LocationsRecent Articles
InventWood aims to 'replace steel and concrete'
InventWood aims to 'replace steel and concrete'
Materials start-up InventWood hopes to transform the sustainable construction sector with its patented MettleWood, which uses advanced technology to turn wood into a material 60 per cent stronger, 80 per cent lighter, and more sustainable than conventional steel products.
Deep Sky to trial U.K.-based Airhive’s DAC tech
Montreal's Deep Sky will be testing a fourth direct air capture (DAC) unit at its Quebec pilot facility, continuing its search for carbon removal technology that can be deployed at scale. The DAC unit is produced by U.K.-based Airhive.
Deloitte Canada acquires Fleet Challenge Canada
Professional services firm Deloitte Canada has acquired Fleet Challenge Canada Inc. to expand the fleet decarbonization segment of its sustainability offerings. Fleet Challenge's software helps vehicle fleets reduce emissions through forecasting and analysis based on historical data.
Canada proposes sweeping new methane emissions rules
The proposed regulations announced by Environment Minister Steven Guilbeault seek to implement a new target to cut methane leaks and releases from the oil and gas industry by at least 75 per cent over 2012 levels by 2030.
SDTC faces new hurdles before its suspension is lifted
In early October, the federal government suspended new funding distribution by Sustainable Development Technologies Canada (SDTC), which has been rocked by complaints from whistleblowers. A new investigation is now looking into into "allegations of workplace misconduct."
Climate finance takes centre stage at COP28
Money pledges stacked up at COP28 in Dubai as delegates sought to address the gap between what is needed in climate finance and the amounts offered so far. Host UAE pledged to mobilize $270 billion in green finance by 2030.
Climate change is making insurance more expensive
Worsening disasters have already meant higher premiums and difficulty getting the necessary protection for Canadian homes and businesses, and that threatens to send ripples through the economy as rates increase. Disaster claims have more than quadrupled since 2008.
Carbon markets need rules too: IOSCO
For carbon markets to work as intended, they must operate with the same kinds of rules and investor protections as traditional financial markets, global securities regulators suggest, according to the International Organization of Securities Commissions (IOSCO).
NFI subsidiary gets order from Spokane Transit
Alexander Dennis, the U.K. subsidiary of Winnipeg-based electric bus maker NFI Group Inc. (NFI-T), has received an order for seven Enviro500 double-deck buses from Washington's Spokane Transit Authority. This marks the first use of double-deck buses in the Spokane area.
Edmonton pays for 2016 gamble on electric bus fleet
Edmonton’s rigorous testing of potential electric buses in 2016 didn’t extend to Proterra, the fledgling company from which the city bought 60 buses. The hobbled fleet is a cautionary story of risk vs. reward — and not necessarily following expert advice.
Edmonton, Calgary named cleantech cities to watch
The Global Startup Ecosystem Report: Climatetech Edition from Startup Genome, a worldwide policy advisory and research organization that collaborates with Canadian companies, found the top two cleantech "ecosystems to watch" in North America are Edmonton and Calgary.
The climate is changing – and so is Canadian disclosure
In 2018, fewer than half of the members of the S&P/TSX Composite Index released a dedicated ESG report, according to Millani, a Montreal-based consulting firm. That figure rose to roughly three-quarters of index companies by 2022.
RecycLiCo, Nanoramic announce results of recycling collab.
Following the recent announcement of a joint effort with the goal of optimizing the complete life cycle of lithium-ion batteries, RecycLiCo Battery Materials Inc. (AMY-X) and Nanoramic Laboratories have disclosed successful results from their battery cathode recycling efforts.
PlasCred announces Q3 2023 results
Calgary-based plastic upcycler PlasCred Circular Innovations Inc. (PLAS-CN) has released its financial and operating results for Q3 2023. Highlights include: net loss and comprehensive loss of $6,023,155; and $1,072,423 of cash on hand.
Fast fashion or sustainability? Cdns. face holiday dilemma
Multiple studies have shown that Canadians are planning on keeping a tight budget this holiday season due to the skyrocketing cost of living. One retail analyst says it could mean shoppers swap their sustainable shopping plans for more cost-friendly deals.
Toronto committee approves minimum price for reusable bags
Toronto's infrastructure committee voted to adopt a plan to update the city's solid waste reduction strategy. It would force all retailers to accept reusable bags starting March 1, 2024. Shoppers would have to pay $1 for each reusable bag.
U.S. to limit China's ability to profit from EV industry
The Biden administration on Friday proposed new rules aimed at shifting more production of electric vehicle batteries and the materials that power them to the United States, in order to develop a strategic industry currently dominated by China.
Renewable energy storage projects snubbed by rural councillors
Rural Ottawa city councillors refused support to three companies bidding to build batteries for storing renewable energy, saying they want more reassurances the projects — each multiple hectares in size — won't unduly impact residents.
Sun-charged golf carts demonstrate mobile microgrids
At Warren Wilson College’s Center for Working Lands in Swannanoa, N.C., students are taught to park golf carts in the sun so that the carts can charge from solar and serve as mobile microgrids – and demonstration vehicles.
Counting sheep burps may help lower methane emissions
Sheep are among the world's most prolific belchers — spewing seven million tonnes of methane annually. British researchers are trying to determine which of the country's millions of sheep of are the gassiest and which are the most climate friendly.
Industry Events
-
ESG Summit Canada
Oct 30 2024
Arcadian Court, Toronto
-
Greenbuild 2024: Built to Scale
Nov 12 2024
to Nov 15 2024
Pennsylvania Convention Center, Philadelphia, PA
-
Sustainable Finance Forum 2024
Nov 28 2024
to Nov 29 2024
Shaw Centre, Ottawa
Follow us on Social Media
Follow SBIZ on your favorite social media platform for news delivered to your feed.
Locations
