Vancouver Sun

Philippe Le Billon

Last published Jan. 2026 · On our record since 2025

Where this writer stands

Energy1 piece

Restrict new oil and gasExpand production and export

“This means doubling down on alternative export revenues, from clean technologies and critical minerals to advanced manufacturing, agri-food and knowledge-based services.” Read the piece

Climate1 piece

Faster fossil phase-downSlower phase-down, production first

“This shift could further undermine already fragile (and climate-threatening) prospects for new oilsands expansion” Read the piece

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Recent work

Opinion: Regime change in Venezuela could have grim consequences for Canada’s oil sectorOpinion · Vancouver Sun · Jan 5, 2026
Opinion: The climate conundrum facing political leaders: The public wants to have it both waysOpinion · Vancouver Sun · Apr 24, 2025