Sustainability
Ontario starts second round of Smart Grid Fund
Ontario’s Smart Grid Fund is currently accepting applications for the program’s second round, which closes Sept. 6.
Canada a factor in Obama’s climate action plan
Real estate is a targeted sector in U.S. President Barack Obama's recently released climate action plan.
Sharing promotes sustainable consumerism
The wisdom of crowds is pointing capitalism in a new direction, according to Doug Miller, chairman and CEO of ...
Building lasting change with LEED
According to the CaGBC, there are now more than 1,000 LEED certified buildings in Canada – and that number is only ...
Incentive programs test patience
Delays in the rollout of many of the OPA's CDM programs have now necessitated a one-year extension to what was ...
Energy cost reduction strategies
Most building managers keep track of the cost of their energy bills. However, few pay attention to how much energy ...
Summer heats up DSM prospects
Recurring requirements to off-load excess electricity supply at ratepayers' expense might appear to diminish ...
The next version of LEED
The newest version of the LEED rating system is set to push the envelope in transforming the market to achieve improved environmental outcomes.
Electronically tintable glass
Electronically tintable glass provides dynamic control over the amount of heat and light that is admitted to the building.
Toronto a leader in green roof industry
Toronto’s leadership in the industry is due to the fact that green roofs are not only encouraged but mandatory.
Canadian clean tech funding renewed
The green building sector is one of the beneficiaries of the recent federal budget pledge to renew SDTC funding ...
Market responds to energy performance postings
Evidence shows that increasing the visibility of actions to reduce energy costs and consumption helps to draw support and build momentum.
Capitalizing on solar’s gain
The process of adding solar panels to a building's roof or adjacent land can be made much simpler and less expensive than what is probably thought.
Solar solutions
Waste heat recovery is an exciting renewable energy technology. Waste heat recovery units add to the efficiency of building energy needs ...
5 Rs improve resource efficiency in construction
Mission 2030 sets a target to eliminate construction, renovation and demolition waste from landfill over the next 18 years.
LED lighting retrofit
To get the greatest value out of a LED lighting retrofit, ask about a manufacturer’s product testing, quality control and sustainability practices.
Ontario and Israel cooperate on water technology
Ontario’s burgeoning water technology industry is in step with efforts in other countries to build international ties and learn from innovative efforts in areas where freshwater is a scarce commodity.