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Grengine announces new CEO; plans expansion
Grengine announces new CEO; plans expansion
Edmonton-based Grengine – which states it has developed the world's first stackable, modular energy storage system – has also appointed a new CEO in Erin Rand. The portable Grengine Power System is plug-and-play, aimed at replacing diesel generators, particularly in remote communities.
George Brown College opens sustainability institute
George Brown College has launched the Brookfield Sustainability Institute to promote sustainable communities through education and global cooperation, which will be hosted inside its Limberlost Place structure, currently under construction. It revolves around a philosophy of “smart sustainability.”
 | The 360 on Energy and Carbon Net-zero procurement and supply chainDavid ArkellOwner, CEO, 360 Energy Inc. |
OTPP shifts to renewables to help hit its net-zero goal
For the Ontario Teachers' Pension Plan (OTPP), infrastructure investing is nothing new. The $247.2-billion fund is moving beyond airports and infrastructure with an emphasis on utilities, electricity transmission and renewable energy infrastructure.
Solar in Canada in 2023 — A primer
Canada is in the process of introducing tax credit incentives and investments in developing and manufacturing solar PV, energy storage, and other renewable energy technologies. Think: Inflation Reduction Act heads north. The Canadian solar industry is shining bright.
B.C.’s largest solar project shaped as Lululemon’s logo
Lululemon Athletica Inc.’s logo can now be seen from the skies thanks to an array of 2,592 solar panels equalling 1.2-megawatts of energy installed on top of a B.C. warehouse, arranged to mimic the tenant’s branding.
Entosystem opens new facilities in Drummondville
One year after securing more than $60 million in public and private investments for its new insect production facility, Québec-based Entosystem inaugurated its 100,000-square-foot site, which has now the largest production capacity in North America.
Ecolomondo reaches milestone on tire recycling tech
Ecolomondo Corporation has reached a new milestone in its ramp-up phase at its Hawkesbury facility, increasing its batch payload to 10,000 pounds on May 24. Ecolomondo's Thermal Decomposition Process recycles tires to produce materials like carbon black and steel.
Canada’s housing boom could bring a greener era
By 2030, Canada will need close to six million new homes, requiring a housing boom. A report from RBC digs into the climate-related challenges that will emerge in the development wake, and the opportunity for “a new greener era."
How Canada's cities are addressing climate change
Canadian cities are taking charge against a warming planet by implementing sustainable development strategies that cut down greenhouse gas emissions, encourage renewable energy usage and boost urban resilience. Vancouver, Toronto, Montreal and Calgary are highlighted for their efforts.
Retrofit funds opened via banking aggregator
The Canada Infrastructure Bank is opening a new way for small and mid-sized landlords to tap into retrofit funds for decarbonization projects that can cut greenhouse gas emissions by at least 30 per cent.
Ontario overrules cities to push gas plant expansions
Ontario is pushing ahead with contracts to increase natural gas use in cities that have already declared their opposition to gas plant expansions, despite research showing how Ontario could meet its looming electricity shortfall with renewable energy and energy efficiency.
‘Political attacks’ on insurers: Carney's climate alliance
“Political attacks” are interfering with insurers’ efforts to price climate risks, the Glasgow Financial Alliance for Net Zero said on Friday, after a wave of insurers quit an industry climate group following pressure in the United States.
Alberta on its way to record its worst fire season ever
Forest fires have burned through more than one million hectares – 10,000 square kilometres – in Alberta, an early start to a fire season bound to destroy the 1981 record of 1.36 million hectares.
Extreme wildfires tied to oil company emissions: study
As fires blaze in Alberta, Saskatchewan and B.C., new research has drawn a direct and measurable link between carbon emissions traced back to the world's major fossil fuel producers and the increase in extreme wildfires across western Canada.
Why climate isn't a big issue in Alberta's election
Though the effects of Alberta's wildfire are widespread and will continue to be felt for months to come, climate change has not landed as a major sticking point on the campaign trail — at least, not directly.
Chevron’s carbon offsets are mostly junk: research
A new investigation into Chevron’s climate pledge has found the company relies on “junk” carbon offsets and “unviable” technologies, which do little to offset its vast greenhouse gas emissions and in some cases may actually be causing communities harm.
Solar due to overtake oil production investment: IEA
Investment in clean energy will extend its lead over spending on fossil fuels in 2023, the International Energy Agency (IEA) said on Thursday, with solar projects expected to outpace outlays on oil production for the first time.
World must rapidly ditch fossil fuels: Pope Francis
The world must rapidly ditch fossil fuels and end “the senseless war against creation”, Pope Francis said on Thursday, in a fresh plea over climate change that called on people to repent for their “ecological sins”.
Lawmakers push to remove UAE head from COP28
Over 100 members of the U.S. Congress and European Parliament called on Tuesday for Sultan al-Jaber to be removed as the designated head of the upcoming COP28 climate talks, saying the oil exec's appointment threatened the integrity of negotiations.
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