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Properate's platforms accelerate the home energy retrofit process

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Properate platforms accelerate home energy retrofit process

Software created by Port Moody, B.C.-based Properate is designed to simplify the path to a more energy-efficient, low-carbon home, helping homeowners meet climate and indoor health targets and easing the work of professionals in the sector.

LAZ Parking to add up to 5,000 EV-ready spaces in Canada

LAZ Parking plans to add thousands of electric vehicle (EV) charging stations across its Canadian locations over the next five to seven years, a strategy that will include software made by its partner Epic Charging.

Brookfield Renewable to issue $500M of green bonds

Brookfield Renewable (BEP-N) intends to issue $500 million in green bonds to fund eligible investments, including repayment of indebtedness related to them. The transaction marks the company’s 18th green-labelled corporate securities issuance in North America.

ArcelorMittal Dofasco extends 'green' steel goal by 22 years

Hamilton-based ArcelorMittal Dofasco has quietly extended its timeline by 22 years to phase out coal for "decarbonized" steelmaking, a federal government document says, aiming for 2050 instead of 2028. It is also receiving $50 million more from the federal government for the project.

Ecolomondo in agreement in principle for $2.7M from EDC

Ecolomondo Corporation (ECM-X) has reached an agreement in principle for financing of $2.7 million with Export Development Canada (EDC) to finance additional capital investments and working capital needed to achieve ramp-up of its Hawkesbury tire recycling facility.

Anaergia sticks to 'develop-and-transfer' model after reset

Burlington, Ont.-based waste-to-energy company Anaergia Inc. (ANRG-T) remains committed to a capital-light, “develop-and-transfer” operating model as it seeks to scale its global presence. The company says the approach is now central to its strategy.

Charbone secures first clean UHP hydrogen order from U.S.

Quebec-based Charbone Corp. (CH-X), a producer and distributor specializing in clean ultra high purity (UHP) hydrogen and strategic industrial gases, said it has secured its first American order for clean UHP hydrogen from a customer based in New York state.

Northstar picks Baltimore for first U.S. facility

Calgary-based asphalt shingle recycling company Northstar Clean Technologies Inc. (ROOF-X) has entered into a non-binding agreement to secure a lease in Baltimore as the location for its first U.S. commercial facility.

Manulife taps veritree’s tech for its reforestation program

Manulife Financial Corp. (MFC-T) has launched a reforestation program that will use Vancouver-based veritree Technology Inc.’s technology to monitor and provide the insurer with real-time data on tree growth and biodiversity.

Canada losing momentum on climate action: RBC

A new report from the RBC Climate Action Institute finds that climate efforts in Canada are losing momentum. The report says economic and trade uncertainty, along with policy changes, appear to be souring business and consumer sentiment on climate action.

9 Canadian companies make 2026 Cleantech 100 list

This year, nine Canadian companies were named to the Global Cleantech 100, an annual roster of the world’s top clean technology companies. The companies recognized are: Eavor, Augmenta, Carbon Upcycling, Mangrove Lithium, CO280, Planetary, Cyclic Materials, Moment Energy and Pani.

EV batteries lose just 2.3% life per year: study

Modern EVs have been around for more than two decades, yet battery degradation is still a worry among potential EV owners. But a new study by Oakville, Ont.-based Geotab helps put those concerns to rest.

France misses 2025 GHG emissions reduction goal

France is lagging targeted cuts in greenhouse gas (GHG) emissions, adding to signs that Europe’s largest economies will struggle to reach their 2030 climate goals. Emissions fell 1.6 per cent last year, missing the targeted 4.6 per cent reduction.

Winter Games climate goals clash with environmental reality

The Winter Olympics and Paralympics have, for decades, been a celebration of snow, cold and mountains. But as temperatures rise and snowfall becomes harder to count on, experts say Olympic organizers are still overselling how “sustainable” the Games can be.

Why eco-friendly apparel matters in modern marketing

Branding is not just logotypes and slogans, it’s identity and reputation. Today’s consumers want brands that reflect their values, and sustainability sits at the top of that list. Research indicates consumers are more loyal to brands which show environmental responsibility.

2025 continues streak of hottest years ever recorded

In the race to be the hottest year ever recorded by humans, 2025 lost by a hair. It came in third, at 1.47 C above the pre-industrial reference period (1850 to 1900), according to the European Centre for Medium-Range Weather Forecasts.

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