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Jack Leevers

Jack is from a small town on Vancouver Island, B.C. He graduated from Simon Fraser University with a B.A. in International Studies in 2019. Currently, his main interests lie in energy politics, environmental policy, and the changing world order. In his spare time, he enjoys disc golf and cycling in and around Vancouver.

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Three Countries to Be Hopeful About in Times of Economic Uncertainty

Avatar photo by Jack Leevers June 24, 2022August 3, 2022

In an era fraught with economic risks, we need to remind ourselves that some countries do have economic success stories worth being optimistic about.

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Could Russia’s Invasion of Ukraine Mean the End of the West’s Culture Wars?

Avatar photo by Jack Leevers March 28, 2022December 28, 2024
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Is Nuclear Energy Making A Comeback?

Avatar photo by Jack Leevers March 4, 2022August 3, 2022
Posted inOpinion

Why Climate Doomerism is Wrong and Counterproductive

Avatar photo by Jack Leevers February 4, 2022February 10, 2022
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Geothermal Energy: Can the Forgotten Renewable Make Its Mark?

Avatar photo by Jack Leevers January 8, 2022February 10, 2022
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No Room for Bikes at COP26: A Missed Opportunity at the Conference’s Transport Day

Avatar photo by Jack Leevers December 19, 2021February 8, 2022
Posted inOpinion

How Technology is Changing the Food System

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Turbulent Times Ahead for South Africa

Avatar photo by Jack Leevers October 21, 2021February 8, 2022
Posted inOpinion

Germany’s Energy Transition: Success or Failure?

Avatar photo by Jack Leevers September 3, 2021December 28, 2024
Posted inThe Big Picture

The Struggle to Become the Next North American Tech Hub

Avatar photo by Jack Leevers August 2, 2021February 8, 2022
Posted inOpinion

More Canadian Mining Would Be Good for the World

Avatar photo by Jack Leevers July 7, 2021July 30, 2021
Posted inOpinion

A Political Union Between Canada, Australia, New Zealand, and the UK is Possible if Implemented Correctly

Avatar photo by Jack Leevers June 20, 2021December 28, 2024
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Explainer: Industrial Policy

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Posted inOpinion

Are Carbon Tariffs a Good Idea?

Avatar photo by Jack Leevers May 13, 2021December 28, 2024
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For Energy Security, Turkey Should Look to Renewables

Avatar photo by Jack Leevers April 30, 2021July 1, 2021
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BP vs. Exxon: Oil Majors in the Age of Climate Change

Avatar photo by Jack Leevers April 6, 2021February 10, 2022
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Will China’s Economic Intimidation of Australia Backfire?

Avatar photo by Jack Leevers March 26, 2021December 28, 2024
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China’s Belt and Road Initiative Changes Canada’s Place in the World

Avatar photo by Jack Leevers March 4, 2021May 2, 2021

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