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Bill C-312

44th Parl. 1st Sess.
February 01, 2023
National Renewable Energy Strategy Act
  • SUMMARY: Bill C-312, known as the National Renewable Energy Strategy Act, requires the Minister of Natural Resources to work with provincial governments and Indigenous governing bodies to develop and implement a national strategy. This strategy aims to ensure that by December 31, 2030, all electricity generated in Canada comes from renewable energy sources. The strategy includes objectives such as increasing renewable energy production projects, investing in research and development, cooperating on establishing new electric utilities, and creating a renewable energy economy and jobs. The Minister is also required to design and implement incentives to encourage the development of renewable energy projects and retrofitting properties with renewable energy technologies. Reports on the national strategy's effectiveness will be prepared and tabled in Parliament periodically.
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SteelmanSpren in Favour

  • Steelman argument in favor of Bill C-312: Bill C-312, the National Renewable Energy Strategy Act, is a crucial piece of legislation that aims to address the pressing need for a transition to renewable energy sources in Canada. The growing scientific consensus on the urgent need to combat climate change and reduce greenhouse gas emissions necessitates bold and innovative solutions at a national level. This act, if implemented, would provide a comprehensive roadmap to achieve the target of having 100% of electricity generated in Canada from renewable sources by December 31, 2030. By prioritizing renewable energy, this act would contribute significantly to mitigating climate change and reducing Canada's greenhouse gas emissions. The Intergovernmental Panel on Climate Change has clearly stated that global net human-caused greenhouse gas emissions must fall by 45% from 2010 levels by 2030 to avert catastrophic climate change. Achieving 100

SteelmanSpren Against

  • Steelman Argument: While the intention behind Bill C-312, the National Renewable Energy Strategy Act, is commendable, implementing a national strategy requiring 100% of electricity generated in Canada to come from renewable energy sources by December 31, 2030 may not be feasible or realistic. 1. Limited technological capabilities: Currently, renewable energy sources such as solar and wind face limitations in terms of intermittent availability and storage capacity. Relying solely on these sources for all electricity generation within a relatively short timeline may result in energy shortages and instability in the power grid. 2. Cost implications: The transition to renewable energy requires substantial investments in infrastructure, research, and development. The cost of implementing such a strategy nationwide within a short timeframe may be burdensome to the government and could result in increased energy costs for consumers and busi
House Second Reading
  • Feb. 1, 2023, 2 p.m.
  • In Progress
  • Read
House First Reading
  • Feb. 1, 2023, 4:21 p.m.
  • Passed