Start Date: 2025-02-22
End Date: 2025-02-28

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Canada Invests in Renewable Energy for Remote Communities

The Government of Canada has committed $500,000 to the second phase of the Global Initiative for Transitioning Remote Communities to Renewable Energy in partnership with the International Renewable Energy Agency. The initiative aims to support the transition of remote areas from fossil fuels to cleaner energy sources, thereby improving local air quality and reducing spill risks. The funding will focus on developing case studies, conducting renewable energy assessments, and organizing workshops globally.

Sources: Announcements: www.canada.ca

Green Government Operations Plan Announced

The Treasury Board of Canada Secretariat has announced a $10 million investment in carbon removal services as part of the government's strategy to reduce its carbon footprint. This step is part of a broader initiative to achieve net-zero emissions by 2050. The plan includes a Request for Information to engage industry in developing carbon dioxide removal services, leveraging Canada's expertise in carbon management technologies.

Sources: Announcements: www.canada.ca

Federal Investment in Atlantic Canada Steel Manufacturer

Atelier Gérard Beaulieu Inc. in Saint-Quentin, New Brunswick, is set to receive $750,000 from the federal government to acquire advanced laser cutting equipment. This investment is expected to increase efficiency, reduce energy consumption, and create 60 new full-time jobs by 2026, reflecting the government's support for sustainable industrial practices.

Sources: Announcements: www.canada.ca

Natural Gas Transmission and Storage Data Released

Statistics Canada released data on natural gas transmission, storage, and distribution for December 2024, providing insights into the sector's dynamics.

Sources: Open Government Data Set: www.statcan.gc.ca

Altop Energy's Application to Export Electricity to the US

Altop Energy Investments LP has applied to the Canada Energy Regulator to export up to 5 million MWh of electricity annually to the United States for ten years. The application invites public submissions on the potential impact on Canadian electricity consumers and the conditions of sale.

Sources: Gazette, Part I: www.gazette.gc.ca