GC42 Reducing Carbon Emissions (GC42 2015-021)

That the 42nd General Council 2015: 

  1. Support a long-term global emission reduction goal consistent with the Paris agreement; 

  2. Recognize that a major portion of the Canadian economy produces products that generate carbon emissions such as electricity, transportation, manufacturing, mining, and production of oil and gas; 

  3. Remember:

    1. the impact on the overall economy of Canada; 

    2. the impact on the individuals employed (families) in the various industries noted above; 

    3. the impact on the communities and communities of faith throughout Canada; 

  4. Encourage investment in green renewable energy and energy efficiency; and 

  5. Encourage investment in training, and job creation. 

  6. Direct the Executive of the General Council to take appropriate action to implement this policy. 

 

GC42 2015 ROP, pp. 172, 414

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