Canada Sets 2035 Emissions Reduction Target of 45–50% Below 2005 Levels

The new target builds on Canada’s 2030 climate goals and aims to advance a net-zero economy by 2050 while fostering economic growth and innovation.

Canada’s 2035 emissions reduction target aims for a 45–50% decrease in greenhouse gas emissions compared to 2005 levels, aligning with its commitment to the Paris Agreement and the Canadian Net-Zero Emissions Accountability Act.
The target builds on the existing 2030 goal of reducing emissions by 40–45% and is part of Canada’s legally mandated five-year climate action milestones toward achieving net-zero emissions by 2050.
Key strategies include advancing clean electricity regulations, incentivizing clean technologies, and expanding carbon pollution pricing, which has already contributed significantly to emissions reductions since 2019.
The initiative is expected to attract up to $25 billion annually in investments, create jobs, and position Canada as a leader in green innovation and clean technology exports.
The plan incorporates Indigenous knowledge, scientific research, and public consultation, with a detailed 2035 Emissions Reduction Plan to be published by 2029 to ensure accountability and progress.