Previous winner of the Canadian Geographic competition, in which families cut greenhouse gas emissions for a chance to win $50,000, shares what they learned.
Energy
September 5, 2023
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A grant from Scotiabank’s Net Zero Research Fund is helping Reef Aquaculture Conservancy conserve and restore the Mesoamerican Reef System
Climate change
June 5, 2023
With advances in renewable energy, new economic drivers and shifting social attitudes, climate change solutions are within reach, says Dr. Thomas Wagner
Climate change
May 31, 2023
Scotiabank Net Zero Research Fund grants nearly $100,000 to Con Vida Foundation to build tools for avocado farmers to measure carbon capture vs. water usage
Climate change
October 20, 2022
The B.C.-based lighting firm helps organizations such as property owners, landlords and tenants harness energy-efficient technology to cut energy costs.
Energy
August 22, 2022
With Canada's new ban on some single-use plastics, Scotiabank is implementing a pilot project for reusable takeout containers at its downtown headquarters.
Waste
July 11, 2022
This Halifax-based firm’s award-winning technology is set to help the cement and concrete industry cut carbon emissions by 500 million tonnes a year by 2030.
Climate change
June 16, 2022
Delivering both profit and purpose is key to a successful business.
Esg
November 19, 2021
Carbon markets are a key tool for businesses to mitigate climate change. Listen to climate change lawyer, Lisa DeMarco, discuss the latest carbon market trends.
Sustainable finance
October 26, 2021
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