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“To put it in context, the federal government was, at the beginning [of the Vancouver meeting], talking about a $15-per-tonne floor for carbon emissions. We're at $30 a tonne, so we're already double that. But our economy is growing at a faster rate - three per cent of GDP is our projected growth…” quote by Christy Clark
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“To put it in context, the federal government was, at the beginning [of the Vancouver meeting], talking about a $15-per-tonne floor for carbon emissions. We're at $30 a tonne, so we're already double that. But our economy is growing at a faster rate - three per cent of GDP is our projected growth in British Columbia.”

Christy Clark

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Source Speech: Vancouver Climate Meeting, 2022

Carbon pricing has risen sharply, outpacing growth, highlighting tension between environmental policy and economic expansion.

In simple terms: Carbon costs are rising faster than growth.

Key Takeaway

Balance climate goals with economic health.

Themes

environment economics policy growth

Mood

concerned urgent

Type

policy analysis

When to use this quote

  • government budgeting
  • energy sector
  • public debate
  • business planning

Key Concepts

carbon pricing regional development

Questions to Reflect On

  • What measures can protect vulnerable groups?
  • How can growth be decoupled from emissions?
A Different Perspective

Higher prices may hurt low‑income households without safeguards.

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