This time we can vote positive for the environment and energy

The federal government needs to enact a national environmental protection plan that reduces greenhouse gas (GHG) emissions now.
A national energy security policy that funds and addresses inter-provincial energy distribution, promoting clean energy sources, implementing just transition programs for workers and protecting Canada’s energy autonomy in trade agreements.
Energy alternatives must be researched and developed in the public sector. Public ownership and operation of power generation will uphold the right to energy for a growing population.

How the Liberals have failed

GHG emissions have risen 24 per cent after 12 years of Liberal government.
Canada has become a worse polluter than the United States.
The Liberals have given away our autonomy in power generation and increased fossil fuels exported to the U.S. under the North American Free Trade Agreement.

Why the Conservatives are worse

Harper said he would reject the Kyoto accord and let corporations meet voluntary cuts to GHG emissions.
Support from oil-rich Alberta means the Conservatives would reject moves to a green economy.

What the New Democrats say

A proposed Clean Air Act and Clean Water Act means the NDP have a plan to reduce GHGs.
The NDP would force industry to prove a chemical is safe before it goes to market under the proposed Polluter Pay and Toxic Pollution Reduction Act.
In early 2005 the NDP forced the Liberals to commit $900 million to energy efficiency retrofit programs and public transit.