The Carbon Tax Illusion

The streets of many Western cities are lined with trees – guardians of the environment, planted with the noble intention of improving air quality, absorbing pollutants, and fighting climate change. These trees are fiercely protected, with strict regulations against their removal. Why? Because their role in carbon sequestration is undeniable, a testament to nature’s ability to balance the ecosystem. Science teaches us that humans exhale carbon dioxide (CO2), which plants absorb to produce oxygen in a beautiful cycle of life. China, for example, has embraced massive tree-planting campaigns to combat air pollution. Yet, amidst this natural solution, a curious paradox emerges: governments in many nations have championed carbon taxes as the ultimate weapon against climate change. Canada has over 300 billion trees. If the above is correct, why does Canada need to impose a carbon tax? It is a deception arranged to use a good cause to tax people more. When its sold as a...