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Over 50 organizations speak out against the gutting of environmental laws in Ontario’s budget bill
Published Thu, 10 May 2012 09:46:16 EST Read More
Endangered species, provincial parks, and cottage country lakes all put at risk For immediate release Toronto, May 10, 2012 â As debate over the Liberal budget bill (Bill 55, Strong Action for Ontario Act) continues at Queenâs Park, more than 50 Ontario-based environmental and other non-profit organizations have submitted...... Click here to read this release
New Executive Director of Canadian insulation association sets sustainability and energy efficiency as top priorities
Published Wed, 2 May 2012 10:16:53 EST Read More
Media Release (OTTAWA, ON - May 2nd, 2012) - The board of directors of NAIMA Canada today announced the appointment of Jay Nordenstrom as Executive Director of the association. "Jay brings extensive experience in policy development and advocacy, with e...... Click here to read this release
Small scale water power experts to hold information session in Parry Sound on May 8th
Published Mon, 23 Apr 2012 10:36:57 EST Read More
Media Advisory What: The Water Power Group (WPG), developers of small scale community water power projects, will hold an information session at the Best Rates Inn in Parry Sound. There is no cost for admission; coffee and other refreshments served. Topics they will discuss include: ⢠How community organizations can work with the WPG to develop water power projects ...... Click here to read this release
Small scale water power experts to hold information session in Sudbury on May 9th
Published Mon, 23 Apr 2012 10:35:04 EST Read More
Media Advisory What: The Water Power Group (WPG), developers of small scale community water power projects, will hold an information session at the Royal Canadian Legion in Sudbury. There is no cost for admission; coffee and other refreshments served. Topics they will discuss include: ⢠How community organizations can work with the WPG to develop water power project...... Click here to read this release
Small scale water power experts to hold information session in North Bay on May 10th
Published Mon, 23 Apr 2012 10:31:58 EST Read More
Media Advisory What: The Water Power Group (WPG), developers of small scale community water power projects, will hold an information session at the Royal Canadian Legion in North Bay. There is no cost for admission; coffee and other refreshments served. Topics they will discuss include: ⢠How community organizations can work with the WPG to develop water power proje...... Click here to read this release
The Oak Ridges Moraine Trail - From Dream to Reality
Published Fri, 20 Apr 2012 12:02:34 EST Read More
âOnce Around the Ridgeâ ribbon cutting ceremony to be held in Mono Mills (KING CITY, ON, April 20, 2012) On Saturday, April 21st, 2012, the Oak Ridges Trail will celebrate the opening of its western gateway in Mono Mills, thus realizing a dream that started almost 40 years ago. The Oak Ridges Trail Association (ORTA) is quick to clarify,...... Click here to read this release
Canadian homeowners need to know about the cancer risk in their basements
Published Tue, 17 Apr 2012 09:53:21 EST Read More
Media Release Can you name the leading cause of lung cancer among non-smokers in Canada? (Toronto, ON April 17, 2012) A new study, The Radon Challenge: Building Awareness and Encouraging Action by The Homeowner Protection Centre (HPC) suggests that only about 8% of Canadians can name radon as the leading cause of lung cancer among non-smokers in Canada, de...... Click here to read this release
New virus found in farm salmon sold in Canadian supermarkets
Published Fri, 13 Apr 2012 13:17:20 EST Read More
Press Release - For Immediate Release Sointula, BC (April 13, 2012) - Test results report 44 out of 45 farm salmon purchased from several Vancouver Superstore and T&T markets on February 4 & 28, 2012 tested positive for a newly identified Norwegian virus. The seafood departments at these markets informed us these were fresh BC-raised farm salmon. The piscine reovirus weake...... Click here to read this release
