Ontario's 2030 Emissions Targets in Doubt, Auditor Finds
Ontario's emissions reduction goals face uncertainty, according to the auditor general's report. The government may have underestimated emissions and is unlikely to meet its 2030 targets. Environment Minister Todd McCarthy acknowledges the challenge, balancing economic pressures and climate commitments.
Government modelling indicates Ontario will fall short of its 2030 emissions reduction targets by 3.5 megatonnes. The auditor general's report suggests underestimation in several sectors, including transportation and waste, further slipping the emissions reduction goal. To meet the target now, Ontario would need to remove half of all fossil-fuelled passenger vehicles from roads in just five years.
Minister McCarthy, however, remains cautious. He insists on balancing economic pressures from the U.S. trade war and reducing emissions. The government has rejected most of the auditor general's recommendations, including more public reporting on emissions targets. Ontario does not have emissions targets beyond 2030, and the government has not committed to meeting the current targets due to economic uncertainty.
The auditor general's report highlights the challenges in Ontario's emissions reduction efforts. Despite the government's commitment to balancing economic pressures and climate action, it remains uncertain whether the 2030 targets will be met. The government's rejection of additional public reporting and the lack of long-term emissions targets raise questions about the province's climate strategy.
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