It’s been a busy month in Alberta energy politics. In early August, the provincial government caught many by surprise with a six-month pause on any new solar and wind projects that would produce more than one megawatt of power.
Since then, Premier Danielle Smith has doubled down on her vow not to go along with the federal government’s plan to get to a net ... Show More
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Mark Carney and war in the Middle East
U.S. President Trump announced Thursday that Israel and Lebanon have agreed to a 10-day ceasefire, following diplomatic talks in Washington. This follows an intense period of violence, in which more than 2100 people have been killed in Lebanon, including a Canadian citizen.Prime ... Show More
34m 50s
Apr 16
Duelling blockades hold global economy hostage
The energy crisis spurred by Iran’s closure of the Strait of Hormuz is wreaking economic havoc on much of the world; especially in Asia and Europe, where shortages have already forced people to ration fuel, travel less for work, and pay more for food. And it could all get even wo ... Show More
23m 18s
Oct 2022
How the Alberta NDP Competes In One of Canada's Most Conservative Provinces
Alberta is one of Canada's most conservative provinces, with an economy and culture that might be compared to Texas. However despite this lean, the Alberta NDP, a social-democratic party, has been able to find electoral success. That may be owed to where the party deviates from o ... Show More
37m 20s
Mar 2021
A Wind Farm in Coal Country
<p>Wyoming has powered the nation with coal for generations. Many in the state consider the industry part of their identity.</p><p>It is in this state, and against this cultural backdrop, that one of America’s largest wind farms will be built.</p><p>Today, we look at how and why ... Show More
26m 55s