A nation-building project that will protect the environment and our health

A transition away from fossil fuels to renewable energy has the potential to create a safer and healthier environment, less suffering from the ongoing effects of continued greenhouse gas emissions, and a stronger economy driven by the new jobs created.
Tim Hodgson
The best choice for a “nation-building project” for Energy Minister Tim Hodgson to consider would be the development of a national east-west electricity grid, write Richard van der Jagt and Geoff Strong.

Canada needs a "nation-building project" that reduces carbon emissions, climate warming, and energy costs, while saving lives and creating jobs. If it done successfully, it could become a legacy with many benefits.

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