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VICTORIA — Mark Zacharias, special advisor at Clean Energy Canada, made the following statement in response to the scheduled April 1 federal carbon price increase from $40 to $50 per tonne of emissions:
“Today’s carbon price is a step forward for one of the most important policies driving Canada’s shift to clean energy, and that shift will ultimately make life more affordable for Canadians.
“While the increase will add just over 2 cents a litre to the price of gasoline, changing global geopolitics and supply constraints have recently driven gas prices up 50 cents a litre in some regions. The best way to benefit the bank accounts of Canadian families is to switch to technologies that reduce or avoid fossil fuels altogether.
“Indeed, many of the most successful carbon-cutting technologies save money as well as reduce emissions, from heat pumps to more energy efficient appliances to electric vehicles. Additionally, many of these solutions are eligible for government grants or incentives that make them more affordable and accessible.
“Under the federal government’s carbon price, most Canadians receive more money back than they pay. But reducing your carbon footprint doesn’t reduce your rebate amount, meaning carbon pricing still effectively encourages you to adopt a cleaner, more affordable lifestyle.
“A Clean Energy Canada report released yesterday compared the whole ownership costs of equivalent gas and electric cars—from purchasing to refuelling to maintenance—and found that EV versions always end up cheaper than their gas counterparts, despite their higher sticker price. For four of the six car comparisons performed, the ownership cost savings of going electric ranged from $15,000 to over $19,000.
“And let’s not forget that the status quo isn’t a viable option. The price is already high: billions in damage from extreme weather events, increases in food prices and rising healthcare costs. The less we do, the bigger it gets.
“In short, far from being another line item on an ever-expanding bill, Canada’s pollution-cutting policies—like carbon pricing—are key to protecting Canadian wallets from the volatility of fossil fuels and the havoc of climate change.”
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