The Environment in Canada Podcast How We’ll Win PLUS Sierra Club U.S. Sues Trump Admin for DOGE Records
Nov 15, 2025
This episode dives into the optimism of the climate movement, highlighting strategies that empower action against oil and gas interests. It explores the importance of democracy in effective environmental protection and the economic advantages of renewable energy. Listeners learn about Sierra Club U.S.'s lawsuit for transparency regarding the Trump administration's connections to polluters, including questionable oil demand scenarios. The episode emphasizes practical steps to support community transitions and combat greenwashing in Canada.
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Underdog Strategy Wins Climate Fight
- An underdog climate movement can win by refusing to lose while big oil must win completely to avoid defeat.
- Momentum, economics, and public support already tip the balance toward renewables.
Renewables Are Economically Winning
- Energy economics increasingly favors renewables and undermines oil and gas business models.
- Public support in Canada is strong, with 93% backing anti-greenwashing laws.
Democracy Is A Barrier To Big Oil
- Oil and gas interests push disinformation and authoritarian tactics to preserve markets.
- Their strategy aims to erode democracy because democratic choice threatens their profits.