Uncertain impact for BC’s carbon tax

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In an effort to help cut greenhouse gas pollution, Britsh Columbia has adopted North America’s largest carbon tax. But as the World’s Jason Margolis reports, the tax may still be too small to be making a difference. Download MP3 (flickr photo: courtesy of wburris)

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Ontario’s green energy plan

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Ontario’s new green energy plan is the most ambitious in North America. It would phase out coal-fired power plants within five years and agressively push renewables and conservation. Opponents say it will push up energy costs and harm business and consumers. Anita Elash has the story from Toronto. Download MP3

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