Across Canada, unusually warm and pleasant days can feel like a welcome break from winter. But these conditions often come with an environmental cost. El Niño—a natural climate pattern caused by warmer-than-usual…

For the Waterloo Catholic District School Board (WCDSB), achieving industry-leading carbon emissions reduction is not the result of a single silver-bullet technology, but rather a strategic combination of internal staff expertise, innovative financial stewardship…

As schools prepare for the back-to-school season, it's a great opportunity to raise the bar in your approach to climate action by incorporating…

With forest fires in Northern Ontario becoming a concern for Ontarioans and our neighbours south of the border we put together some educational facts and insights why we…

As global food security becomes increasingly precarious, various environmental factors contribute to the complexities surrounding it. One significant threat…

As Canada celebrates another year of its rich history and vibrant culture on July 1st, it’s an opportune moment to reflect on…

While the world is making great strides in decarbonizing electricity, the "hard to electrify" sectors—such as industrial heat, steel, glass, shipping, and aviation—have struggled to keep pace…

An in-depth conversation between environmental advocate Kale Black, Senior Program Manager and business professional James Thomas Cole Cresswell…

1. Support Local/Ontario Farmers: Choose local produce to reduce the carbon cost of food transportation.

2. Buy Canadian: Prioritize Canadian companies to support…

For decades, electricity in Ontario behaved like a predictable utility expense. Owners and operators could budget using historical averages, assume relatively stable pricing, and treat electricity as a manageable line item within annual operating costs…

Trees have long been admired for their beauty and majesty, but their contributions extend far beyond aesthetics. In our increasingly urbanized world, the impact of trees on wellness, sustainability, and modern architecture is becoming increasingly recognized…

In this month’s cover story, we sit down with Amy Geisberger, the Head of Sustainability for Siemens Canada, to discuss the organization’s ambitious roadmap to decarbonization…

Improving a building's efficiency is much like tuning up an old car.

As organizations look toward 2026, the mandate to reduce operational costs and greenhouse gas (GHG) emissions has never been more urgent. Solving ventilation air leakage has become one of the top energy conservation measures to reduce energy cost and GHG emissions.

As Ontario’s education and healthcare sectors accelerate their net zero ambitions, industry leaders are stepping forward to share their strategies and innovations.

As the holiday season approaches, the concept of a “green Christmas” has gained traction, emphasizing sustainability and eco-friendliness in our celebrations. This shift towards environmental consciousness is not just about reducing waste; it's about rethinking how we celebrate and the impact our choices have on the planet.

The intersection of artificial intelligence (AI) advancement and corporate sustainability is under the microscope as tech companies strive to balance rapid technological growth with environmental responsibility.

Marie Cresswell (Net Zero Times): We are featuring public sector leaders and giving thanks for Healthcare, Educators, and other public sector organizations for their efforts to green our communities. To that end, we want to focus on St. Joe’s Hospital in Hamilton, ON. Karen, congratulations on the IHF award win last year.

As St. Clair College embarks on its decarbonization journey, the Facilities Leadership Team stands out for its commitment to environmental stewardship and innovative strategies to reduce greenhouse gas emissions.

The term "sustainability" holds various meanings for different stakeholders and is applied in diverse contexts. While some individuals dispute scientific consensus on climate change and its implications for our future sustainability, others who acknowledge the need for decarbonization often grapple with limited financial resources, leading them to delay addressing these critical needs.