Alberta premier defends oil and gas growth, clashes with federal MPs over net zero path

Published 16:11 on October 24, 2025 / Last updated at 19:16 on October 24, 2025 / / Americas (US & Canada), Net Zero Transition (Industrial Decarbonisation, Investment, Reporting & Disclosure)

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Alberta Premier Danielle Smith defended her government’s oil and gas ambitions while reaffirming a 2050 net zero goal Thursday, highlighting tensions with Ottawa over climate policy. 
Alberta Premier Danielle Smith defended her government’s oil and gas ambitions while reaffirming a 2050 net zero goal Thursday, highlighting tensions with Ottawa over climate policy. 


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