Small scale water power experts to hold information session in Bracebridge on May 2nd
Published Fri, 13 Apr 2012 11:46:18 EST Read More
Media Advisory What: The Water Power Group (WPG), developers of small scale community water power projects, will hold an information session at the Royal Canadian Legion in Bracebridge. There is no cost for admission; coffee and other refreshments served. Topics they will discuss include: ⢠How community organizations can work with the WPG to develop water power pro...... Click here to read this release
Harper budget eliminates national ecoENERGY Retrofit-Homes Program, devastates energy savings industry; Ontario hardest hit by cuts
Published Thu, 29 Mar 2012 17:07:37 EST Read More
Media Release (Vancouver, BC, March 29, 2012) In Budget 2012, Prime Minister Stephen Harper eliminated the federal ecoENERGY Retrofit - Homes program. This will result in immediate job losses in every Canadian community. Ontario is now the only Canadian province without an active home energy retrofit incentive program. Prime Minister Harperâs cut means that Ontarioâs energy...... Click here to read this release
Harper budget eliminates national ecoENERGY Retrofit - Homes program, devastates energy savings industry
Published Thu, 29 Mar 2012 17:02:03 EST Read More
Media Release (Vancouver, BC, March 29, 2012) In Budget 2012, Prime Minister Stephen Harper failed to renew the federal ecoENERGY Retrofit - Homes program. This will result in reduced levels of energy conservation, and immediate job losses in every Canadian community. âJust because Canada is blessed with energy, doesnât mean we should waste it,â stated Jeff Murdock, vice-...... Click here to read this release
Ontario Sustainable Energy Association welcomes FIT Review decision expected this week
Published Tue, 20 Mar 2012 16:52:14 EST Read More
Interview Opportunity Interview Opportunity - Kristopher Stevens Executive Director of Ontario Sustainable Energy Association Ontario Sustainable Energy Association (OSEA) is neither surprised nor concerned that electricity prices from renewable sources under the Feed-in tariff (FIT) are expected to drop by at least 25%. The Government of Ontario has demonstrated ...... Click here to read this release
Small scale water power experts to hold information session in Bancroft on March 28th
Published Fri, 16 Mar 2012 10:55:05 EST Read More
Media Advisory What: The Water Power Group (WPG), developers of small scale community water power projects, will hold an information session at the Royal Canadian Legion in Bancroft. There is no cost for admission; coffee and other refreshments served. Topics they will discuss include: ⢠How community organizations can work with the WPG to develop water power proje...... Click here to read this release
Small scale water power experts to hold information session in Napanee on March 27th
Published Fri, 16 Mar 2012 10:53:02 EST Read More
Media Advisory What: The Water Power Group (WPG), developers of small scale community water power projects, will hold an information session at the Royal Canadian Legion in Napanee. There is no cost for admission; coffee and other refreshments served. Topics they will discuss include: ⢠How community organizations can work with the WPG to develop water power project...... Click here to read this release
Small scale water power experts to hold information session in Smiths Falls on March 26th
Published Fri, 16 Mar 2012 10:46:37 EST Read More
Media Advisory What: The Water Power Group (WPG), developers of small scale community water power projects, will hold an information session at the Royal Canadian Legion in Smiths Falls. There is no cost for admission; coffee and other refreshments served. Topics they will discuss include: ⢠How community organizations can work with the WPG to develop water power p...... Click here to read this release
World Water Day 2012: Water Stewardship Key to Sustainable Food Production
Published Mon, 12 Mar 2012 14:17:55 EST Read More
Attention Editors - This article about World Water Day 2012 can be reproduced no charge. Please credit Brian Zeiler-Kligman, Director of Sustainability, Canadaâs National Brewers. For any questions about World Water Day (on March 22, 2012) or about this article, please contact Brian Zeiler-Kligman at bz-k@nationalbrewers.ca or 905-361-4193. ...... Click here to read this release
