Joe Vipond

Dr. Joe Vipond, a medical doctor and co-founder of the Calgary Climate Hub, discusses the pressing issue of wildfires in Canada amid the push for fewer regulations on oil and gas development. He emphasizes the need for the climate movement to stay active and reshape narratives away from a petrostate perspective. Vipond critiques the media's ties to the oil industry, urging for independent journalism. He also highlights the importance of public involvement in climate policy and advocates for community initiatives to combat climate change effectively.

Dr. Chris Ragan and Dr. Joe Vipond discuss carbon pricing's success in reducing industrial emissions and getting Alberta off coal. They address misinformation, how over 400 economists support rebates, and the link between climate change and inflation. The importance of effective climate policies for Canada's economic opportunities is emphasized.