greenhouse gas (GHG) emissions, the cost of emitting carbon dioxide (CO2) will continue to escalate, demanding bold and decisive action from energy producers.

Aligning with other levels of government, the City of Medicine Hat is exploring options to reduce emissions and transition to a lower-carbon future for our community.

Why consider reducing emissions?

Canada has reaffirmed its commitment to cut greenhouse gases by 40-45 percent below 2005 levels by 2030 and has identified key industrial sectors for emission reductions, including transportation, oil and gas, power generation, and agriculture.

In support of internationally negotiated climate change targets to reach net-zero greenhouse gas emissions by 2050, Federal and Provincial legislation has been drafted to reduce carbon emissions, with regulations expected to intensify to meet climate goals.

As part of Canada's action plan, the Federal government is drafting a Clean Electricity Regulation with an ambition to transition to a net-zero electricity grid by 2035.

In many cases, the ‘roadmap’ to achieve these targets is hard to define because technologies to deliver a combination of ‘clean, affordable, and reliable’ products and services are continually being developed and improved.

To meet global commitments on greenhouse gas emissions, solutions need to be pursued across all regions of the country, including here in Medicine Hat.