Canadian opponents of LNG development happily pushed on social media a new study finding that liquefied natural gas leaves a greenhouse gas footprint that is “33% worse than coal” for generating electricity. But they failed to point out that it’s not applicable to our Canadian LNG. Making its finding, the Cornell University study led by …
Our newsletter: 29 August 2024 LNG and First Nations in the news News media have been buzzing with stories and headlines about Canadian LNG, and the role of First Nations in its development. Geoff Russ, for example, wrote in National Post: “B.C.’s transformation into a major player in oil and gas has been a triumph. . …
Back in 1667, Canada (or, then, “New France”) began to export some natural resources (fish and timber) to the West Indies and France. Later came the famous fur trade, using another natural resource, with First Nations involvement. Then came mining, and Canada sent much gold to Europe. Later came oil and gas: The first natural …
The Haisla Nation and Pembina Pipeline Corporation are going ahead with the Cedar LNG project in B.C., with a target time of late 2028 for starting operations and exports. Crystal Smith, elected chief councillor of the Haisla, said: “With Cedar LNG, we have proven that Indigenous communities can successfully forge a path to economic independence and …
A message from Karen Ogen, Alliance CEO: The Alliance heartily congratulates the Haisla Nation, Cedar LNG, and Pembina Pipeline Corporation on their announcement that the Cedar LNG project will go ahead. The positive Final Investment Decision (FID) means a greater future for the Haisla People, bringing them opportunities and benefits and revenues. But it also …
