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Next Hydrogen’s new CEO charts path to commercialization

Tyler Choi Hydrogen Green hydrogen Toronto / GTA 1 day ago

Turning promising hydrogen technology into a commercial business will be the central task for Jocelyne Moyer, the new president and CEO of Mississauga-based Next Hydrogen Solutions Inc. (NXH-X) , as the company pursues opportunities in hydrogen fuelling and nuclear fusion.

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Power Sustainable prioritizes clean energy for $10B Canada investment

Tyler Choi Energy Investment Greater Montreal 2 days ago

Power Sustainable plans to invest more than $10 billion in Canadian infrastructure and companies over the next five years, with clean energy among the key areas of focus for the Montreal-based alternative asset manager.

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Construction starts on Canada's largest carbon capture project

Tyler Choi Carbon Carbon capture Alberta 3 days ago

Ground has been broken on the Origins Carbon Capture Storage Hub near Clive, Alta. The project, being developed by Enhance Energy Inc., is set to become Canada’s largest carbon capture and storage (CCS) project when operations begin in 2027.

Column • Energy Technology Insights

The next EV challenge is charging the homes that power them

David O'Reilly Transportation Electric vehicles National 3 days ago

For many Canadians, the decision to switch to an 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.

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RBC launches program to support community solar projects

Tyler Choi Energy RBC Toronto / GTA 4 days ago

RBC (RY-T) is expanding its renewable energy procurement strategy by launching its Community Solar Program, which will support community solar projects while helping the bank meet its emissions reduction targets.

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Canada played big role in Cologix's sustainability in 2025

Tyler Choi Energy Data National Sep. 4 2026

As data centres face growing public scrutiny over their environmental footprint, Cologix was able to increase its energy and water efficiency in 2025, the colocation data centre operator said in its sustainability report for the year.

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Schutz Canada rooftop solar expected to pay for itself in 3 years

Tyler Choi Energy Solar Energy Ontario Sep. 3 2026

A rooftop solar installation at Schutz Canada Inc.'s Belleville, Ont. manufacturing facility is expected to pay for itself in just over three years, while supplying about one-third of the site’s annual electricity needs.

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Corporate laws guard Canada from U.S. anti-ESG wave: report

Tyler Choi ESG ESG National Sep. 2 2026

While Canadian institutional investors have not been immune to the U.S. backlash against corporate environmental responsibility, research suggests Canada’s legal system appears to have shielded them from some of the movement’s most aggressive actions.

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Schneider Electric targets home EV charging capacity limits

Tyler Choi Transportation Electric vehicle National Sep. 1 2026

Schneider Electric is targeting one of the biggest barriers to installing home electric vehicle (EV) charging — limited electrical capacity — with a new Level 2 charger designed to deliver faster charging without requiring a panel or service upgrade.

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AI surge moves Westbridge to sell Alberta solar, storage project

Tyler Choi Energy Solar Calgary Aug. 31 2026

Spurred by the surge in artificial intelligence (AI) data centres, Westbridge Renewable Energy (WEB-X) plans to sell its stakes in the Red Willow project in Alberta for up to $26.7 million, the Calgary-based renewable energy developer said.

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Whole-building retrofits could gain ground in Alberta: Pembina Institute

Tyler Choi Real Estate Retrofit Alberta Aug. 28 2026

Whole-building retrofits could become a more common practice in Alberta with the implementation of supportive government practices and aid from the financial and insurance sectors, according to a report from the Pembina Institute.

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Questor aims to acquire waste combustion firm in strategy reboot

Tyler Choi Carbon Carbon Calgary Aug. 27 2026

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.

Column • Energy Technology Insights

Canada's energy productivity opportunity

Frederick Morency Energy Electricity National Aug. 26 2026

Canada's electricity system is entering a period of profound change. Electrification, artificial intelligence, data centre growth and population growth are all increasing demand for power. Canada also needs to ask how productively we are using the electricity we already generate.

