Speaking at the COP26 conference, the Quebec environment minister says the goal is to have the entire provincial government fleet consist of zero-emissions vehicles by 2040
Charette issued a statement saying the government is setting an example and hopes to position the province as a North American leader in the fight against climate change.
Quebec also says it intends to add charging stations at government establishments and is promising to reduce 60 per cent of greenhouse gas emissions from government buildings before 2030. It says close to 25 per cent of greenhouse gas emissions in Quebec come from the governmental vehicle fleet and agencies.
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