News by subject: ENP

With a global footprint and presence in major food and ag supply chains around the globe, Cargill is committed to protecting the earth's vital natural resources and reducing its environmental impact. In alignment with its climate commitment, Cargill...

The Canadian nuclear industry congratulates the provinces of Saskatchewan, Ontario and New Brunswick on entering into a Memorandum of Understanding (MOU) to advance the development and deployment of Small Modular Reactors (SMRs) to address climate...

Plastic is not a sustainable method of packaging and should be replaced by materials that are compostable, says TIPA. There is a lack of clarity around the recyclable nature of plastic. Individuals today are increasingly concerned, and confused,...

Almost half of UK boards (46%) spent zero hours discussing climate change this year, and they are the least likely of all of the countries and regions studied in a new report to feel responsible for their impact on the climate - with almost a third...

The Kingdom of Saudi Arabia assumes the 2020 G20 Presidency today, 1 December, 2019. The Saudi G20 Presidency will focus on "Realizing Opportunities of the 21st Century for All." The Kingdom of Saudi Arabia commends the work of the Japanese G20...

Canadians value a safe and clean environment. Environment and Climate Change Canada's enforcement officers strive to ensure that businesses and individuals comply with the laws and regulations administered by Environment and Climate Change Canada,...

In light of the investiture of the new European Commission, Director General of the German Federation of German Industries (BDI) Joachim Lang calls for Commission President Ursula von der Leyen to present a modern EU industrial strategy without...

The City of Beaconsfield is proud to announce the adoption of By-law BEAC-129, which prohibits the distribution of certain single-use shopping bags in retail stores located in Beaconsfield. On October 22, City Council...

The Green Aviation Research and Development Network (GARDN), SkyNRG, Waterfall Group and Vancouver Airport Authority today announced the launch of BioPortYVR, an industry-led project to increase the supply of sustainable aviation fuel (SAF)....

The Impact Assessment Agency of Canada (the Agency) is conducting a federal environmental assessment for the Jeanne D'Arc Basin Exploration Drilling Project, proposed by Husky Oil Operations Ltd. and ExxonMobil Canada Ltd., located approximately 350...

It is time to reap the rewards of embracing new energy technologies says UK Power Networks Services. Today, reducing the cost of energy is a priority for businesses. Writing in Business Reporter, Ian Smyth, Director at UK Power Networks Services,...

The United Arab Emirates announced that the country won a seat on the Executive Board of the United Nations Educational, Scientific and Cultural Organization for the tenure 2019-2023. This marks the fourth time that the UAE has won a seat at one of...

The Committee on the Status of Endangered Wildlife in Canada (COSEWIC) meets twice a year to review the status of wildlife species that have been identified as potentially being at risk of extinction from Canada, as they are mandated to do under the...

In response to news yesterday from the Ministry of the Environment, Conservation and Parks (MECP) concerning the moratorium extension on bottled water permits, Nestlé Waters Canada President Adam Graves made the following statement:  "Nestlé Waters...

As the electricity sector transforms to meet cities' and states' increasingly ambitious clean energy goals and carbon reduction targets, energy efficiency (EE) will be a vital component of the formula for success. Meeting these policy goals requires...

Rocky Mountain Institute (RMI) today launched a new report, Seven Challenges for Energy Transformation, during three connected international events in Delhi, Beijing and New York. The events ? branded "EMERGE" ? convened some of the world's leading...

The 20th Energy Globe World Award was an absolute highpoint in the history of the world's foremost environmental prize, with the submission of over 2,000 pioneering environmental projects from 187 countries in its anniversary year. Guests such as...

Three months before the Iowa caucuses, a recent CNN poll shows climate change is a top priority for Iowa's likely Democratic voters.  Build A Movement 2020 today released the Climate Restoration Emergency Action (CREA) Report Card that demonstrates...

WATEC 2019 will be held on November 18-21, 2019 at the InterContinental David Tel Aviv Hotel, with hundreds of exhibitors and thousands of participants from around the world. Israel currently exports approximately $2.4 billion in technology and...

Specialty Technical Publishers (STP) and Specialty Technical Consultants (STC) announce the availability of the newly updated International Audit Protocol Consortium (IAPC) EHS audit protocol for Argentina. Leading companies around the world use IAPC...

Canada's health care sector is among the worst in the world in terms of greenhouse gas pollution, says the Canada-focused policy brief, issued alongside the latest Lancet Countdown international report, and the sector requires concerted efforts to...

Transat A.T. Inc. has earned Performance + attestation from the ICI on recycle + program for a three-year period. Created in 2003 by RECYC-QUÉBEC, this official Government of Quebec recognition acknowledges initiatives by industries, businesses and...

The Government of Canada is committed to protecting the health, safety, and environment of Canadians. Environment and Climate Change Canada enforces laws that protect Canada's air, water, and natural environment, and we take this responsibility very...

The International Gas Union (IGU) welcomes findings in the International Energy Agency's latest World Energy Outlook (WEO), which support the vital economic and environmental role for natural gas in a sustainable energy future....

The Surfrider Foundation, a leading nonprofit organization dedicated to the protection of the world's ocean, waves and beaches, today announced the release of its 2019 State of the Beach Report. The report reveals that 74% of coastal and Great Lakes...

