Creating an Achievable Climate Change Solution for Canada

The video discusses the importance of setting realistic stretch goals, particularly in the context of electric vehicle targets in Ontario. It highlights the challenges faced by car manufacturers in meeting these targets and the potential impact on investment from global automakers. The discussion also touches on the paradox of promoting climate change initiatives while trying to attract investment in the automotive sector. The speaker emphasizes the need for careful planning and consultation with the industry to reconcile these issues.

What is the main challenge in achieving the target of 1.7 million electric vehicles in Ontario by 2025?

• Limited production capacity of car makers

• Lack of consumer interest

• High cost of electric vehicles

• Insufficient charging infrastructure

What is the concern regarding the message being sent to global automakers?

• Ontario is not interested in electric vehicles

• Ontario lacks skilled labor for manufacturing

• Ontario's policies may not welcome all automaker products

• Ontario is not a good place for investment

How do Toyota and Honda contribute to the Ontario car market?

• They do not have any manufacturing plants in Ontario

• They import all their vehicles from Japan

• They manufacture over 50% of their vehicles in Ontario

• They only sell electric vehicles in Ontario

What is the paradox mentioned in the final section regarding Ontario's climate change plan?

• Promoting electric vehicles while banning gas cars

• Encouraging investment while limiting vehicle types

• Supporting local automakers while importing vehicles

• Reducing emissions while increasing car production

What is suggested as a solution to the issues raised in the final section?

• Focusing solely on electric vehicle production

• Ignoring the climate change plan

• Reducing investment in car manufacturing

• Consulting with the industry for a balanced approach