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PyroGenesis 'well-positioned' for 2025 with growth, contracts

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PyroGenesis 'well-positioned' for 2025 with growth, contracts

PyroGenesis Inc. (PYR-T) is “well-positioned for continued improvement” after four consecutive quarters of year-over-year revenue growth in 2024, vice-president of corporate affairs Steve McCormick said in a call this week with investors and analysts.

Maverick Awards features 2 'Transformational' projects

The second edition of the Maverick Awards are recognizing an aspiring net-zero residential development, a leader in sustainable building, and feature a tie for top spot in the “Transformational” category.

ArBru is Canada's first solar-powered brewpub

ArBru Solar Brewery in Mallorytown, Ont. is the first solar-powered brewpub in Canada, a distinction that has come with a fair amount of growing pain but also made it a magnet for business.

Canada, Mexico spared from worst of Trump’s latest tariff blitz

While U.S. President Donald Trump took a sledgehammer to the global trading system, he offered a reprieve to Canada and Mexico, potentially putting his neighbours at a competitive advantage if they stay within the bounds of the continental trade agreement.

TotalEnergies to acquire Canadian renewables

French oil major TotalEnergies has signed agreements with RES, the world's largest independent renewables firm, to acquire nearly one gigawatt's worth of its wind and solar projects in Alberta, it said on Wednesday.

Cavendish delivers its first hydrogen station in Cda. to HTEC

Cavendish Hydrogen has announced the delivery of hydrogen fuelling equipment to HTEC for its new station in Vancouver. While HTEC already operates multiple hydrogen fueling stations in British Columbia, this marks the first collaboration with Cavendish Hydrogen.

Anaergia to build 5 new biomethane plants in Italy

Anaergia Inc. (ANRG-T), through its subsidiary, Anaergia S.r.l., has signed a contract with Techbau S.p.A., an Italian company specializing in large-scale engineering and construction projects, for the building of five new biomethane production plants in Italy.

NFI may be exempt from Canada's counter-tariffs: Carney

Prime Minister Mark Carney said Canada may exempt Winnipeg-based sustainable bus manufacturer NFI Group (NFI-T) from Canadian counter-tariffs on U.S. materials to allow it to remain competitive on both sides of the border.

EV rebate could be eliminated as B.C. scraps carbon tax

B.C.’s energy minister indicated Tuesday the government may consider cutting rebates for electric vehicles (EVs) as part of its efforts to make up for budget shortfalls caused by the elimination of the consumer carbon tax.

Argo launches Smart Routing transit system in Ontario town

Argo Corporation (ARGH-X) announced the staged rollout of its Smart Routing transit system in Bradford West Gwillimbury, Ont. The system provides residents with an app that allows them to request a ride from an EV for a standard transit fare.

Tesla Q1 vehicle deliveries drop 13% from a year ago

Tesla (TSLA-Q) reported 336,000 vehicle deliveries in Q1, a 13 per cent decline from a year ago, two days after the EV company’s stock wrapped up its worst quarter since 2022.

Kia CEO looks to Europe as Trump’s tariffs cloud U.S. outlook

Kia hopes to sell more EVs in Europe as a result of U.S. President Donald Trump’s anti-EV policies. It plans to increase sales of EVs in the EU to more than 60 per cent of the region’s total by 2030.

Hamilton building combines stability and sustainability

What was once a parking lot in Hamilton has been transformed into a mid-rise building providing accessible, affordable housing. The modular King William Flats has 24 units, services to support its residents and has achieved the Passive House standard.

Call2Recycle launches Alberta-wide battery recycling program

Call2Recycle has announced the launch of its Recycle Your Batteries, Canada! program in Alberta, starting April 1. With the launch of the program, Alberta residents can now access a province-wide network of over 1,100 collection locations.

Quanta launches $10B waste heat energy green bond

Quanta Global Capital Limited has announced a US$10-billion green bond issuance. The bond, soon to be listed on Nasdaq Stockholm, is secured by an AA-rated insurance wrap and thermoelectric waste heat recovery assets.

Japanese giants boost market for carbon removals

Mizuho, a Japanese bank with US$2 trillion in assets, announced this week it will join NextGen CDR, a company that connects large buyers with carbon removal projects. Additionally, global conglomerate Sumitomo intends to purchase 500,000 high-durability credits annually.

Singapore’s $1B carbon credit push: A new path to net-zero?

Singapore is actively developing its carbon market to become a global hub for carbon trading. A key step in this direction was the country’s first-ever carbon credit auction, which attracted around US$1 billion in bids.

Carbon credit market indicating first signs of rebound

The voluntary carbon market may be poised for a turnaround, according to new analysis by carbon data platform Sylvera, which shows strong demand for high-quality credits despite recent pricing pressures and political pushback.

Lennar will build 1,500 new Colorado homes with geothermal heat pumps

On Wednesday, Google X spinout Dandelion Energy and major U.S. homebuilder Lennar unveiled a partnership to install geothermal technology, which is efficient but expensive — unless it’s built into new homes from the start.

Will hydrogen microgrids really go green and be the next big thing?

Hydrogen microgrids are gaining the attention of utilities and others in the energy space across the globe and as a result, more and more demonstration projects are popping up around the world. 

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