Some U.S. states ethanol, biodiesel, and low carbon fuel legislation

This outlines several states legisaltion mostly related to ethanol and biodiesels, including Illinois, Michigan, Minnesota, Washington, California, and Iowas (note only California was listed a shaving a low carbon fuel …

I was disappointed with the Canadians

On Feb. 10 this year, two Canadian government officials appeared before a public hearing in Wisconsin to deliver a solemn warning.

The state was then considering adoption of broad climate …

Studies Confirm Tar Sands Dirtiest of Dirty Oils – NRDC blog

This blog post from NRDC’s Susan Casey-Lefkowitz analyzes the two life cycle assessment reports commissioned by the Alberta Energy Research Insitute.

“Studies Confirm Tar Sands Dirtiest of Dirty Oils.” Susan …

Alberta helped stop Maryland climate bill: Premier Stelmach

The Alberta government helped block global warming legislation in the state of Maryland, according to Premier Ed Stelmach.  Read more…….

‘We got that deleted’ Canada’s oil sands lobby twisting Washington’s arm – Media

“As U.S. senators debate some of the most sweeping climate change laws in American history, a powerful lobbying effort led by Canadian officials and huge oil firms may be winning …

Alberta to strengthen ties with western U.S. leaders – minister to emphasize environment, energy and economy

This is a Government of Alberta press release and trip itinerary. Iris Evans’ trip to this meeting is significant because the Western Governors’ Association has recommended adopting a low carbon …

Air Resources Board presentation at third crude oil screening work group meeting

“Low Carbon Fuel Standard.” ARB Presentation at Third Crude Oil Screening Workgroup Meeting. June 16, 2010.…

Renner to advance cross-border clean energy dialogue

Press release and itinerary for Rob Renner’s lobbying mission to Boston, Harrisburg, and Trenton.

-”In Boston, Renner will meet with representatives from the Northeast States for Coordinated Air Use Management …

A comparison of California and British Columbia’s low carbon fuel standards – NRDC and Environmental Defence

This document provides a good background on low carbon fuel standards, and compares California’s LCFS with British Columbia’s.

“A Comparison of California and British Columbia’s Low Carbon Fuel Standards.” Environmental …

Outline of considerations in the development of a screening process for crude oils

This is the process Canada tar sands oil would have to go through. Because tar sands oil would end up being classified as a High Carbon Intensity Fuel, Canada has …

Alberta works quietly to improve image of oil sands

This New York Times article gives a good introduction into Alberta’s lobbying in the United Sates.  Read more….

Scenario brief- Canadian officials meet with Gary Doer and embassy officials

This document provides a scenario brief for a meeting with several Canadian Officials and Delegates with Gary Doer and other Canadian Embassy officials.  The meeting discusses collaboration between Canada and …

US standards to reduce GHG emissions limits from 2012-2016

This memorandum’s focus is to provide information regarding the U.S. national regulations on GHG emissions on new cars and light trucks of the 2012-2016 model years and California’s support in …

Gary Mar’s testimony to the Senate Select Committee on Clean Energy in regards to Wisconsin’s Senate Bill 450 on climate change

This document displays how the Government of Alberta is interfering with climate legislation at the state level. Gary Mar’s purpose is to make sure any potential low carbon fuel standard …

Recent developments on LCFS initiatives in the US

This document provides information on current LCFS programs currently in place within the U.S.; the document highlights the California LCFS, the first of its kind in the U.S.  This has …

California Air Resources Board – LCFS Final Statement of Reasons

“CALIFORNIA’S LOW CARBON FUEL STANDARD: FINAL STATEMENT OF REASONS.” CARB. December 2009.

Midwestern governors meeting – Low Carbon Fuel Standard with Suncor

This is the agenda from the Midwestern Governors Meeting (a non-profit, non-partisan organization which brings together the governors of 10 Midwestern states). On the first day there was a panel …

Consultation paper on the measures necessary for the implementation of Article 7a(5)

“Consultation paper on the measures necessary for the implementation of Article 7a(5).” European Commission.

Jacobs Consultancy – Executive Summary – life cycle analysis

Executive summary of life cycle analysis report by Jacobs Consultancy. The report was commissioned by Alberta Energy Research Institute. From the first sentence of this document it becomes clear that …

Northeast and mid-atlantic states regional low carbon fuel standard stakeholder meeting

This meeting on LCFS held by the New Jersey Bureau of Public Utilities in Newark was attended by Alberta’s man in Washington, Gary Mar. His comments are summarized on page …

U.S-Canada clean energy dialogue action plan – report to leaders

The U.S.-Canada Clean Energy Dialogue Action Plan expresses the need for joint collaboration between both Canada and the US to combat climate change and implement legislation to enforce lower carbon …

U.S-Canada clean energy dialogue action plan

The U.S.-Canada Clean Energy Dialogue Action Plan expresses the need for joint collaboration between both Canada and the US to combat climate change and implement legislation to enforce lower carbon …

Jacob’s Consultancy – Life Cycle Assessment Comparison of North American and Imported Crudes

This is the full Jacobs Consultancy 220 page report commissioned by Alberta Energy Research Institute.

NRDC’s Susan Casey-Lefkowitz wrote an analysis on this report: http://switchboard.nrdc.org/blogs/sclefkowitz/studies_confirm_tar_sands_dirt.html

“Life Cycle Assessment Comparison of …

TIAX LLC – Executive Summary – life cycle analysis report prepared for The Alberta Energy Research Institute

Executive Summary of TIAX report commissioned by Alberta Energy Research Institute.  The report’s objective is to provide a transparent quantification of well to tank GHG emissions for specific Canadian crude …

TIAX LLC – life cycle analysis report prepared for The Alberta Energy Research Institute

“Comparison of North American and Imported Crude Oil Lifecycle GHG Emissions” report commissioned by Alberta Energy Research Institute.

NRDC’s Susan Casey-Lefkowitz wrote an analysis on this report: http://switchboard.nrdc.org/blogs/sclefkowitz/studies_confirm_tar_sands_dirt.html

“Comparison of …