New Brunswick announces plan to phase out coal generation

• 7 years ago (2016-12-08)
• David Flin

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The Canadian province of New Brunswick has announced plans to completely phase out coal-fired electricity generation by 2030. In its new action plan “Transitioning to a Low-Carbon Economy”, New Brunswick has committed to work with the Federal Government, neighbouring provinces, local stakeholders, and the electricity utility toward eliminating coal-fired power generation as quickly as possible.

Brian Gallant, Premier of New Brunswick, said: “Climate change is the most important issue to face humankind in modern times. New Brunswick must do its part to combat it. This plan will help us combat climate change in a way that respects New Brunswick’s economy, challenges, and opportunities.”

Electricity generation accounts for 31 per cent of the province’s emissions, followed by industry at 29 per cent, and transport at 25 per cent.