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New BMO program aims to finance net-zero commercial building retrofits
The program is backed by capital from the Canada Infrastructure Bank, and opens loans for projects that can realize deep energy retrofits.
Ontario should commit to clean energy economy by 2050: government-commissioned panel
An expert panel says that the province should develop related policies and communicate its vision clearly to the public about a transition to electrification.
Feds provide $4M in funding for U of T mass timber building
The Academic Wood Tower is expected to be the tallest academic timber structure in Canada and one of the tallest mass timber and steel hybrid buildings in North America.
Ontario government outlines next steps for pumped storage project
TC Energy says it is starting work with the Ministry of Energy and the Ontario Energy Board to establish a potential long-term revenue framework for the project.
Toronto’s 41 Division police building to become net-zero
The facility, which is located in Scarborough, is being transformed to meet the city’s mandate for net zero emissions.