News by subject: ENP

Media representatives are advised that the Minister of Environment and Climate Change, Catherine McKenna, will visit British Columbia, from November 13 to 15, to help advance nature conservation and climate action. On November 14, Minister McKenna...

Today, government, private sector and not-for-profit stakeholders gathered in Northwestern Ontario to promote a recent billboard developed under the province-wide It Takes A Forest public awareness initiative. Greg Rickford, MPP Kenora-Rainy River,...

By harnessing innovation and creativity, the Government of Canada is developing natural resources more sustainably, growing the economy and creating cleaner energy options to transition to a low-carbon future. Our government understands that...

The Government of Canada is taking action to protect Canada's rich natural environment, respect the rights and interests of Indigenous peoples, and support a resilient Canadian natural resource sector, in order to help ensurea healthy environment and...

A study by The Conference Board and Rutgers Center for Corporate Law and Governance (Rutgers CCLG) finds that voting support on proposals regarding companies' sustainability practices has been steadily rising over the last few years, even though such...

Azuri's solar TV has been highlighted by the Global LEAP Awards in its video celebrating global solar innovation and the positive impact of solar for off-grid families.   The video, released at Unlocking Solar Capital in Rwanda today, features Azuri...

The Canadian Environmental Assessment Agency (the Agency) has allocated $75,081 in federal funds to two recipients to assist their participation in the environmental assessment of the proposed James Bay Lithium Mine Project, located 100 kilometres...

The Ministère de l'Environnement et de la Lutte contre les changements climatiques announces that, as was the case in the first compliance period, 100% of regulated emitters surrendered the necessary allowances to cover their greenhouse gas (GHG)...

The effective and strict enforcement of Canadian environmental and wildlife protection legislation is one way that Environment and Climate Change Canada meets its commitment to maintaining clean air and water and protecting wildlife and their...

The Joint Review Panel for the Grassy Mountain Coal Project announces today the start of a comment period on the Environmental Impact Assessment (EIA) and the Addenda submitted by Benga Mining Limited related to the environmental assessment of the...

A distinguished and prominent group of Canadians and international men and women today released the text of an Open Letter to Canadians they will publish later this week in support of urgent action to reduce carbon emissions, including the need for...

The Canadian Environmental Assessment Agency (the Agency) has commenced a federal environmental assessment for the proposed Southeastern Newfoundland Offshore Exploration Drilling Project, located 300 kilometres east of St. John's, Newfoundland and...

The Pew Charitable Trusts said today it was disappointed that for the seventh straight year, member governments of the Commission for the Conservation of Antarctic Marine Living Resources (CCAMLR) failed to agree to marine protections in the waters...

Canadians know that climate change is real and expect their government to have a climate action plan. The Government of Canada's plan has reduced emissions and is protecting the environment while building a strong economy. Pollution knows no borders,...

The Southern Resident Killer Whale is an iconic species that faces significant threats to its survival and recovery. These threats relate to: lack of availability of prey (mainly Chinook salmon); acoustic (noise) and physical disturbance from marine...

Announcements in the UK Autumn Budget demonstrate renewed pressure on companies to reduce plastic use. But according to Sagentia, a Science Group company, whilst recycling and reuse go some way to addressing the problem, there needs to be a holistic...

Canada's oceans are a source of inspiration and pride for all Canadians, and contribute to the growth of our economy. But as overseas trade and the movement of goods grow, there is a need for greater emphasis on marine safety and environmental...

The Canadian Environmental Assessment Agency (the Agency) is conducting a federal environmental assessment for the proposed Newfoundland Orphan Basin Exploration Drilling Project, located 343 to 496 kilometres northeast of St. John's, Newfoundland...

After a year of devastating natural catastrophes, insurance industry experts, policymakers, scientists and environmentalists from across the country gathered in Kansas City on October 24 to discuss community-focused strategies for improving natural...

Canada is committed to advancing measures that will protect our oceans here at home and around the world. Healthy and resilient oceans can help mitigate the effects of climate change. They are also a source of sustainable food and nutrition for the...

New Climate Services Centre to support adaptation efforts in Canada Canadians are seeing the costs of climate change firsthand, from devastating wildfires to floods, droughts and extreme heat. Communities across Canada and around the world need help...

The Prime Minister, Justin Trudeau, today welcomed the Netherlands' endorsement of the Canada-led Ocean Plastics Charter. The endorsement ? another example of the leadership shown by both countries in the fight against ocean pollution ? was announced...

The current trend toward 48-volt electrified vehicles is growing as the automotive industry faces two important challenges. Vehicles need to be more efficient to meet stringent emissions regulations even a 48-volt architecture has limited electrical...

The European Parliament approved yesterday its report on the draft Directive on Marine Pollution and Single-use Plastics. "European Bioplastics fully supports the transition from a linear to a circular economy. Bioplastics enable more sustainable...

With the world shifting toward more sustainable economic growth, the opportunity to provide innovative clean solutions is quickly emerging for Canadian businesses. As global demand for these solutions increases, new markets will lead to growth in...

