This handbook provides an overview of the key environmental issues in Ontario in 2003 for decision-makers, the media and the public. The handbook consists of an introduction and seven chapters dealing with specific issues (Air Quality; Water; Urban Sprawl and Smart Growth; Municpal and Hazardous Waste Management; Electricity and Energy; Forestry and Parks; and Governance).

"A Closer Look at Costs" examines the latest research on the economic impacts and opportunities of reducing GHG emissions and adapting to climate change.

This report updates the Pembina Institute's 2001 publication A Comparison of Combustion Technologies for Electricity Generation, republished in 2004 as Appendix 4 in Power for the Future: Towards A Sustainable Electricity System in Ontario.

This report examines measures implemented by governments in the U.S. and Canada to reduce greenhouse gas (GHG) emissions from all the major source categories, with the exception of agriculture. The report aims to capture as many as possible of the leading initiatives implemented in the U.S. at both federal and state levels, and to compare these to the initiatives implemented in Canada at both the federal level and in the five provinces that account for 89% of Canada's GHG emissions — Alberta, British Columbia, Ontario, Quebec and Saskatchewan.

The purpose of this study was to conduct a comparative analysis of fiscal policies and programs related to hydrogen fuel and fuel cell development.

High mineral prices and investor-friendly policies are driving new mining development across Northwest British Columbia. This primer considers potential impacts from one proposed project: Fortune Minerals' Mt. Klappan Coal Mine, located in the "sacred headwaters" region. The project would open pristine wilderness to new activity and substantially increase British Columbia's production of coal — one of the most concentrated sources of climate change pollution.

The Canadian Renewable Energy Alliance (CanREA), of which Pembina is a founding member has produced a model national renewable energy and energy efficiency strategy for Canada. The model strategy includes an overall framework plus a series of 8 specific recommendations on areas ranging from energy efficiency to biofuels. Each set of recommendations is accompanied by a background paper.

This report was commissioned by the Canadian Arctic Resources Committee and the Canadian Parks and Wilderness Society, Yukon and Northwest Territories chapters. This report estimate of the extent and pace of development that could occur if known and potential reserves of gas hydrocarbons are developed in three fields within northern Canada: the Mackenzie Delta, Colville Hills and Peel Plateau.

Pursuant to s. 21.1 of the Auditor General Act, respecting federal tax and other subsidies to the oil and gas industry that undermine government spending and regulations aimed at complying with the Kyoto Protocol and fighting climate change.

This report outlines a Quick Start energy efficiency strategy for Ontario. Drawing on the experience in the US with successful state level energy efficiency programs, the report outlines three cross cutting initiatives and nine specific programs to be undertaken in Ontario. Total estimated savings resulting from the programs would be the equivalent of 4500MW of generating capacity, over and above existing programs.

This paper examines approaches to integrated watershed management in the United States, and assesses their potential applicability to drinking water source water protection in Ontario.

This 13-page paper presents some concepts and options that reflect initial thoughts from the Pembina Institute on electricity sector planning for Alberta. The paper's six policy proposals focus on conserving energy and improving energy efficiency, and on increasing the use of low-impact renewable energy. The proposed Smart Electricity Policy for Alberta addresses the current pricing and supply crisis while also ensuring the development of a stable and sustainable electricity market for the future.

Pembina's guide to the Clean Development Mechanism (CDM) - Second Edition provides Canadian companies as well as potential project hosts in developing countries with all the information necessary to develop environmentally sound CDM projects. The Guide covers the international rules governing the CDM, project types, the role of CDM financing, special features of energy efficiency projects, simplified development and approval procedures for small-scale projects, and examples of CDM project opportunities in four Asian countries.

Pembina presents a compromise transit plan for Toronto that combines subway, light rail, underground and surface transit options.