Ontario government needs to "Climate-Proof" Ontario
Published Wed, 7 Mar 2012 10:25:30 EST Read More
Media Release Toronto, March 7, 2012 - In his report Ready for Change? An assessment of Ontarioâs climate change adaptation strategy released today at Queen's Park, Gord Miller, Environmental Commissioner of Ontario, said the Ontario government is off to an encouraging start in preparing the province for the impacts of climate change. This is good news, says Mille...... Click here to read this release
REMARKS - Special Report - Ready for Change? An assessment of Ontario's climate change adaptation strategy
Published Wed, 7 Mar 2012 10:15:01 EST Read More
REMARKS Gord Miller, Environmental Commissioner of Ontario Special Report - âReady for Change? An assessment of Ontario's climate change adaptation strategyâ Legislative Media Studio, Queenâs Park 10:00 a.m., Wednesday, March 7, 2012 Check Against Delivery The Ontario government needs to climate proof the province. We are now experiencing the climate alteration...... Click here to read this release
Toronto City Hall Stands Up for Oak Ridges Moraine
Published Tue, 6 Mar 2012 15:30:05 EST Read More
Conservation Groups Urge Province to Follow Suit Media release (March 6, 2012) - In response to urgent calls from three environmental organizations about contaminated soil dumped on one of the pro...... Click here to read this release
Le commissaire à l'environnement de l'Ontario publie le rapport spécial sur l'adaptation au changement climatique
Published Thu, 1 Mar 2012 11:43:20 EST Read More
Avis aux médias Le commissaire à l'environnement de l'Ontario publie un rapport spécial qui passe en revue le rapport Faire face au changement climatique : Stratégie dâadaptation et plan dâaction de lâOntario 2011-2014. Le rapport Faire face est un plan que le gouvernement de lâOntario a publié. Il décrit les mesures que le gouvernement a prises pour pr...... Click here to read this release
Environmental Commissioner of Ontario to release Special Report on climate change adaptation
Published Thu, 1 Mar 2012 11:36:53 EST Read More
Media Advisory The Environmental Commissioner of Ontario is releasing a Special Report to review Climate Ready: Ontario's Adaptation Strategy and Action Plan, 2011 - 2014. Climate Ready is a plan released by the Ontario government. It outlines measures that the government is taking to prepare the province for warmer temperatures, and more severe weather events, due to clima...... Click here to read this release
Not all Socially Responsible Mutual Funds are created equal: Survey finds big disparity among socially responsible funds
Published Fri, 24 Feb 2012 13:15:40 EST Read More
Press Release TORONTO, February 24, 2012 - Today Corporate Knights, the company for clean capitalism, unveiled its 2012 Responsible Investing Survey. The results of the ranking, which were released today in the February issue of the magazine, were designed to help investors make an educated judgment on which funds have done the best job of fusing the social, environm...... Click here to read this release
Is the Oak Ridges Moraine protected?
Published Wed, 22 Feb 2012 16:16:47 EST Read More
Media Advisory Coalition fears consequences of dumping, development and draining on the moraine Attention: Assignment Editors; Environment Reporters/Media photo-op Event: The Moraine Canât Wait campaign is hosting a presentation on the biggest threats to drinking water on the Oak Ridges Moraine. The event is open ...... Click here to read this release
Keeping An Eye On Queen’s Park
Published Tue, 14 Feb 2012 11:24:15 EST Read More
OntarioMonitor.ca makes monitoring Ontario Legislature easy and affordable Media Release (February 14, 2012 - Toronto, ON) Today was the official launch of OntarioMonitor.ca, an online service that makes the Ontario Legislature more transparent and accessible. OntarioMonitor.ca allows users to easily monitor material from Ques...... Click here to read this release
Op Ed - Where is the conserve in Harper’s Conservatives?
