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Mangrove Lithium's clinker substitute to cut carbon from cement
Mangrove's clinker substitute to cut carbon from cement
EXCLUSIVE: Mangrove Lithium is exploring the commercialization of a cement clinker substitute made from the discards of its lithium processing, which could help cut greenhouse gas emissions from the carbon-intensive cement sector.
CANZA launches regenerative farming ‘Million Acre Challenge’
The Canadian Alliance for Net-Zero Agri-food (CANZA) is looking to sow the seeds for sustainable, regenerative agricultural practices across 365,000 acres of Canadian farmland by 2030 as part of its Million Acre Challenge.
Primaris announces $250M green debenture offering
Primaris Real Estate Investment Trust (PMZ-UN-T) said it has priced a private placement of $250 million of unsecured debentures, maturing Oct. 9, 2030. It intends to use the net proceeds from the offering to finance eligible green projects.
Why the U.S. is investing in B.C. mining companies
The U.S. government is taking stakes in B.C. mining companies as it looks to reduce America's reliance on China for critical minerals used to produce the high-tech batteries for cellphones, electric vehicles (EVs) and renewable energy.
EverWind seeks OK for largest wind project in Nova Scotia
EverWind Fuels, which is hoping to build a green hydrogen plant in Nova Scotia, has filed for environmental assessment for what would be the largest onshore wind farm in the province.
Canada Green Building Council Finance first: Four levers to unlock Canada’s retrofit economyOn October 16, the CAGBC will host a national session on Sustainable Finance & LEED V5, featuring an international panel of green building experts. The event explores how voluntary certifications enhance access to green bonds, sustainability-linked loans, and other financial instruments. Sponsored by: Canada Green Building Council |
Charbone secures Harnois Energies' hydrogen assets
Quebec-based Charbone Hydrogen (CH-X) said it has officially taken possession of hydrogen production and refuelling assets from Harnois Énergies Inc. The company said the assets will allow for its first production of ultra-high purity hydrogen by Q4.
PowerBank announces 6.9 MW solar project in New York
Toronto-based PowerBank Corporation (SUUN-Q) has executed a lease agreement on a 6.9-megawatt (MW) DC ground-mount solar power project known as the NY-Crawford Rd. project, in the Capital District, N.Y.
Hypercharge adds former Telus COO to board
Vancouver-based Hypercharge Networks Corp. (HC-X) has announced the appointment of former Telus chief operations officer Tony Geheran to its board of directors, effective Oct. 10. Hypercharge provides EV chargers for buildings and fleet operations, among other sectors.
Stardust Solar reaches 100 franchises globally
Burnaby, B.C.-based solar power installation company Stardust Solar Energy Inc. (SUN-X) said it has reached 100 franchises globally with the addition of Durham and Kitchener in Ontario, and New London, Conn. in September.
Allied, Hazelview announce 2025 GRESB scores
Allied Properties Real Estate Investment Trust (AP-UN-T) said it has achieved a 2025 Global Real Estate Sustainability Benchmark (GRESB) score of 87. Real estate developer, investor and property manager Hazelview Investments Inc. recorded an overall score of 83 for 2025.
B.C.'s EV mandates are 'tough targets' as sales slow down
B.C.'s first EV target mandates 26 per cent of all new light-duty vehicles sold in the province must be zero-emission vehicles by 2026. That climbs to 90 per cent by 2030 and 100 per cent by 2035.
La Caisse deepens bet on Australian carbon markets
Quebec-based public pension investment manager La Caisse is doubling down on Australian agriculture. Its latest platform, Meldora, sees La Caisse move into the realm of nature-based solutions with a mandate to produce carbon credits.
Zero-carbon rec centre sets precedent in northern Ontario
A new community hub in North Bay, Ont. has been positioned as a national leader in sustainable construction, featuring mass timber from northern Ontario. The city is aiming for the building to be Canada’s first full-sized zero-carbon recreational facility.
Renewables generate more power than coal for first time
Renewable energy sources generated more electricity than coal globally for the first time in the first half of 2025, driven by rapid growth in China and India, a report by think tank Ember showed on Tuesday.
Buildings are turning to 'ice batteries' for sustainable AC
Norton Audubon Hospital in Louisville, Ky. used to get all of its air conditioning (AC) from a conventional system, but now 27 tanks of ice sustain a network of cold-water pipes keeping operating rooms at safe temperatures and patients comfortable.
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