The Environment in Canada Podcast Wind Power & Electric Vehicles are Good for Canada - as is Solar!
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Sep 16, 2025 The discussion highlights renewable energy's crucial role in Canada, focusing on wind power and electric vehicles. Misconceptions pushed by oil and gas advocates are debunked, underscoring the benefits of transitioning to cleaner energy. The episode emphasizes making electric vehicles accessible for all economic classes, particularly for used car buyers. Supportive government policies are called for to enhance the availability of affordable EVs, ultimately aiming to reduce transportation costs and tackle climate change head-on.
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Fossil Interests Drive Anti-Wind Disinformation
- Oil and gas interests and allied US actors spread disinformation to slow wind and renewables adoption in Canada.
- These campaigns aim to preserve fossil fuel demand and delay energy independence through legal and PR tactics.
Wind Is Cheap, Recyclable, And Not A Whale Threat
- Onshore wind is among the cheapest new electricity sources, far below new gas or advanced nuclear costs.
- Most turbine materials are recyclable and offshore wind has no proven link to large whale deaths per NOAA.
Use Fact Sheets To Counter Myths
- Share Sierra Club fact sheets and the linked myth-busting pages when discussing wind and solar with others.
- Use accessible sources to counter myths and show renewables' local benefits like jobs and cheaper energy.