Published Thu, 9 Feb 2012 09:57:02 EST Read More
Op Ed Prime Minister Harperâs 1960s piano tunes may be timeless, but his single-minded approach to developing new energy supply is long out of fashion. Attitudes have changed, and Canadian leaders need to keep up. Before proposing new megaprojects to produce more energy, decision makers shoul...... Click here to read this release
Drummond Commission receives recommendations on guaranteed performance based solutions to upgrade Ontario’s aging infrastructure and save money
Published Tue, 31 Jan 2012 10:52:07 EST Read More
The Energy Services Association of Canada provides input to The Commission on the Reform of Ontario's Public Services (TORONTO, ON Jan. 31,2012) -The Energy Services Association of Canada (ESAC) has submitted a report called The Role and Benefits of Performance Based Solutions in the Rehabilitation of Ontarioâs Public Sector Infrastructu...... Click here to read this release
Feds terminate popular ecoENERGY Retrofit - Homes program early
Published Mon, 30 Jan 2012 10:18:50 EST Read More
Harper Government invests less than half of $400 million promised in Budget 2011 - industry braces for job losses VANCOUVER, BC - (January 30, 2012) - Natural Resources Minister Joe Oliver closed the popular ecoENERGY Retrofit - Homes program to any new registrants on Sunday, January 29. The sudden closing of the program comes two months befo...... Click here to read this release
Ministry of Transportation earns Environmental Commissioner of Ontario's Recognition Award
Published Mon, 16 Jan 2012 13:11:58 EST Read More
Media Release (Toronto, January 16, 2012) Today, staff at the Ministry of Transportation (MTO) received the Environmental Commissioner of Ontarioâs (ECO) 2011 Recognition Award for using two environmentally beneficial innovations: bioretention cells and rubber modified asphalt (RMA). The innovations are used at the carpool lot in Beamsville, Ontario, located at the Queen ...... Click here to read this release
Ontario Energy Board decision creates regulatory uncertainty and will make it difficult to keep the lights on in Toronto
Published Thu, 5 Jan 2012 17:05:48 EST Read More
Media Release (Toronto, January 5, 2012) Released earlier today, the Ontario Energy Board's (OEB) decision rejected Toronto Hydro's application to use a "Cost of Service" formula to set rates. This is a source of great concern for a group of private sector companies and unions known as Keep The Lights On (KTLO). KTLO members work with utility companies to improve the capac...... Click here to read this release
12 energy-related predictions for 2012 in Canada - Stephen Koch, Executive Director, NAIMA Canada
Published Thu, 22 Dec 2011 17:28:36 EST Read More
Does Canada need more energy supply or more insulation? Clearly, this is a gross simplification but it is estimated that almost a third of Canada's current energy consumption is used for heating and cooling buildings and homes. This number could be cut in half with proper conservation initiatives. This is the context for my 2012 Canadian energy conservation predictions - within an insulat...... Click here to read this release
More Words than Action on the Environment
Published Thu, 22 Dec 2011 17:20:55 EST Read More
Op Ed By: Gord Miller, The Environmental Commissioner of Ontario Most people would agree the Ontario government has a pretty good track record in dealing with the environment. But as we enter 2012, I am concerned that a creeping paralysis is infecting environmental policy in this province, as it is in other jurisdictions. A couple of examples come to mind. Solid waste ma...... Click here to read this release
Downspout disconnection - What’s the point?
Published Thu, 22 Dec 2011 11:35:18 EST Read More
To the Editor:
This is an article form a series of monthly columns by Environmental Law Specialist Dianne Saxe, one of the top 25 environmental lawyers in the world, and Ms. Jackie Campbell. These articles are available for publishing at no charge, provided Dr. Saxe and Ms. Campbell are cited as the authors. Dr. Saxe can be contacted at (416) 962-5882 or ......