The programme for the 16th International Conference on Renewable Mobility "Fuels of the Future" at http://www.fuels-of-the-future.com, which will take place on 21/22 January 2019 in Berlin, is now online. Negotiations on the global climate agreement...

The programme for the 16th International Conference on Renewable Mobility "Fuels of the Future" at http://www.fuels-of-the-future.com, which will take place on 21/22 January 2019 in Berlin, is now online. Negotiations on the global climate agreement...

The federal carbon backstop plan announced today creates a further setback in the competitiveness of Canadian small businesses and must include a full rebate for the tax money they pay, says the Canadian Federation of Independent Business (CFIB)....

Canadians for Clean Prosperity welcomed the announcement that 90% of revenues raised from fuel charges under the federal government's backstop carbon price will be returned directly to households. "This system comes close to the recommendation...

Canadians are seeing the costs of climate change first hand, from wildfires in the west to floods in the east, smoke that makes the air unsafe to breathe and heatwaves that endanger the young and the elderly. We need to act now to fight back against...

Members of the media are invited to attend a technical briefing on the Government of Canada's ongoing efforts to tackle climate change. The briefing will offer background information only, and it is not for attribution. Senior officials from the...

Members of the media are invited to attend a technical briefing on the Government of Canada's ongoing efforts to tackle climate change. The briefing will offer background information only, and it is not for attribution. Senior officials from the...

The Keynote is scheduled from 8:30 AM ? 10:00 AM on Wednesday, November 14th. Immediately following the Keynote, Louisiana Lt. Governor Billy Nungesser will deliver the Welcome. The governor grew up in Amite, Louisiana as one of eight children, and...

The Honourable Marie-Claude Bibeau, Minister of International Development, on behalf of the Honourable Navdeep Bains, Minister of Innovation, Science and Economic Development, will announce funding for a clean technology project that will benefit...

The construction of Square du Nordet and Square du Rambler was completed on October 3. From now on, families in the Bois-Franc housing development will benefit from two additional new patches of greenery. Square du Nordet is surrounded by Rue des...

The Honourable Marie-Claude Bibeau, Minister of International Development, on behalf of the Honourable Navdeep Bains, Minister of Innovation, Science and Economic Development, will announce funding for a clean technology project that will benefit...

Protecting the environment, our communities, and the health and safety of Canadians from harmful substances and pollution is a priority for the Government of Canada. Recognizing that asbestos can cause life-threatening diseases, such as asbestosis,...

Today, Canadians for Clean Prosperity released new data showing that households in New Brunswick would receive more money in the form of carbon dividend cheques than they would pay in carbon taxes, if the federal government brings in its carbon tax...

Despite the uncertainties of a new Farm Bill, NRCS continues to accept applications for the Environmental Quality Incentives Program (EQIP) and the Regional Conservation Partnership Program (RCPP). NRCS will screen and rank eligible applications for...

Duke Energy has proposed a new program to expand renewable energy options for its commercial and industrial customers in South Carolina. The proposed Green Source Advantage program will provide large nonresidential...

The governments of Canada and Nova Scotia are working together to fight climate change and grow a clean economy by helping Canadians reduce energy waste, save money, and create good jobs. Today, the Member of Parliament for Central Nova and...

Media representatives are advised that the Parliamentary Secretary to the Minister of Environment and Climate Change and Member of Parliament for Central Nova, Sean Fraser, on behalf of Minister Catherine McKenna, will announce funding from the...

Media representatives are advised that the Parliamentary Secretary to the Minister of Environment and Climate Change and Member of Parliament for Central Nova, Sean Fraser, on behalf of Minister Catherine McKenna, will announce funding from the...

Today, Minister Wilkinson met with Washington State Governor Inslee and BC Premier John Horgan in Vancouver. They discussed the importance of ongoing joint efforts on protecting whale populations, specifically the at-risk Southern Resident Killer...

The Government of Canada is committed to protecting nature and preserving it for generations of Canadians to come. Protecting and restoring valuable water resources such as the Saint John River watershed, the Southern Gulf of St. Lawrence watershed,...

Canadian Manufacturers & Exporters (CME) has launched Fuelling Canada's Future (www.fuellingcanadasfuture.ca), an initiative developed in response to manufacturers' concerns about the potential economic consequences of the Clean Fuel Standard (CFS)....

International NGO founded by Dr. Jane Goodall raises awareness to protect species from trafficking  With the imminent publication of Horizon Scan, a ground-breaking report that, for the first time, identifies and prioritizes the most urgent issues...

The Honourable Jonathan Wilkinson, Minister of Fisheries, Oceans and the Canadian Coast Guard, will tour the Salute to the Sockeye 2018 festival. While there he will meet with representatives from the Adams River Salmon Society and the Little Shuswap...

Hyundai Auto Canada Corp. is proud to announce its "Hyundai Charge Here" mobile battery electric vehicle recharging service is now available in Montreal and Quebec City. The process for a charge is as simple as getting an emergency supply of gas from...

Celebrating its 8th anniversary, the 2018 IEEE Global Humanitarian Technology Conference (GHTC) is a world class conference focused on discussing sustainable development and humanitarian technology related policy, insight and experiences and...