Fossil fuel consumption rising despite net-zero plans worldwide

While politicians across the globe talk about a great energy transition, fossil fuel consumption has only grown. And it’s the same story here at home.

Prime Minister Justin Trudeau’s carbon tax, regulations, and policies meant to phase out fossil fuels have not achieved this goal, write Julio Mejia and Elmira Aliakbari.The Hill Times photograph by Andrew Meade

Opinion

BY JULIO MEJIA, ELMIRA ALIAKBARI

August 8, 2024

During a recent speech in Brazil, U.S. Treasury Secretary Janet Yellen said that “many sources”—including governments—must spend “no less than $3...

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