Province Releases Annual Climate Report

The BC Government has released its annual Climate Change Accountability Report.

The report is based on 2022 emissions data and highlights actions completed in 2023 and 2024, as well as actions underway or planned for the year ahead.

The Province says It provides the most up-to-date assessment of British Columbia’s efforts to cut greenhouse gas emissions and build a low-carbon economy.

The Government says since 2007, the base year for B.C.’s climate goals, emissions have remained relatively stable and are projected to decline by 20% by 2030.

Emissions per person are down by more than 21% and emissions per unit of GDP are down by more than 30%.

“British Columbia has been a leader in demonstrating solutions that have been replicated elsewhere from methane regulations to low-carbon fuel standards,” said Adrian Dix, Minister of Energy and Climate Solutions.

“While this progress has been substantial, it has not been enough to be on track to meet the targets. I want British Columbians to know that we will continue to strengthen our efforts to reduce emissions, while ensuring people have more affordable and sustainable options available to them.”

Some of the incentive-based results the Province is highlighting include sales of zero-emission vehicles. In 2023, they made up nearly one in four new vehicle sales for an increase of 25% from 2022.

Also, heat pump installations increased by 67% over the previous year, supported by rebates and expanded access.

To support the shift to a low-carbon future and ensure affordable, reliable energy for the growing population, the government says it is making major investments in expanding access to made-in-B.C. renewable power sources, including ten new wind and solar projects that are being accelerated to deliver power as soon as possible.

In addition, BC Hydro is investing $36 billion through its 10-year capital plan to expand and strengthen community and regional electrical infrastructure to ensure clean power can be delivered to new homes, businesses and industries.

To learn more, visit Government of British Columbia.