Cory Morgan: What Does Guilbeault’s Uncharacteristic Position at COP27 Signal?
Commentary
The 2022 United Nations Climate Change Conference (COP27) came and went with less fanfare than these gatherings usually have. The annual gabfest provides the opportunity for activists, politicians, and celebrities to fly private jets across the world to gather in luxury hotels and chide people for their consumption of petrochemical products.
Usually, many nations set commitments to end or reduce fossil fuel use on long timelines that are rarely if ever met. This time, in a surprise move, Environment Minister Steven Guilbeault resisted pressure to sign a commitment being pushed by India to completely phase out fossil fuels. Guilbeault wasn’t alone, and debate was heated among nations before the initiative ultimately failed to make the cut for COP27 commitments….