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Uncertain times require new green investing vocabulary: investor
Uncertain times require new green investing vocab: investor
Climate tech and cleantech companies will have to reframe themselves around jobs, efficiency and economics in a more uncertain, unfriendly investing environment, according to a senior figure at a green investment firm.
483 Bay St. an ‘unassuming’ sustainability exemplar
A Toronto office complex that has Hydro One as one of its tenants is a sustainability standout, having attained major certifications and recognition by BOMA BEST as the best of its kind in 2024.
Canada freezes Tesla’s $43M rebate payments
Canada has frozen $43 million in payments to Tesla (TSLA-Q) pending a line-by-line investigation into its last-minute surge in electric vehicle (EV) rebate claims made on the final weekend of the government program.
 | The 360 on Energy and Carbon How Australia is dominating sustainable financeDavid ArkellOwner, CEO, 360 Energy Inc. |
Progressive Planet secures $1.14M for PozGlass pilot plant
Progressive Planet has been awarded a $1.14-million grant from the British Columbia Innovative Clean Energy Fund, supporting the development of its PozGlass pilot plant. PozGlass represents low-carbon cement technology, transforming post-consumer glass into a supplementary cementitious material.
Innergex reaches commercial operation of Hawaii BESS
Innergex Renewable Energy (INE-T) said its Hale Kuawehi solar and battery energy storage system (BESS) project in Hawaii reached commercial operations on March 25. The project integrates 30 megawatts of solar photovoltaic capacity with four hours of battery storage.
Hybrid Power Solutions debuts next-gen energy systems
Hybrid Power Solutions Inc. (HPSS-CN) has announced an enhanced range of industrial energy systems, which now offer additional size options and a built-in display for real-time monitoring and management. Common uses include welding equipment, lighting, water pumps and backup power.
Numerous B.C. hydrogen projects stalled or cancelled
VIDEO: Documents contained in a freedom of information request reveal that B.C.'s plan to be a leader in hydrogen technology has hit roadblocks. A slew of major projects are on pause — or even cancelled.
B.C. dethroned as Canada EV king after restricting rebates
Once a leader in EV adoption rates, B.C. has started losing ground to Quebec. By the end of 2024, the share of new EVs dropped to 22.8 per cent, as Quebec’s surged to nearly 33 per cent.
Where does the road lead for Quebec's EV transition?
The lack of clarity among the Quebec and federal governments about their real commitment to meeting their emission reduction targets is what is most damaging to the energy transition in transportation, experts said.
AI could cut charger grid delays by years: CrowdCharge
U.K.-based CrowdCharge has launched a new artificial intelligence (AI)-powered simulator it says could dramatically reduce the cost and installation time of megawatt EV-chargers – potentially cutting years from project timelines by reducing the need for major grid upgrades.
Hyundai to make ‘low-carbon’ steel at $6B plant in Louisiana
Hyundai's planned steel plant in Louisiana will use an electric arc furnace. The technology is increasingly popular in the U.S. and around the world, and if powered by clean electricity it can produce steel without emitting nearly any carbon dioxide.
Call2Recycle partners with RLG to advance battery collection
Toronto-based battery collection and recycling organization Call2Recycle Canada Inc. has collaborated with Germany's Reverse Logistics Group (RLG) to advance safer battery collection through the installation of RLG's lithium-ion safety boxes.
Canada, Quebec invest in sustainable wood construction
The federal government announced a joint contribution of over $8.5 million for four projects that will promote green construction in Quebec. The feds are investing more than $4.7 million, while Quebec is contributing $3.83 million.
Global renewable energy installations jump to new high
Installation of renewable energy worldwide hit a record high last year, with 92.5 per cent of all new electricity brought online coming from the sun, wind or other clean sources, an international agency reports.
Climate talk on S&P 500 earnings calls drops 76%
Bloomberg Green analyzed transcripts of S&P 500 company earnings calls going back to 2020, tracking mentions of more than a dozen climate-related terms. On average, companies are talking about the environment 76 per cent less than three years ago.
IKEA Australia cuts climate footprint by 89% since 2016
IKEA Australia’s latest sustainability report confirms significant climate action achievements, demonstrating profitability aligned with environmental stewardship. The company has reduced its operational climate footprint by 89 per cent since 2016, alongside 68 per cent revenue growth.
How TikTok is navigating the market for carbon removals
To help companies get started down the carbon removal road, Trellis talked to two very different businesses — TikTok and the Japanese conglomerate Sumitomo — that are in the process of building removal portfolios.
Coca-Cola plastic waste in oceans to reach 602M kg a year by 2030
By 2030, Coca-Cola (KO-N) products will account for an estimated 602 million kilograms of plastic waste entering the world’s oceans and waterways each year, according to a stark new analysis published Wednesday by the non-profit Oceana.
5 product categories for which reusable packaging makes sense
A Closed Loop Partners and U.S. Plastics Pact analysis identifies five consumer product categories where reusable packaging is best suited for near-term adoption. All are sold in grocery retailers or convenience stores.
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