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Oak Ridges Moraine Conservation Act celebrates ten year milestone but tough road still ahead
Published Thu, 15 Dec 2011 12:18:27 EST Read More
Media Release (KING CITY, ON, Dec.15, 2011) The Oak Ridges Moraine Conservation Act (the Act), passed December 14, 2001, was enacted to control the aggressive urban sprawl of the mid-to-late eighties that threatened the fragile hydrogeology, geomorphology and ecology of the Oak Ridges Moraine - a source of drinking water for millions of people. The Act was passed afte...... Click here to read this release
Counting for Conservation! The 112th Christmas Bird Count
Published Wed, 14 Dec 2011 09:38:48 EST Read More
For immediate release (Toronto, Dec. 14, 2011 - Nearly 60 Ontario Nature member groups are leading bird counts this year in communities across Ontario, significantly bettering last yearâs mark of 40. The most southerly count will be at Point Pelee, the most northerly will be coordinated by the Thunder Bay Field Naturalists in 13 communities (such as Red Lake, Ignace and F...... Click here to read this release
Ontario must phase out all power subsidies, says Ontario Sustainable Energy Association
Published Thu, 8 Dec 2011 17:26:54 EST Read More
Media Release Report asks - Nuclear Power: Where is the Business Case? (Toronto ON Dec 08, 2011) Today, the Ontario Sustainable Energy Association (OSEA) released "Nuclear Power: Where's the Busin...... Click here to read this release
10 years after - on the Oak Ridges Moraine
Published Thu, 8 Dec 2011 10:27:36 EST Read More
Media Advisory The Oak Ridges Moraine Foundation will recognize the 10th Anniversary of the Oak Ridges Moraine Conservation Act and mark the start of the holiday season with a tree lighting ceremony. The celebration recognizes the passage of the Oak Ridges Moraine Conservation Act in 2001 that protects a wealth of natural habitats, safeguards an enormous groundwater recharge s...... Click here to read this release
DISCOURS - Rapport annuel sur les progrès liés à l'économie d'énergie, 2010
Published Wed, 7 Dec 2011 10:30:23 EST Read More
DISCOURS Gord Miller, commissaire à l'environnement de l'Ontario Rapport annuel sur les progrès liés à l'économie d'énergie, 2010 - Gérer un système énergétique complexe - Résultats Studio des médias de Queenâs Park, édifice de lâAssemblée législative Le mercredi 7 décembre 2011 à 10 h Priorité au discours anglais prononcé Au printemps ...... Click here to read this release
Le commissaire à l’environnement dit qu'il faut redoubler d’efforts en économie d’énergie
Published Wed, 7 Dec 2011 10:24:52 EST Read More
Communiqué de presse\ Toronto, le 7 décembre 2011 - Le commissaire à lâenvironnement de lâOntario dit que les réalisations du gouvernement en matière dâéconomie dâénergie sont considérables, mais incomplètes. Au moment où M. Gord Miller publie son deuxième volume du Rapport annuel sur les progrès liés à lâéconomie dâénergie, 2010, Gérer un ...... Click here to read this release
Remarks - Environmental Commissioner of Ontario 2010 Annual Energy Conservation Progress Report
Published Wed, 7 Dec 2011 10:06:11 EST Read More
REMARKS Gord Miller, Environmental Commissioner of Ontario 2010 Annual Energy Conservation Report - "Managing a Complex Energy System -â Results" Legislative Media Studio, Queenâs Park 10:00 a.m., Wednesday, December 7, 2011 Check Against Delivery Last spring I released the first volume of my annual energy conservation report to the Legislature entitled M...... Click here to read this release
The Environmental Commissioner says more work is needed on energy conservation
Published Wed, 7 Dec 2011 10:01:06 EST Read More
Media Release Toronto, December 7, 2011 - The Environmental Commissioner of Ontario says the governmentâs energy conservation achievements are substantial, but incomplete. In releasing volume two of his 2010 Energy Conservation Progress Report, Managing a Complex Energy System - Results, Gord Miller says "the government achieved two-thirds of an electricity conserv...... Click here to read this release
Toronto Cool Roof Summit² presents benefits of white roof technologies
Published Tue, 6 Dec 2011 10:50:04 EST Read More
Media Advisory The Cool Roof Summit2 will feature industry experts speaking on the benefits of the emerging technology known as Reflective White Roofs. White roofs lower heating and cooling bills to save building owners and operators significant amounts of money. Most Canadian roofs are dark-colored. In the full sun, the surface of a black roof can increase in temper...... Click here to read this release
Real versus fake Christmas trees
Published Tue, 6 Dec 2011 09:17:18 EST Read More
Real Christmas trees are the environmentally friendly choice
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(Toronto, ON, December 6, 2011) Today marks the annual Christmas Tree Presentation to the Lieutenant Governor of Ontario. Each year, the Ontario Forestry Association (OFA) donates a Christmas tree and hosts a corresponding lighting ceremony. The trees are genero......
