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How retailers can turn holiday peaks into year-round sustainability gains
For retailers, the holiday season is typically measured in sales, customer traffic and inventory movement. But it also provides something less obvious: a real-world stress test for the buildings in which all of that activity takes place. Whether a retailer manages one location or hundreds, the challenge is similar: gaining enough visibility and control to reduce energy waste, maintaining comfortable store conditions and addressing equipment issues before they disrupt operations.
The next EV challenge is charging the homes that power them
For a growing number of Canadians, the decision to switch to an electric vehicle (EV) is becoming more feasible. Canada continues to encourage EV adoption through measures such as the federal Electric Vehicle Affordability Program, which currently provides incentives of up to $5,000 for eligible light-duty EVs. In addition to the financial incentives, there are more models available and improving driving range.
Questor aims to acquire waste combustion firm in strategy reboot
A Questor Q-Series units, where waste gases from oil and gas operations are combusted to reduce global warming potential and tackle air pollution. (Courtesy Questor Technology Inc.) Questor Technology Inc. (QST-X), which designs and manufactures waste combustion and energy generation equipment, is looking to acquire local peer Emission Rx Ltd. as a cornerstone of a strategy initiated by its new leadership.
The next phase of Canada's energy transition
Energy Technology Insights Energy Energy transition National Meeting Canada's climate goals will depend increasingly on execution. The decisions made between now and 2030 will shape how quickly emissions decline and whether climate ambitions translate into measurable results.
Vema, SAF+ explore hydrogen-based SAF production in Quebec Original
Vema is exploring a site in Thetford Mines for its potential to be a source of naturally occuring hydrogen. (Courtesy Vema Hydrogen) Vema Hydrogen is joining forces with Montreal-based SAF+ International Group to potentially produce low-carbon jet fuel using natural hydrogen sourced from Quebec’s rocks. Houston-based Vema, a developer of engineered mineral hydrogen projects, plans to extract the element in Thetford Mines, a city south of Quebec City.
The next phase of Canada's energy transition
Canada's climate story is, in many ways, encouraging. Emissions are falling, targets remain in place, and new policies and investments continue to support the transition. Yet meeting Canada's climate goals will depend increasingly on execution. The decisions made between now and 2030 will shape how quickly emissions decline and whether climate ambitions translate into measurable results.
Canada's energy productivity opportunity
Canada's electricity system is entering a period of profound change. Electrification, artificial intelligence (AI), data centre growth and population growth are all increasing demand for power. At the same time, recent periods of extreme heat have shown how quickly electricity use can climb when homes, businesses and industrial facilities are operating at full capacity. The immediate discussion often focuses on whether the grid can keep up. That is an important question, but it is not the only one.
Hamilton biodiesel site sees 'new day' with ownership change
Biidaaban Renewable Energy is to operate a biodiesel site in Hamilton, taking over from its previous owners. (Courtesy HOPA Ports) A Hamilton, Ont. biodiesel project that was put on hold for over a year is being restarted under new ownership: an Indigenous economic development corporation and the operating team of the facility. The facility was built by BIOX Corporation in 2005 and sold to U.S. firm World Energy.
AI surge moves Westbridge to sell Alberta solar, storage project
Expected to be sited almost halfway between Edmonton and Calgary, the transaction for the Red Willow project is supported by positive market trends, Westbridge said. (Courtesy Westbridge Renewable Energy) Spurred by the surge in artificial intelligence (AI) data centres, Westbridge Renewable Energy (WEB-X) plans to sell its stakes in the Red Willow solar project in Alberta for up to $26.7 million, the Calgary-based renewable energy developer said.
GreenStep's tourism standard recognized for hotels, tour operators
Angela Nagy, the founder, president and CEO of GreenStep, says tourism businesses that emphasize sustainability are seeing better returns financially and operationally. (Courtesy GreenStep) GreenStep, a Kelowna, B.C.-based consultancy, is the first North American organization with a sustainable tourism certification for businesses under guidelines set by a United Nations-backed group, helping industry players strengthen their credibility in the sector.
Opinion Leader: Canada must prioritize the ‘three Ds’ to become a leader in the global energy transition
By Frederick Morency Frederick Morency is Vice-President, Field Services at Schneider Electric Canada. Published on September 8, 2021 A summer of ongoing wildfires and rising temperatures, combined with confirmation from the UN that human influence has warmed the atmosphere, ocean and land, is cause for the topic of climate change to be on the top of every agenda.
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