Construction will create 18,000 jobs and add up to $500 million annually to Ontario’s economy.

The mass-timber building will not need to use fossil fuels for heating or cooling and will have the ability to generate the same amount of energy it consumes.

The list recognizes companies for creating cultures of environmental awareness and developing exceptional sustainability initiatives.

The association is calling for the province to adopt policies that encourage prefabricated housing construction.

The companies aim to develop standardized battery pack solutions that can be applied to various construction equipment products, such as skid-steer loaders and excavators.