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New tools to help forecast climate risk to investments, assets
New tools to help forecast climate risk to investments
The Université du Québec à Montréal and the Canadian Institute of Actuaries are teaming up to better understand climate-related risks for insurers and investment firms on a warming planet.
CAGBC hosting transition workshops for building pros
The Canada Green Building Council (CAGBC) is holding workshops in four major Canadian cities to guide real estate industry professionals through the steps of decarbonizing and improving the climate resiliency of buildings, called transition planning.
Medicine Hat moves ahead with $131.5M solar project
Elected officials in Medicine Hat, Alta., voted unanimously Monday to fund a $131.5-million solar farm they hope will attract new business, provide carbon levy savings and extend the lifespan of gas-fired turbines.
PowerBank raises $13.68M to support 'growth trajectory'
Toronto-based PowerBank Corporation (SUUN-Q) has raised gross proceeds of US$13.68 million through the offering of common shares. The funds will support the company's "growth trajectory and strategic vision," according to president and CEO Richard Lu.
Carbon Upcycling names Markus Kritzler new CEO
Calgary-based supplementary cementitious materials provider Carbon Upcycling Technologies has announced the appointment of Markus Kritzler to chief executive officer to lead the company's expansion across North America and Europe. Kritzler previously led group-wide strategy at Holcim.
NU E Power appoints new chief financial officer
Calgary-based NU E Power Corp. (NUE-CN) announced the appointment of John Meekison as chief financial officer, effective immediately. Meekison brings over a decade advising and operating within the clean technology and energy transition sectors.
Charbone announces first hydrogen hub in Ontario market
Brossard, Que.-based hydrogen producer Charbone Corp. (CH-X) has announced the development of its first hydrogen supply hub in the Ontario market. The hub will serve as a dedicated physical storage and local distribution facility.
HPQ Silicon increases equity stake in Novacium SAS
HPQ Silicon Inc. (HPQ-X) has increased its equity interest in Novacium SAS by an additional 8.4 per cent, raising its ownership from 28.4 per cent to 36.8 per cent. HPQ's interest in Novacium will increase by an additional 84 shares.
Feds consider reviving EV incentives: sources
The federal government is considering bringing back consumer incentives for electric vehicles (EVs) and plug-in hybrids as it finalizes its national automotive strategy, CBC News has learned. The previous program offered customers up to $5,000 toward an EV purchase.
Why EREVs might be the sleeper hit of the EV transition
Extended-range electric vehicles (EREVs) are plug-in hybrids with an internal combustion engine functioning only as a generator to recharge the battery and extend range, without directly powering the wheels. And they've been enthusiastically adopted by Chinese drivers.
Twin housing blocks are key to Toronto’s climate future
Twins have long fascinated medical researchers, but a pair of community housing towers in Toronto has drawn the interest of a building scientist who sees a perfect opportunity to test for real-world results of building upgrades.
Manitoba wind farms won't be fully built until 2035
It will take nine years to fully build out new wind farms Manitoba Hydro is relying upon to increase its generating capacity, the Crown corporation states in a new plan to ensure it has enough power to meet consumer needs.
Sustainable process could help W. Canada lithium industry
A new and possibly more environmentally friendly way to mine lithium, direct lithium extraction, could make it easier to extract the critical mineral from deposits in Western Canada, as companies move closer to demonstrating the technology works at scale.
Changing energy sector is fuelling a better life for workers
After 15 years, Benji Perry made a switch and is no longer drilling for oil in Alberta. For the last five years, he’s been drilling for geothermal heating in the Toronto area instead. "You’re actually got a life,” Perry said.
Can Apple balance Q1 growth with its net-zero promise?
Apple (AAPL-Q) started fiscal 2026 with a powerful performance. At the same time, it doubled down on its climate roadmap, highlighting renewable energy use, carbon credits and ambitious emissions reduction targets.
What happens when the Winter Olympics can’t rely on winter
All the cities that staged the Winter Games since 1950 have heated up in the years since by an average of 2.7 C, according to scientists at Climate Central. That’s well above 1.4 C, the warming average for the entire planet.
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