Canada, Mexico and the United States have signed a draft agreement to curb greenhouse gas emissions while increasing their energy interdependence. The memorandum of understanding commits the North American Free Trade Agreement partners to share data on energy supplies and distribution, as well as new clean energy initiatives, accelerate development of technologies such as carbon capture and storage and improve energy efficiency across the continent. “Canada is committed to working with our NAFTA partners, including Mexico, in order to address climate change through an ambitious global agreement,” said Prime Minister Justin Trudeau.
Canada, Mexico and the United States have signed a draft agreement to curb greenhouse gas emissions while increasing their energy interdependence. The memorandum of understanding commits the North American Free Trade Agreement partners to share data on energy supplies and distribution, as well as new clean energy initiatives, accelerate development of technologies such as carbon capture and storage and improve energy efficiency across the continent. The trio will also collaborate on environmental stewardship.