The 2019 California Economic Summit concluded today in Fresno, marking its eighth and largest gathering where more than 900 public, private and civic leaders from across California came together to commit to policies and programs that will make the...

The polar regions play an exceptional role in the Earth's climate system. The almost endless snow and ice surfaces of the Arctic and Antarctic act like a...

The world's most important environmental award ceremony, the "Energy Globe World Awards", and "Energy Globe Days" will take place this year on the 12th and 13th of November in Espoo, Finland. The Global Chamber Platform (GCP), the United Nations...

Canadian Vehicle Manufacturers' Association President, Mark A. Nantais issued the following statement: The Canadian Vehicle Manufacturers' Association (CVMA) applauds the Ontario government's continued commitment and...

The City of Beacon and Town of Marbletown have decided how to spend sustainability funds earned through participation in Hudson Valley Community Power's community solar program. Beacon will use the money to fund local school projects and seek New...

The Impact Assessment Agency of Canada (the Agency) is conducting a federal environmental assessment for the Newfoundland Orphan Basin Exploration Drilling Project, proposed by BP Canada Energy Group ULC, located offshore, northeast of St. John's,...

Sustainably sourced packaged material is becoming a leading factor in Canadians' purchasing decisions, with 62% of Canadians willing to pay more for such products. According to Asia Pulp & Paper's third annual Attitudes...

With environmental crises growing, and with them protest about the lack of response from governments and industry, the UN's Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs) have never seemed more relevant. One of the 17 goals, "Life on Land" - concerned with...

Gov. Newsom's signatures on AB 1680 and AB 209, both authored by Assemblymember Monique Limón, mark important wins in improving equitable access to California's natural resources and creating meaningful opportunities for communities that have...

The City of Beaconsfield, among twenty-five municipalities across Canada, was selected for an intensive pilot project with the leading global climate initiative. The City will benefit from a network of leading...

Hundreds of energy and sustainability experts and practitioners will be on hand at EMEX to help you to reduce carbon emissions and energy costs. What could happen if we all worked together as an industry to reduce our carbon footprint ? to share best...

Madison Capital Funding LLC ["Madison Capital"], a New York Life Investments company, today announced that it has signed the UN-supported Principles for Responsible Investing ("PRI"). Madison Capital has also established an Environmental, Social and...

French President Emmanuel Macron will make an official State visit to China with a focus on climate change and trade, on November 4th-6th, 2019. Alexandre Feray, OpenAirlines' CEO will join the visit alongside 17 innovative companies as part of the...

The Commonwealth of Dominica is taking centre stage for its inspiring climate resilience initiatives and developing an exquisite ecotourism sector. It achieves this thanks to Dominicans' intrinsic resilient nature, their respect for their island, and...

International and local conservation groups are calling for an immediate closure of the herring fishery in the Strait of Georgia, after recently released data from the federal Department of Fisheries and Oceans (DFO) revealed the population biomass...

Nanalysis Scientific Corp. (the "Company" or "Nanalysis", TSXV:NSCI), is pleased to announce that as of October 23rd, it has entered into a collaboration agreement with Robert Bosch GmbH (Bosch) to jointly develop products for the growing market...

The Impact Assessment Agency of Canada (the Agency) is holding a public comment period as part of the environmental assessment process for the proposed Frontier Oil Sands Mine Project, located in northern Alberta. The Agency invites the public and...

The Global Green Growth Week 2019 (GGGW2019) concluded today in Seoul, Republic of Korea. The 3rd instance of the Global Green Growth Institute's (GGGI) flagship green growth conference gathered hundreds of participants, including decision-makers and...

The Prime Minister, Justin Trudeau, today issued the following statement on United Nations Day: "Today, on United Nations Day, we are reminded of what we can achieve when the world works together. We also reflect on major global challenges like the...

The Indiana Chapter of The Nature Conservancy today applauds the actions taken by United States Senator Mike Braun (R-Jasper) in the formulation of a bipartisan Senate Climate Caucus, and the commitment to finding solutions to tackle climate change...

Mr. Ban Ki-moon, 8th Secretary-General of the United Nations, was re-elected as the Global Green Growth Institute (GGGI)'s Assembly President and Council Chairman on October 16 for the term of February 20, 2020 - February 19, 2022. The 2-year...

Leading scientists, supported by conservation patrol vessels carrying out the second leg of a scientific expedition to study the critically endangered vaquita porpoise (Phocoena sinus), have encountered dozens of fishing skiffs, including one in...

Vissla and the Surfrider Foundation have debuted a new wetsuit design that they never want to make a reality. Developed to raise awareness of the massive risks of climate change and pollution to our oceans and coastlines, the Rising Seas wetsuit is...

To mark the six-month countdown to the 50th anniversary of Earth Day (April 22, 2020), Earth Day Network and partners issued major announcements on a worldwide press call this morning, including the launch of the global mobilization EARTHRISE....

Customers of DTE Energy, Michigan's largest provider of energy efficiency savings, will cumulatively save $626 million on their energy bills over a lifetime thanks to their participation in DTE programs in 2018.  This energy efficiency milestone is...