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Yes, Canada's carbon tax has been effective in reducing emissions and has had other positive effects: Reduced emissions British Columbia's carbon tax reduced greenhouse emissions by 16% compared to a 3% increase in the rest of Canada. The tax is estimated to have reduced emissions in the province by up to 15%. Economic growth British Columbia's economy grew at one of the fastest rates in Canada, and the province's real GDP grew 12.4% between 2007 and 2014. Reduced fossil fuel use British Columbia's carbon tax reduced the use of gasoline and natural gas by seven per cent per person. Increased fuel-efficient cars There's evidence that the tax spurred people to buy more fuel-efficient cars. Climate action incentives 80% of Canadians receive more in climate action incentives than they pay in excess energy costs. Perception gap plagues Canada's carbon price | Citizens ... Carbon pricing is one of the most effective ways to reduce greenhouse gas emissions that cause climate change. It creates a financial incentive for people and businesses to pollute less.
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