The Environment in Canada Podcast Control, Don’t Appease, the Middle Ground AND Avoid Internal Fights - Plus a Pipeline MOU Response
Nov 29, 2025
The discussion centers on a recent pipeline agreement that ditches an emissions cap, seen as a betrayal to climate advocates for the benefit of U.S. shareholders. Listeners are encouraged to take local action for renewables and to oppose the weakening of anti-greenwashing laws. The host emphasizes the need to control dialogues rather than appease middle grounds, framing radical ideas to reach broader audiences. Strategies for reducing internal conflict in activism and the importance of focusing on shared goals are highlighted, alongside the call for strategic empathy towards opponents.
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Democracy Is Central To Environmental Protection
- Democracy loss and environmental harm are linked; wealthy polluters target democracy to protect profits.
- Protecting democracy is essential to addressing climate change, biodiversity loss, and a renewable future.
Pipeline MOU Betrays Climate Survivors
- The pipeline MOU removed the emissions cap and benefits primarily foreign shareholders, undermining climate survivors' demands.
- Renewables, not pipelines, are framed as the real path to energy independence and sovereignty.
Push Renewables, Not Fossil Infrastructure
- Advocate for renewable investments and community renewables training instead of fossil infrastructure.
- Call MPs and sign petitions to oppose the MOU and demand renewable ambition now.