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Nova Scotia project aims to turn forestry waste into SAF

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Nova Scotia project aims to turn forestry waste into SAF

Nova Sustainable Fuels is planning a $6-billion Nova Scotia project that would turn renewable electricity and forestry waste into 165,000 tonnes of sustainable aviation fuel (SAF) annually, targeting a European market where regulations are driving demand.

Indigenous-led power, wind projects win CanREA awards

An Ontario research facility, an Indigenous-led clean energy company and a Nova Scotia wind farm are among the winners of the Canadian Renewable Energy Association’s (CanREA) 2026 awards, recognizing achievements in renewable energy and energy storage across Canada.

Trane to acquire heat-transfer firm Cancoil

Trane Technologies (TT-N) says it has entered into a definitive agreement to acquire Kingston, Ont.-based Cancoil Thermal Corporation, a manufacturer of heat-transfer products. The acquisition will include Cancoil’s existing operations, including manufacturing facilities in Ontario.

Police raid Lion Electric's Quebec headquarters

The Royal Canadian Mounted Police conducted a search at Lion Electric's headquarters in Saint-Jérôme, Que. on Wednesday. The search is part of an investment fraud probe that started more than a year ago, according to RCMP Sgt. Erique Gasse.

EverGen sees record RNG production in Q3

Vancouver-based EverGen Infrastructure Corp. (EVGN-X) says it delivered its highest quarterly renewable natural gas (RNG) production in Q3. Corporate RNG production in the quarter was 56,064 gigajoules, an 8.3 per cent increase compared to Q3 2025.

NextStar Energy marks production milestone

Windsor’s NextStar Energy has announced a major production milestone in Canada’s auto capital — 10 million battery cells produced. The company, born out of a joint venture between LG Energy Solutions and Stellantis, began commercial production at the plant in November 2025.

TransAlta sells interest in Oklahoma wind portfolio

Calgary-based TransAlta Corporation announced on Oct. 22 that it has closed the sale of a 49 per cent minority ownership interest in its 500-megawatt wind portfolio in Oklahoma to Ares Infrastructure funds for cash proceeds of US$305 million.

Digital Reef, Elevate to combine data centres, vertical farms

Digital Reef is partnering with Toronto-based Elevate Farms to offset data centres’ environmental impact through vertical farming. Xange.com will digitally monitor and verify the projects’ environmental benefits, including water and energy use, carbon offsets and conservation outcomes.

SHARC Energy CEO sues for wrongful dismissal

SHARC International Systems Inc.'s (SHRC-CN) founder and former CEO, president and chairman, Lynn Mueller, is suing his former employer for terminating him in a way that he said was "unfair, insensitive and inconsistent with the obligation of good faith."

How CEOs are positioning for clean energy growth

Canadian clean energy executives see major growth opportunities driven by rising electricity demand, data centres and renewable energy investment. Success will depend on modernizing grids, securing financing, expanding transmission infrastructure and building meaningful Indigenous partnerships, according to a panel of experts.

Canada freezes vehicle emissions standards until 2029

Canada will maintain its fleet-average greenhouse gas emissions standard in light-duty vehicles at 2026 levels (172 grams per mile) through 2029, the federal government has announced. The annual increases will resume in the 2030 model year.

EV industry urges feds to triple condo, apartment charging

Electric vehicle (EV) industry groups are urging Ottawa to triple the number of EV-ready parking spaces in Canadian apartment and condo buildings, arguing that residents without driveways are missing out on the cost savings of EV ownership.

Indigenous communities could help stem energy emissions

There are over 350 clean energy projects co-owned by First Nations across Canada, generating about $441 million annually for those communities. By 2031, 24 per cent of Canada's electricity is expected to be generated through clean energy projects with Indigenous involvement.

Can low-carbon concrete lower data centre emissions?

What if there was a way to start lowering data centre emissions even before a facility is turned on? According to two cleantech advocates, greening the data centre boom starts with the huge amounts of concrete used to create them. 

3D printing could improve renewable energy storage

Researchers at the University of Waterloo have developed a 3D-printed electrode that enhances the efficiency and safety of redox flow batteries, which are crucial for storing renewable energy from sources like wind and solar.

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