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Questor takes on climate, health, energy with clean combustion tech

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Questor takes on climate, energy with clean combustion tech

The ambition to simultaneously tackle energy poverty, greenhouse gas emissions and air pollution is driving Questor Technology Inc.’s (QST-X) CEO and president to lead the Calgary company’s development of clean combustion units.

Zero-emission vehicle registrations jump 53% in Q1

Significantly more Canadians were driving zero-emissions vehicles in Q1 compared with a year ago. Statistics Canada says zero-emission vehicle registrations jumped 53 per cent in the first quarter year-over-year, making up 11.3 per cent of total new vehicle registrations.

Énergir 'explores' possibility of geothermal projects

Énergir is “exploring” the possibility of developing geothermal projects in the residential sector in Quebec, while energy prices are increasing and electricity is becoming increasingly scarce. Énergir produces and distributes renewable energy in Quebec and the northeastern United States.

Bank CEOs walk a fine line on climate impacts of finance

The CEOs of Canada’s five largest banks insist they are serious about funding the transition to low-carbon energy, but told a parliamentary committee on Thursday they have no intention of cutting off financing for the oil and gas industry.

Lion Electric announces certification of battery pack

The Lion Electric Company (LEV-T), a manufacturer of all-electric medium and heavy-duty urban vehicles, has announced the successful final certification for its heavy-duty battery pack, the LionBattery HD, a lithium-ion battery pack specifically designed for the company's purpose-built heavy-duty trucks.

NFI subsidiary signs contract for zero-emission buses

Winnipeg-based bus maker NFI Group Inc.'s (NFI-T) subsidiary Alexander Dennis Limited has announced it has confirmed new orders for 24 zero-emission and 29 low-emission buses for U.K. bus operator Reading Buses.

Porsche and ChargePoint partner on EV charging

Porsche Cars North America, Inc. has announced it has signed an agreement with ChargePoint, a leading provider of charging solutions for electric vehicles (EVs), which will enable access to its charging network within the Porsche Charging Service. 

Shipping industry looks for consensus on sustainable fuels

Global shippers convened in Montreal at the annual International Chamber of Shipping summit on Thursday to sort out which sustainable fuels their vessels should use — a key question given that boats built today will still be running in 2050.

Nutrien no longer pursuing Geismar clean ammonia project

Saskatoon-based Nutrien (NTR-T) says it’s no longer pursuing its Geismar clean ammonia project as part of a move to simplify its portfolio. The company announced last year it was suspending the project after a period of volatility in fertilizer markets.

Call2Recycle Canada appoints David Collie as board chair

Battery collection and recycling organization Call2Recycle Canada, has announced the appointment of David Collie as the incoming chair of its board of directors. Collie's previous board experience includes Plug ‘n Drive and the Electricity Distributors Association.

Swift Solar nabs $27M to chase solar efficiency holy grail

Startup Swift Solar banked a $27-million Series A financing round this week to commercialize a new light-absorbing class of crystalline materials known as perovskites, which have the potential to improve upon today’s utterly dominant technology — crystalline silicon. 

Vancouver raises height limits for mass timber construction

An amendment approved this week to Vancouver’s building bylaw raises the allowable height of mass timber buildings to 18 storeys, in keeping with changes to B.C.’s building code introduced in April, which increased the height from 12 storeys.

Van. residents must register indoor wood stoves by next year

Starting next year, Metro Vancouver urban residents will have to register indoor wood burning appliances such as fireplaces and wood stoves. Failure to do could could result in fines of up to $500.

The nuts and bolts of the Liberals’ new carbon pricing data

The federal Liberals published data on the economic and emissions impact of carbon pricing on Thursday. Here’s a snapshot of what they say, along with some additional data on carbon pricing.

Winds of change could soon sweep energy industry

OPINION: With some polls showing Donald Trump leading in the U.S. presidential race and federal Conservative Party Leader Pierre Poilievre leading in Canada, speakers at the Global Energy Show examined what the upcoming elections could mean for Canada’s energy industry.

Inside Microsoft’s Panama tropical forest carbon offtake deal

In May, Microsoft (MSFT-Q) signed a nature-based carbon offtake agreement in Panama. The project aims to restore more than 24,700 acres of degraded tropical forest on Panama’s Azuero Peninsula, removing over 3 million tons of CO2 from the atmosphere. 

Paris 2024 organizers promise more sustainable Olympics

This year's Olympics will be the first edition aligned with Olympic Agenda 2020+5; the successor of Olympic Agenda 2020. Olympic Agenda 2020+5 — the Olympic strategic roadmap until 2025 — details 15 recommendations for the Olympics, including fostering a sustainable Games.

The scientist helping climate disaster victims sue for compensation

As one of the founders of World Weather Attribution, Friederike Otto has made understanding the connection between climate change and extreme weather her life's work. That work is being used to hold authorities accountable for their failure to reduce emissions.

Hydro Ottawa unveils interactive eco home display

Located in the high-traffic arrivals area of Ottawa International Airport, Hydro Ottawa's eco home display offers visitors an immersive experience, showcasing an energy-efficient home equipped with the latest sustainable technologies. 

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