Manitoba's NDP government releases new energy policy emphasizing oil and gas reliance, expanding renewables, and targeting 2050 carbon neutrality.

Manitoba's NDP government, led by Premier Wab Kinew, has released a new energy policy emphasizing the continued reliance on oil and natural gas, which currently account for 73% of the province's energy. The plan includes expanding renewable energy sources, offering loan guarantees for First Nations to build wind power, and enhancing oversight of the oil and gas sector. Manitoba aims to achieve carbon neutrality by 2050 and reduce its dependence on natural gas by 2035.

September 20, 2024
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