Our recent research finds that clean growth will produce an additional 19,000 jobs in the construction sector, and another 20,500 net new jobs in other sectors of the economy. Here’s how Budget 2020 should help make these jobs a reality and ensure Canadians have the skills to benefit from a cleaner economy.

Check out SPI’s blogs and videos on four good bets for how Budget 2020 can launch us in the right direction.

Canada’s nature is a fundamental piece of the puzzle for fighting climate change. The Government’s commitment to plant two billion trees acknowledges that. But it’s feasible that using nature to fight climate change could undermine biodiversity and the other important ecosystem services that nature provides. Our new report makes the case for governments considering climate benefits and nature benefits through a single policy lens.

January 22, 2019

Successfully conveying research findings to policymakers is critical to support effective and informed decision-making and policy results for a stronger, cleaner economy. This webinar explores how students and researchers can translate their findings into impactful Policy Briefs, reports, government submissions, and briefing notes.