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Carbon capture partnership thriving in Alberta
Carbon capture partnership thriving in Alberta
Energy asset operator Wolf Midstream has forged a partnership with Whitecap Resources, the First Nations Capital Investment Partnership (FNCIP) and the Heart Lake First Nation to build a saline aquifer hub in Fort Saskatchewan, Alta.
Carbon auction generates $362M in sales
The 30th carbon auction between Quebec’s Ministry of the Environment and Fight Against Climate Change (MELCC) and the California Air Resources Board (CARB) generated $362 million in revenue for the province.
Polytechnique Montréal proposes CO2 reduction plan
Canada is not on track to achieve its 45-per-cent GHG goals by 2030, according to researchers from Polytechnique’s Institut de l’énergie Trottier (IET). It suggests Canada, at most, can reduce its global emissions by 25 to 35 per cent.
Walmart Canada to offer carbon-neutral last-mile delivery
Working with sustainability technology company EcoCart, Walmart Canada is offering carbon-neutral last-mile delivery for e-commerce purchases, including grocery. The plan could offset an estimated 25,000 tonnes of scope three emissions — equivalent to taking at least 5,000 cars off the road.
Insurers flag the risks of mass timber construction
Property insurers are cautioning project developers and builders “to understand both the many advantages and disadvantages of mass timber construction.” While cost and speed might be attractive, long-term risks weigh on the mind of insurers assessing the pros and cons.
Mass timber buildings leading to Canadian innovation
Mass timber projects have been popular among developers, with their sustainability advantages over other building materials. Andrew Bayne, principal and wood expert at RJC, recently discussed innovative timber work tackled across Canadian cities.
Innovation in cement underway to cut CO2
• GreenBiz
Cement users and construction developers in various countries use over four billion metric tons of cement each year, and almost three billion metric tons of CO2 because of it. Now, the industry is finding ways to reduce its environmental impact.
NY emissions law encouraging building retrofits
• Bisnow
Financial penalties related to Local Law 97, the New York City law mandating emissions reductions in large commercial buildings, has created a push for owners to begin planning for emissions reductions, emissions monitoring, and even building retrofits and electrification.
Canada lags on gender issues: report
Canada’s gender balance in the workplace has improved, but they still lag behind other developed countries, according to a report from gender research firm Equileap. Still, Canada recorded a high percentage among companies to have published an anti-sexual harassment policy.
Value of Canadian skill vacancies reaches $25 billion
Narrowing the gap between the demand for and the supply of skills will be key in capturing approximately $25 billion in value to the Canadian economy, according to a report from the Conference Board of Canada.
Environmental justice essential to climate action: execs
• GreenBiz
A group of executives have engaged in discussions to analyze what’s missing from conversations about sustainability and corporate action on addressing the climate crisis. Topics, including how ethics and justice are immovable critical core components and consumer responsibility, were discussed.
Companies need to do more on food sustainability
• GreenBiz
Helping foreign producers prevent worsening impacts and assist farmers in low and middle-income countries will be important for companies, not just governments, according to a report. Refining one’s supply chain and lending technical expertise were discussed.
DocGo unveils first all-electric ambulance
DocGo has announced the delivery of its new all-electric, zero-emissions ambulance. The company plans to have an all-electric fleet by 2032 and partnered with Lightning eMotors to produce the first model.
Alectra to install 340 EV chargers in Ontario
Alectra Utilities Corporation has received $2 million to install 340 EV chargers in communities across Ontario. The investment, given by the federal government, will see units installed in buildings, streets and facilities for servicing light-duty vehicle fleets by October 2023.
Hyundai to introduce 17 EV models by 2030
• Newswire
Hyundai has announced that it plans to introduce 17 new electric vehicle models by 2030. Announced at its annual Investors Day forum, the automaker also mentioned plans to boost its hardware and software offerings to compete on a global stage.
Hillcrest designs pilot for high-efficiency inverter
• Newswire
Hillcrest Energy Technologies has designed specs for a high-efficiency inverter that could be lighter, compact and more efficient electric vehicle (EV) powertrains. Hillcrest HEI expects to achieve efficiency exceeding 99 per cent with an industry-leading power density approaching 50 kW/L.
Canadian oil won’t solve Ukraine crisis: Guilbeault
Sanctions over oil-rich Russia’s invasion of Ukraine have left many nations short on fossil fuel supplies. However, Canada’s Environment Minister, Steven Guilbeault, told reporters that the best way to avoid crisis is to reduce global dependence on oil and gas.
CPP Investments provides aid for Swedish wind farm
• Newswire
CPP Investments has invested more than 260 million euros in a wind farm in Sweden. Funded through Renewable Power Capital Limited (RPC), the group’s UK renewable platform, it will provide clean energy equivalent to the consumption of approximately 46,000 households.
US population growth outpacing renewable options
Economic and population growth will outpace gains in energy efficiency over the next 30 years, according to a report from the EIA (US). Additionally, the report suggests existing policies that create strong competition between the natural gas and electricity sectors.
What Biden’s SOTU address means for microgrids
In his annual State of the Union address, U.S. president Joe Biden reiterated his goal to build 500,000 electric vehicle charging stations by 2030. Some say that resilience, efficiency, and sustainability need to remain the focus with energy challenges ahead.
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