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WHAT PEOPLE ARE SAYING ABOUT
MANITOBA’S CLIMATE CHANGE ACTION
North American climate change leaders said today’s announcement is another example of the
strong leadership being shown by provinces and states.
“I applaud Manitoba for taking an important step forward in our fight against global warming.
Neither California nor Manitoba can solve this problem alone, but together with our other
partners from around the world, we can have a tremendous effect in building a greener world.”
 California Governor Arnold Schwarzenegger.
“I congratulate Manitoba for taking a leadership role on climate change. Not only will
Manitoba’s efforts help reduce harmful emissions but it sets a positive example for other
provinces and territories to follow.”  David Suzuki
“I want to congratulate Manitoba on its continued leadership. The impacts of climate change
are being felt well beyond our individual borders and it is important that like-minded provinces
and states work together. By building regional coalitions and showing leadership, we can
protect the environment and build greener economies.”  Arizona Gov. Janet Napolitano.
“The plan not only takes a comprehensive approach to addressing emissions from our
transport sector but also recognizes the significant potential to expand green business
opportunities for our province, leveraging existing green emission technologies and expansion
of transit use.”  John Marinucci, president and CEO, New Flyer Industries
“Introducing legislation on climate targets sends a strong signal on Manitoba's commitment to
addressing climate change. I think the government should be commended for taking this
action. This plan makes important strides in addressing greenhouse gas emissions from
agriculture and transportation, which represent almost two thirds of Manitoba's emissions.”
 International Institute for Sustainable Development CEO and president David Runnalls
Note: Arizona, California and Manitoba are members of the Western Climate Initiative (WCI),
which has established firm greenhouse gas reduction targets and is committed to higher
vehicle emission standards, sharing best practices, participating in the Climate Registry
and designing a multi-sector, market-based mechanism to reduce emissions.