Quebec pushes back 2030 emissions target by five years

Published 20:18 on January 22, 2026 / Last updated at 20:18 on January 22, 2026 / / Americas (Compliance Markets & Taxes, US & Canada), Net Zero Transition (Industrial Decarbonisation, Power/Electrification, Transport & Heating Fuels)

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Quebec will maintain its 37.5% emissions reduction target below 1990 levels, but has extended the deadline from 2030 to 2035, the provincial government announced on Wednesday.
Quebec will maintain its 37.5% emissions reduction target below 1990 levels, but has extended the deadline from 2030 to 2035, the provincial government announced on Wednesday.


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