Saskatchewan Tribunal Warns of Economic Fallout from Proposed Federal Emissions Cap
A new report claims the federal cap on oil and gas emissions could lead to significant job losses and revenue decline by 2050.
- The tribunal report, commissioned by the Saskatchewan Party government, predicts a $43 billion loss in government revenue by 2050.
- Up to 34,000 jobs in the oil and gas sector could be at risk due to the proposed federal regulations.
- The federal draft regulations aim to cut emissions by 35 to 38 percent of 2019 levels by 2030.
- The report argues that the emissions cap will not reduce global emissions, as other countries may increase their oil production.
- Justice Minister Bronwyn Eyre led the tribunal that produced the report, emphasizing the economic risks for Saskatchewan.