Environment

Richmond company developed system to reclaim heat from wastewater in residential buildings

Lack of transparency in sustainability ratings is resulting in investor confusion and public cynicism

Two-thirds of Canadians say they are likely to consider making green renovations to their homes in order to make them more energy efficient or environmentally friendly, according to the results of a Scotiabank home renovations poll released October 17.

Metro Vancouver's Zero Waste Challenge is not going to result in as dramatic a reduction in our environmental footprint as is being hyped, according to the Canadian Centre for Policy Alternatives (CCPA).

The Ministry of Environment has released the results of a marine-spill preparedness study, the province announced October 10.

The idea that “green jobs” can save the environment while aiding the economy is nothing but a fantasy, according to an October 9 report from the University of Calgary’s School of Public Policy.

The provincial government announced October 3 it is funding a $650,000 environmental study of the potential impacts large-scale industrial developments would have on the Kitimat airshed if the proposed projects were built.

Canada needs a new approach to assessing links between economic performance and environmental quality, according to an October 2 TD Economics report.

Onerous reporting requirements, vague targets and timeline criticized

Unknown contract costs, environmental impact raise company red flags