Conversations That Matter: The Sensible Environmentalist
Mark Jaccard, the chair and CEO of the British Columbia Utilities Commission, is a vocal advocate for truth in the conversation about energy production in Canada. In his book, The Citizen’s Guide to Climate Success, Jaccard highlights the importance of overcoming myths that hinder progress in addressing climate change.
Jaccard emphasizes the need to focus on reality rather than political myths, especially in light of recent policy reversals that have impacted carbon pricing efforts. He notes that societal and political interest in climate change tends to be cyclical, making it challenging to maintain momentum for meaningful action.
Despite the urgency of addressing carbon concentration increases and their impacts, Jaccard points out that misinformation from both climate activists and industry PR campaigns can complicate the debate. By dispelling exaggerations and promoting open dialogue, he believes that realistic strategies can be developed to tackle climate and economic challenges effectively.
In a recent Conversation That Matters interview, Jaccard explored the importance of finding a path towards constructive dialogue and actionable solutions for climate change. To learn more about his career and insights, visit careersthatmatter.ca.
Save the date for Conversations Live on Sept. 16, where the focus will be on investing in B.C. in partnership with First Nations. Join the conversation at Conversations Live.
