Energy Policy

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The Mechanic and the Architect

The Mechanic and the Architect

From: The Big Stall

Describes how neo-liberals came to embrace carbon taxes as well as the neo-liberal approach to carbon taxation. Presents progresive economists’ critique of the BC carbon tax which aruges … 22 $2.20 Add
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The NDP in a world made for oil

The NDP in a world made for oil

From: Oil’s Deep State

Former Alberta opposition leader Kevin Taft examines the rise of Rachel Notley’s NDP party in Alberta with focus on the change in policy towards the oil industry that occurred during the … 9 $0.90 Add
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The New Gospel

The New Gospel

From: The Big Stall

Analyzes neo-liberal environmental policies which avoided any negative impact on corporations during the 2000s. The British Columbia carbon tax is used as a case study to show how it is business … 14 $1.40 Add
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"They Had No Intention of Ever Coming to an Agreement"
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“They Had No Intention of Ever Coming to an Agreement”

Voices of Unifor 594 Workers

From: Unjust Transition

Chapter Three explores the the complex and contentious relationship between labor, capital, and the environment in the fossil fuel industry, in the wake of the 2019-2020 lockout of Unifor Local … ; ; 22 $2.20 Add
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Tom Gets His Way; Murray Enters the Fray

Tom Gets His Way; Murray Enters the Fray

From: The Big Stall

Discusses how, by the mid 1990s, the federal Liberals are firmly committed to neo-liberalism. Finance Minister Paul Martin slashes corporate taxes while the party introduces "voluntary" … 14 $1.40 Add
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Towards a Just Transition for Refinery Workers?
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Towards a Just Transition for Refinery Workers?

Taking Control of the Change

From: Unjust Transition

In Chapter Eight the authors identify a need for a just transition for fossil fuel workers as the industry navigates the challenges of climate change and the shift towards a low-carbon economy. ; ; 16 $1.60 Add
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Transition Pathways
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Transition Pathways

Workers Before Profits

From: Unjust Transition

Chapter Nine picks up one year after the Co-op Refinery Complex lockout, and the subsequent commitments made by Federated Co-operatives Limited , as well as workers’ concerns about the … ; ; 32 $3.20 Add
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Two Degrees Too Late (A Shell Game)

Two Degrees Too Late (A Shell Game)

From: The Big Stall

Examines why climate scientists believe it is imperative to limit warming to no more than 2 degrees celsius. Discusses why turning to natural gas, as is advocated by energy corporations and many … 21 $2.10 Add
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Ungovernable
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Ungovernable

How a Refinery Became “Too Big to Fail” — and What it Means to the People of Saskatchewan

From: Unjust Transition

Chapter Five argues that the Co-op Refinery Complex in Regina, Canada, poses significant environmental and health risks to nearby residents. ; ; 29 $2.90 Add
Unjust Transition
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Unjust Transition

The Future for Fossil Fuel Workers

In 2019, Regina’s Co-op Refinery Complex (CRC), a subsidiary of Federated Co-operative, locked out Unifor Local 594 after collective bargaining negotiations failed. CRC used the transition … 232 View
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Urban Water Management

Urban Water Management

From: Dry Run

What are the opportunities for urban water management in the coming decade, the second of this century? Where should cities be looking for means and methods to meet their water supply … 22 $2.20 Add
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Water Use in Commercial and Institutional Buildings

Water Use in Commercial and Institutional Buildings

From: Dry Run

Before turning to different ways to reduce urban water demand, in this chapter we’ll get better acquainted with patterns of water use in the commercial, industrial and institutional (CII) … 26 $2.60 Add
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Water Use in the Home

Water Use in the Home

From: Dry Run

Let’s take a look now at residential water use, something that most of us are quite familiar with. The sources of water use inside the home with almost 60 percent goes for shower, toilet … 17 $1.70 Add
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Welcome to the Clean Growth Century

Welcome to the Clean Growth Century

From: The Big Stall

Analyzes Justin Trudeau’s environmental policies and his alliance with Rachel Notley. Liberal Party policies speak about capitalizing on the opportunities of a low carbon economy, but fail … 20 $2.00 Add
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What Do We Need to Do?
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What Do We Need to Do?

From: Runaway Climate

What Do We Need to Do? Personal actions, public health, role of government, fossil fuel subsidies, zero carbon commitments, carbon pricing 17 $1.70 Add
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"You're Not Boiling Milk"
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“You’re Not Boiling Milk”

Health and Safety at the Co-op Refinery

From: Unjust Transition

Chapter Six describes the significant health and safety risks at the Co-op Refinery Complex in Regina, Canada, to its workers and surrounding communities due to its hazardous operations. ; ; 25 $2.50 Add