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Vortex Energy developing hydrogen salt storage caverns in N.L.
Vortex developing hydrogen salt storage caverns in N.L.
Vortex Energy Corp. (VRTX-CN) is moving forward with its ambitious plan to transform vast underground salt caverns lying in Newfoundland and Labrador into several million cubic metres of hydrogen storage capacity.
Subterra, Enercare partner to provide geothermal for housing
Geothermal utility Subterra Renewables and energy services company Enercare Inc. will be partnering to provide heating and cooling to new multiresidential and low-rise developments across Canada. Subterra will handle geothermal fields while Enercare will offer in-suite equipment like heat pumps.
CDPQ's exit from oil will bring in billions: study
The Caisse de dépôt et placement du Québec (CDPQ) could increase its returns by over $20 billion in the next decade thanks to its divestment from the oil and gas sector, the Institute for Socioeconomic Research and Information says.
Ont. announces new rules for building EV charging stations
Ontario's Ministry of Energy announced last week that all 58 utility companies in the province will need to follow the same procedures when implementing new public electric vehicle (EV) charging stations, with a deadline of May 27.
Study outlines benefits of EverWind green hydrogen project
EverWind Fuels released the results of an Economic Impact Assessment, supported by Deloitte Canada, on its N.S. green hydrogen and ammonia project. Highlights include over $2.3 billion added to Canadian GDP and the creation of over 11,000 full-time jobs.
 | Canada Green Building Council How will COP28 impact Canada’s real estate sector?In December, the Canada Green Building Council (CAGBC) participated in the Dubai UN Climate Change Conference or COP28. Thomas Mueller, President and CEO of the Council, shares high-level takeaways from COP28 that will impact Canada’s real estate sector. Sponsored by: Canada Green Building Council |
Yukon an EV leader despite cold, remote location
The region is third in Canada, behind only British Columbia and Quebec, in per capita EV ownership. In the third quarter of 2023, zero-emissions vehicles accounted for 10.4 per cent of Yukon’s new vehicle registrations.
Burnaby approves purchase of $1M electric garbage truck
A $1 million electric garbage truck approved by Burnaby, B.C. city council this week may be 60 per cent more expensive than a standard diesel truck, but staff say it could pay for itself in a matter of years.
VW’s Scout EV brand seeks cheap battery
Scout Motors Inc., the new U.S. EV brand backed by Volkswagen AG, is seeking out low-cost battery technology so it can reach mainstream buyers with the sport utility vehicle it has coming in three years.
U.S. to slow EV transition through 2030
U.S. President Joe Biden’s administration is set to ease proposed yearly requirements through 2030 of its sweeping plan to aggressively cut tailpipe emissions and ramp up EV sales, two sources told Reuters on Sunday.
Airlines’ chief pleads for more green fuel
The head of global airlines’ biggest trade group, the International Air Transport Association, implored oil producers to make more low-emissions aviation fuel, warning the future of commercial air travel depends on the industry’s successful decarbonization.
Government of Canada, FCM fund B.C. municipal climate action
The federal government and the Federation of Canadian Municipalities (FCM) have announced an investment of $917,050 through the Green Municipal Fund to enhance sustainability at public facilities in six communities across British Columbia.
Climate change threatens B.C.'s ski industry
By mid-century, about half of the ski seasons on the B.C. coast will be warmer than this one, with “bad years” becoming as frequent as good years, accoring to University of B.C. climate scientist Michael Pidwirny.
First Nations receive funding for clean-energy projects
Five First Nations on Vancouver Island are partnering with B.C. on clean-energy projects to power their communities. The T’Sou-ke, Pacheedaht, Malahat, Uchucklesaht and Ahousaht Nations have all received money through the First Nations Clean Energy Business Fund.
Café William opens energy-efficient Que. factory
Coffee company Café William has opened its new facility in Sherbrooke, Que., featuring what the company says is the world's first 100 per cent electric industrial roaster, with an annual roasting capacity of up to 20 million pounds of coffee.
Startup wants to use the Earth as a battery
Texas startup Sage Geosystems has raised $17 million in Series A funding to build a commercial system that acts like an earthen battery. The idea is to store energy from wind and solar resources to help balance the grid.
Singapore plans $5B fund for clean energy transition
Singapore is setting up a $5 billion fund to invest in clean energy as it works toward net-zero emissions by 2050. Currently, some 95 per cent of the city-state’s electricity comes from natural gas.
Tims testing plastic-free, recyclable lids in P.E.I.
Starting this week, Tim Hortons restaurants across Prince Edward Island will begin a 12-week test of plastic-free, fibre hot beverage lids as part of its efforts to reduce the use of single-use plastics.
That extra charge on your hotel bill may fund a heat pump
Barcelona’s city hall launched a new strategy to direct $145 million from its tourist tax – the charge travellers see on their hotel bill — to a fund that will install heat pumps and solar panels in state-owned schools.
Climate change is fuelling a new type of anxiety
Mental health experts are reporting a rising number of patients experiencing high levels of stress over global warming and its impacts. According to one psychotherapist, "We don’t 100 per cent know how to deal with it."
Industry Events
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Canada Green Building Council: Building Lasting Change 2024
Jun 05 2024
to Jun 06 2024
Toronto
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Global Conference on Renewable Energy and Environmental Sustainability
Aug 16 2024
to Aug 18 2024
Vancouver, Canada
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Greenbuild 2024: Built to Scale
Nov 12 2024
to Nov 15 2024
Pennsylvania Convention Center, Philadelphia, PA
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