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Squall is hiring a Business Development Representative

Ann White Human Resources Human Resources National Aug. 25 2026

Squall is hiring a Business Development Representative to be responsible for creating new business opportunities and building relationships with prospective partners, sponsors, advertisers, contributors, organizations, and industry leaders. A major focus of the role will be Sustainable Biz Canada.

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Revolve acquires 14.2 MW of energy storage in Ontario

Tyler Choi Energy Renewable Metro Vancouver Aug. 25 2026

Revolve Renewable Power Corp. (REVV-X) has acquired 14.2 megawatts (MW) of energy storage systems in Ontario from Trillium Storage Limited Partnership and Trillium Storage GP Inc., adding to its growing portfolio of batteries and renewable energy.

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CPP launches enhanced carbon footprint reporting for its portfolio

Tyler Choi Carbon Fund Toronto / GTA Aug. 24 2026

Canada Pension Plan Investment Board (CPP) has released an expanded disclosure that enhances transparency around the carbon intensity and climate transition governance of its portfolio.

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Brookfield Residential enrolls 4 communities in Built Green certification program

Tyler Choi Residential Sustainability Edmonton Aug. 21 2026

Brookfield Residential has enrolled four of its Edmonton developments in Built Green Canada’s communities certification program, making it the first developer of its scale to do so under the pilot.

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Award-winning GEOpark highlights benefits of zero-carbon: panel

Tyler Choi Real Estate CAGBC Ontario Aug. 20 2026

GEOpark — an award-winning, zero-carbon multiunit residential building — is an example of how sustainability, comfort and costs can be effectively balanced in building design, key figures behind the Kingston, Ont. project said in a webinar.

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CCI president looks at U.S. for growth of biogas tech

Tyler Choi Waste Biofuels Regina Aug. 19 2026

CCI BioEnergy, an Oakville-based company which licenses out an organic waste treatment and biogas technology, plans to expand its waste streams and markets, a strategy to be led by its president William Selten.

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Old Dutch achieves fossil fuel-free operations at P.E.I. facility

Tyler Choi Commercial Green Buildings Atlantic Canada Aug. 18 2026

A solar array, geoexchange system and energy recovery technology have enabled Old Dutch Foods to make its accounting office and warehouse facility in Summerside, P.E.I., fossil fuel-free, establishing a new benchmark for sustainability within the snack food manufacturer’s operations.

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Partners for 150 MW Simcoe BESS awarded contract by Ontario

Tyler Choi Energy energy storage Ontario Aug. 17 2026

The partners behind a battery storage facility in Simcoe County have been granted an award by Ontario’s electricity system manager, adding 150 megawatts (MW) of capacity to the province’s pipeline.

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Daniels' MPV2 all-electric townhomes powered by rooftop solar

Tyler Choi Residential Daniels Corp Toronto / GTA Aug. 14 2026

A community-scale rooftop photovoltaic system that graces the townhomes of the Daniels Corporation’s MPV2 in Brampton is a crowning feature of the low-carbon project, powering not just its heat pumps but the expected financial savings for residents.

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Anaergia Q2 revenue leaps to $63.9M, net loss cut YoY

Tyler Choi Waste Anaergia Toronto / GTA Aug. 13 2026

Anaergia Inc. (ANRG-T) saw a near doubling of its Q2 revenue from the year prior – $63.9 million in 2026 compared to $32.3 million in 2025 – which it attributed to projects in Europe and North America.

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N. Vancouver heat recovery centre helps Lonsdale meet climate goals

Tyler Choi Waste District heating Metro Vancouver Aug. 12 2026

North Vancouver utility Lonsdale Energy has started construction on a facility which would reuse and upgrade the energy from hot water produced by locals, sustainably heating buildings and shrinking its carbon emissions.

Column • Sustainability Realized

Rethinking power for Canada's AI boom

Tim Robinson Energy Data Centres National Aug. 11 2026

Canada's AI data centre boom is reshaping how projects are powered, with Alberta leading the way through its flexible bring-your-own-power model. But can developers, lenders and investors seize sustainability opportunities that further accelerate the province’s speed advantage?

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