Clean technologies drive sustainability by addressing climate and biodiversity crises while boosting economic growth. Isabelle Dubé-Côté, President and Chief Executive Officer at Écotech Québec, discusses how innovation is key to tackling interconnected challenges holistically as climate change and…
Canada’s building sector lacks standardized energy and carbon performance disclosure, limiting informed decision-making. Philippe Bernier, EVP Strategy & Growth at JLL Canada, discusses how adopting mandatory reporting and public labeling could reduce emissions, cut costs, and enhance policy-making.…
There hasn’t been a more important time in decades to be conscious of what you’re buying, and where it comes from. So wrap yourself in the flag, before you go shopping! Just because Trump’s Tariff War was successfully…
Achieving net-zero requires more than green energy—waste management is critical. Canadian businesses can cut emissions by improving waste diversion, electrifying fleets and operations, and using carbon offsets, while embracing innovative technologies to create a sustainable, circular economy. The…
Ron Hallman, President & CEO at Parks Canada discusses the new Indigenous Stewardship Policy which emphasizes relationships, truth-telling, and respect for Indigenous knowledge. It supports conservation, economic opportunities, and resilience to climate change while ensuring Indigenous leadership in…
Lenka Martinek, Managing Partner at Nordiis Capital discusses how regulated carbon markets, combine environmental impact with investment potential. Offering inflation protection and low correlation to other assets, these markets are poised for growth as economic activity rebounds, weather…
What to know about Trump’s cabinet hearings Lee Zeldin, the E.PA. pick, is short on environmental experience: Former New York congressman Lee Zeldin, president-elect Donald J. Trump’s choice to run the Environmental Protection Agency, told senators on Tuesday…
As regulatory bodies mandate climate-related disclosures, businesses face growing pressure to align with frameworks like TCFD and ISSB. Kathy Bardswick discusses how starting early, even incrementally, positions organizations to address risks, seize opportunities, and navigate evolving compliance requirements.…
Afaf Azzouz, Senior Manager, Sustainability and Climate Change at Deloitte, discusses decarbonization in real estate, emphasizing the importance of balancing portfolio- and building-level strategies. Challenges arise in quantifying emissions, particularly Scope 3, and a lifecycle cost approach, along…
Canada has committed to conserving 30% of its lands and waters by 2030, emphasizing Indigenous leadership in conservation. However, First Nations face funding gaps hindering their stewardship efforts. Eddy Adra, CEO at Coast Funds, discusses how collaborative funding…
