Canada is one of the largest producers of hydroelectric power in the world. The energy policies are different for federal and provincial governments, and with ten provinces and three territories, there are been some inconsistencies in the implementation of these laws and policies. Canadian Green Energy Law and Policy explains every aspect of Green Energy law and policy.

Authored by a leading energy law practitioner, this text is your essential guide to the legal and policy framework governing Green Energy initiatives in Canada. It provides in-depth discussion on key topics such as:

• What is Green Energy
• Green Energy policy objectives and concepts
• Reducing greenhouse gas emissions
• Other environmental and societal benefits
• Sustainability
• Green economy and green jobs
• Jurisdiction over energy matters in Canada constitutional principles and implications
• Canadian Green Energy policy
• National, regional, and provincial policy initiatives
• Provincial and territorial plans and strategies
• Canadian Green Energy law
• Green energy mandates
• Sustainable development
• Greenhouse gases
• Energy uses