Dan Pfeffer

Engagement regarding tax filing policies, and the tax filing season. Discussions on the Government of Canada's File My Return Initiative.

Raise awareness and profile of the Canadian Council for Sustainable Aviation Fuels among public office holders. Explain the environmental benefits of using sustainable aviation fuels. Discuss issues pertaining to sustainable aviation fuels, including government support for the production of these fuels and the usage of sustainable aviation fuel by industry and government

Waste management regulations, particularly in relation to landfill gas collection requirements The Clean Fuels Regulation developed under the Canadian Environmental Protection Act, and ensuring biogas and Renewable Natural Gas can be successful credit generators The Canadian Biogas Association advocates for support to biogas projects and infrastructure, including that led by the agricultural sector, the municipal sector, the waste sector and the private sector. Tax regulations as it pertains to exemptions, eligibility, and design of tax treatment for non-fossil clean fuel production and use Strategies, programs and policies that relate to organic waste and landfill management in the municipal and waste sectors Strategies, programs and policies that relate to agricultural waste management, anaerobic digestion, digestate standards and management, and soil health Renewable gas blending requirements for Canada under the Canadian Environmental Protection Act Participating in broad policy discussion with respect to funding energy technology innovation Greenhouse gas pollution pricing and the output based pricing system, and how scheduled increases in pricing impacts the competitiveness and development of biogas, renewable natural gas, renewable electricity and renewable vehicle fuels Government policies that address the procurement and use of biogas, renewable natural gas, renewable electricity, renewable heat, renewable vehicle fuel as forms of low-carbon alternative energy sources for use within government buildings and fleets. Federal carbon offsets protocols and how they can successfully drive more production of landfill gas and agricultural biogas Federal Budget - The CBA is pursuing a variety of program and funding support that will scale up the adoption of biogas and Renewable Natural Gas across Canada. Advocating for the use of cleaner transportation fuels and for policies and standards that support the use of Renewable Natural Gas as a proven low-carbon transportation fuel Advocating for policies and programs that can support biogas and renewable natural gas development in the agricultural, municipal and waste sectors Advancing policies and programs that increase biogas and renewable natural gas adoption by end-consumers in Canada

Bill C-5 National Projects to work with NRCan and other federal ministries to advance the Eastern Energy Partnership

Supporting the Canadian Federal Government in the design of EV-supportive programs including the Federal Clean Fuel Standard Discussions regarding government procurement requirements and specifications related to EV charging stations. Discussions aimed at encouraging technology transfer and increasing production capacity. Discussions aimed at developing current and further programs to support the installation of new EV charging infrastructure. Discussions about the importance for government to pursue free trade and lowering trade barriers with key markets.

Discussion of policies or programs that will help to support and sustain Canada’s clean fuels industry, in the context of new and emerging trade barriers arising from the current trade dispute with the United States Engage the Government of Canada on amending the lifecycle carbon intensity calculation methodologies of certain renewable fuels

Engagement related to Clean Fuel Regulations, ECCC's consultation on amendments, and status of the regulations in Newfoundland-Labrador.

Seeking partnership and/or government support to build new or expand operations. Introducing the company and the benefits of biochar to relevant government policy and programs around agriculture, forestry and environment.

Engagement with the federal government regarding the review and approval process for agricultural products falling under the jurisdiction of the Pest Management Regulatory Agency. Discussions with government regarding water management and climate risk adaptation and infrastructure Consultation with government officials regarding mitigation and preventative measures of aquatic invasive species

Working with the government to provide support for start ups, focusing on sustainable chemistry and clean tech sectors, and assisting with commercialization and helping bring products and technology to market.

Représentations sur divers aspects du Code national du bâtiment et de la Stratégie canadienne pour les bâtiments verts afin d’assurer la reconnaissance du rôle du réseau gazier, surtout pour les périodes de pointe. Présentations de solutions de diversification et de distribution énergétique innovantes, notamment les carburants propres, les boucles énergétiques, l’énergie géothermique et éolienne et le captage, l’utilisation et stockage du carbone. Faire des représentations sur divers aspects de la Loi sur l'impôt sur le revenu, notamment la modification des règles sur les dépenses excessives. Discussions concernant les politiques d'achat et le gaz naturel renouvelable par le gouvernement du Canada et les sociétés d'État. Discussions avec le gouvernement sur les politiques et les programmes visant à reconnaitre et soutenir la production et l’utilisation de carburants propres au Québec, principalement le gaz naturel renouvelable et l'hydrogène.

Seeking funding or partnership for the development of renewable diesel and sustainable aviation fuel facilities in Canada. Discussions with government about policies and programs to support Canadian production of clean fuels, primarily renewable diesel, renewable naphtha, and sustainable aviation fuels.