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Geocycle to turn waste into low-carbon fuel for Lafarge cement facility
Geocycle to turn waste into fuel for Lafarge cement plant
Geocycle has opened a facility in Brookfield, N.S. that turns non-recyclable waste into a low-carbon fuel, which then powers a nearby Lafarge cement plant, a first for Geocycle in Canada.
Vision Greens receives $18M to grow vertical farm business
An $18-million tranche of investment money will allow Welland, Ont. lettuce producer Vision Greens to scale up its operations in an effort to succeed in the fast-growing vertical farming market.
Que. is supercharging its EV battery industry. Will it pay off?
VIDEO: Concerns are growing over Quebec's $7-billion electric vehicle (EV) battery plant as demand for the product slows. But the province's EV efforts are still being touted by some as a smart long-term economic move.
IMCO increasing investments in energy transition assets
The Investment Management Corp. of Ontario (IMCO) has increased its stake in climate solution investments to 11.5 per cent of its portfolio, equivalent to $2.1 billion, according to a new sustainability report by the investment organization.
Sustainable innovation hub opens in Kingston
Modern Niagara has announce the grand opening of 945 Princess St. in Kingston, Ont. The purpose-built 230,000-square-foot facility has undergone almost $70 million in renovations and decarbonization efforts, transforming it into a sustainable innovation hub.
What is holding back investment in Cdn. critical minerals?
As the global energy transition accelerates, demand for critical minerals is growing rapidly. But a recent survey of market participants by the Canadian Climate Institute and TMX Group shows significant barriers stand in the way.
Sask. government looking to get climate inaction case tossed
Climate Justice Saskatoon and seven Saskatchewan residents claim the government's expansion of gas-fired electricity generation violates Section 7 of the Charter and Rights and Freedoms, which guarantees the right to life, liberty and security.
Tire and battery recycling firm takes Ontario to court
Environmental 360 Solutions, the province’s largest recycler of tires and batteries, is asking the Ontario Superior Court to order the government and its recycling regulator to enforce their own laws against giant manufacturers who are failing to meet green obligations.
Northvolt’s $1.5B funding guarantee on hold
Swedish battery maker Northvolt AB’s decision last month to scrap a major factory expansion in northern Sweden puts on hold US$1.5 billion in funding that was agreed earlier this year, a Swedish government agency said on Wednesday.
GM’s $35,000 EV delivers long-awaited sales growth
Some three years after General Motors (GM-N) kicked off its plan to go electric with a US$100,000 Hummer EV, the company is finally selling battery powered-cars in bigger numbers. It can thank the comparatively cheaper and smaller Chevrolet Equinox.
Toyota pushes production of U.S.-made e-SUV into 2026
Toyota Motor Corp. is delaying the production start for its first U.S.-made EV until 2026, but says it plans to sell as many as seven all-electric models in the U.S. within the next two years.
BRP abandons electric bicycles
BRP (DOO-T) is abandoning its electric bike projects after two years of efforts. As a result, the recreational vehicle manufacturer is carrying out layoffs in Bromont, Que., adding to the hundreds of jobs eliminated this year within the organization.
Oilsands firms won’t have to raise cleanup contributions
Oilsands mining companies won’t be forced to pay more to ensure money will be available to eventually clean up sites under changes to Alberta’s security-payment rules, according to documents obtained by The Globe and Mail.
As Alberta shows renewables the door, others reap benefits
OPINION: Alberta says it may take months to resolve the regulatory and market uncertainty it caused last year when it suddenly stopped wind and solar investment. Meanwhile, B.C.’s competitive call for clean power landed proposals for far more energy than targeted.
Mongolia adopts Canada's Towards Sustainable Mining plan
Against the backdrop of Mongolia's National Mining Week, the Mongolian National Mining Association announced the adoption of Towards Sustainable Mining, a performance system developed by the Mining Association of Canada that improves environmental and social practices in the mining sector.
Mexico aims for 45% renewable power by 2030
Mexico’s President Claudia Sheinbaum pledged to boost renewable energy production to make up 45 per cent of the country’s power generation by 2030 and continue support for the state’s energy companies.
Hydrogen investments accelerating, uncertainty remains: IEA
Final investment decisions for hydrogen projects have doubled over the last 12 months, dominated by China, but installed capacity and demand are low as the industry faces uncertainty, the International Energy Agency (IEA) said in a report on Wednesday.
U.S. ‘green bank’ makes first investment — $32M for solar plants
Climate United, one of the three groups chosen to dispense the US$14 billion of the National Clean Investment Fund, is making its first official investment — US$31.8 million to help build solar plants in Arkansas.
More and more rooftop solar buyers are adding home batteries
Batteries are all the rage — especially among homeowners going solar. The percentage of people who install a battery alongside their new rooftop solar system is surging in the U.S., according to a new report from Lawrence Berkeley National Laboratory.
Guilt and generational wisdom drive seniors to take climate action
Across Canada this week, through marches, dances, protests and speeches, the message was clear: action on climate is needed now. And seniors, despite a higher vulnerability to climate health impacts, say they have the experience and wisdom to speak out.
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
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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
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Sheraton Centre Toronto Hotel
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BuildGreen Atlantic 2025
Apr 28 2025
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Halifax, NS
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Jun 18 2025
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Vancouver, BC
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