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Next Hydrogen develops new generation of electrolysis systems
Next Hydrogen develops next-gen electrolysis system
Next Hydrogen Solutions Inc. enters 2023 firmly focused on improving its current line of electrolysis products and continuing to develop the next generation of the technology, which produces green hydrogen.
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2030 emissions targets look more like 2035
The head of the oilsands decarbonization consortium says the federal government's emissions reduction targets for 2030 won't be possible for the industry until at least 2035 — and anything faster under current conditions would mean slashing oil production.
Big Oil pressured for 2030 climate targets by investors
A group of investors has tabled resolutions urging four of the world’s top oil and gas companies to set broad climate targets for 2030, reviving pressure on the sector after a year that saw governments shift their focus to energy security.
New oil, gas projects not 'green' under proposed rules
A federal advisory body is proposing to disqualify any new oil and gas projects from being classified as green, and award that designation only in a limited and qualified way to projects to reduce pollution from existing fossil-fuel production
Alberta premier favours 'carrots' for carbon capture
Premier Danielle Smith suggests her government is willing to consider provincial assistance to kickstart investment in carbon capture, utilization and storage projects.
Cement, concrete industries look at net-zero strategies
Cement and concrete have a significant environmental footprint when it comes to greenhouse gas emissions, but the industry has created a roadmap and is taking steps to accelerate decarbonization in Canada.
Residential energy use re-emerges in CDM plans
Residential energy use is back on the agenda for Ontario’s conservation and demand management (CDM) strategists.
Carbon-absorbing building may be a reality
The visionary concept of a carbon-absorbing building may soon be a buildable reality, based on a reductive approach to construction—rather than the typical additive one.
B.C. timber industry in throes of change
British Columbia’s forest sector has “never been under greater stress,” Premier David Eby says. There is an “inescapable recognition" change is necessary for a sustainable forestry sector, he writes in his mandate letter for the new forests minister, Bruce Ralston.
Climate change affecting Christmas trees
The effects of climate change are taking a toll on Christmas tree farms across Canada, with one forestry expert and the head of the Canadian Christmas Tree Association saying the sector that’s already undergoing shifts will need to adapt.
How Canada's icy landscape is warming
On a mountain high above the residents of Metro Vancouver, tucked inside a north-facing gully, the region’s last remaining glacier is vanishing fast.
How the world's biggest buyer is pushing toward net-zero
The United States government is possibly the world’s largest shopper, having spent $637 billion on contracts last year. So disruptions to supplies for its operations have ripple effects on a grand scale.
Has COP27 resurrected global carbon trading?
Carbon trading may soon be big business in Africa. But can policymakers overcome the fragmentation and inefficiencies plaguing the market?
Did COP15 deliver for the natural world?
Though scientists were disappointed by the omission of the biodiversity equivalent of net-zero in the final document for COP15, the 2030 nature protection goal is still considered a relatively strong call to action.
Can nature tech help save nature?
These seven startups are using technology to accelerate, scale-up and otherwise enhance the protection and restoration of biodiverse ecosystems.
Climate, sustainable business rules not relenting
The past year was the busiest ever for climate and sustainability rulemaking, with no let up expected in 2023 as policymakers tighten the net around flaky or fraudulent corporate behaviour.
Climate policy girding global fight for power
The latest trade tensions between the U.S. and the European Union underscore just how critical climate policy has become for geopolitical jockeying.
Five energy questions that must be answered in 2023
Market turmoil and geopolitical realignment after Russia’s invasion of Ukraine put livelihoods and the green-energy transition at risk. Here’s how researchers can help overcome the threats.
Climate to challenge countries, companies in 2023
In a year marked by yet more climate-linked floods, hurricanes and droughts, governments and companies were forced to look more closely at the financial risks and their exposure to liability. With the new year, expect more public anxiety.
Industry Events
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Sustainable Finance Forum 2024
Nov 28 2024
to Nov 29 2024
Shaw Centre, Ottawa
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Zero Carbon Building Standards Interactive Workshop
Dec 10 2024
to Dec 12 2025
Online
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FCM’s Sustainable Communities Conference 2025
Feb 10 2025
to Feb 13 2025
Fredericton, NB
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GlobeXchange
Feb 11 2025
to Feb 14 2025
Sheraton Centre Toronto Hotel
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BuildGreen Atlantic 2025
Apr 28 2025
to Apr 29 2025
Halifax, NS
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Building Lasting Change
Jun 18 2025
to Jun 20 2025
Vancouver, BC
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