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Le commissaire à l'environnement de l'Ontario publie le Rapport annuel sur les progrès liés à l'économie d'énergie (volume 2)
Published Fri, 2 Dec 2011 12:13:44 EST Read More
Avis aux médias Le commissaire à l'environnement de l'Ontario publiera le deuxième volume du Rapport annuel sur les progrès liés à l'économie d'énergie, 2010, soit Gérer un système énergétique complexe - Résultats. Le rapport résume les progrès que la province fait pour atteindre les cibles dâéconomie dâélectricité et il passe en revue le rendem...... Click here to read this release
Environmental Commissioner of Ontario to release Volume Two of 2010 energy conservation report
Published Fri, 2 Dec 2011 12:08:39 EST Read More
Media Advisory The Environmental Commissioner of Ontario will release Volume Two of his 2010 energy conservation report, Managing a Complex Energy System - Results. The report summarizes the province's progress in meeting electricity conservation targets and reviews the performance of provincial programs to conserve energy. The conference will be available via webcast. T...... Click here to read this release
Don't Ignore the Moraine!
Published Tue, 29 Nov 2011 12:02:08 EST Read More
Conservation groups ask Province to protect Ontarioâs rain barrel For immediate release Toronto, November 29, 2011 - Echoing months of warnings from Ontario conservation organizations, a new report from the provincial environmental commissioner Gord Miller underscores the need for tougher land use and water monitoring r...... Click here to read this release
Ontario’s Environmental Commissioner applauds work of Oak Ridges Moraine Foundation and questions lack of government support
Published Tue, 29 Nov 2011 11:25:08 EST Read More
Media Release See below for page 122 of the Environmental Commissioner of Ontarioâs 2011/2012 Annual Report, Engaging Solutions, released on November 29, 2011 at the Ontario Legislature: To view the entire Environmental Commissionerâs 2010/2011 Annual Report, E...... Click here to read this release
DISCOURS - Rapport annuel de 2010-2011, Mettre des solutions en oeuvre
Published Tue, 29 Nov 2011 10:47:46 EST Read More
DISCOURS M. Gord Miller, commissaire à lâenvironnement de lâOntario Rapport annuel de 2010-2011, Mettre des solutions en oeuvre Studio des médias de Queenâs Park, édifice de lâAssemblée législative 10 h, le jeudi 29 novembre 2011 Priorité au discours anglais prononcé Les élections sont terminées, et nous devons tous maintenant continuer les affaires d...... Click here to read this release
REMARKS - Environmental Commissioner of Ontario 2010/11 Annual Report
Published Tue, 29 Nov 2011 10:32:35 EST Read More
REMARKS Gord Miller, Environmental Commissioner of Ontario 2010/11 Annual Report - "Engaging Solutions" Legislative Media Studio, Queenâs Park 10:00 a.m., Tuesday, November 29, 2011 Check Against Delivery The election is over and now we all have to get on with the business of the Province. So I am here to release the first of a series of reports that have been wa...... Click here to read this release
Government Failing to Reduce Ontario’s Waste
Published Tue, 29 Nov 2011 10:29:01 EST Read More
Media Release (Toronto, November 29, 2011) The Environmental Commissioner of Ontario has called on the new government to make waste diversion one of its top environmental priorities. In his 2010/2011 Annual Report released today, Gord Miller says progress on this issue has stalled and the government is sitting on solutions to reduce the more than 9 million tonnes of waste that are...... Click here to read this release
Ontario Government Failing Endangered Species
Published Tue, 29 Nov 2011 10:25:14 EST Read More
Media Release (Toronto, November 29, 2011) The Government of Ontario is not taking sufficient steps to protect and recover the provinceâs imperilled species. This warning was issued by the Environmental Commissioner of Ontario, Gord Miller, in his 2010/2011 Annual Report released today at Queenâs Park. âOntarioâs Endangered Species Act is a good law that has th...... Click here to read this release
MOE and MNR Can’t Handle Core Responsibilities
Published Tue, 29 Nov 2011 10:20:10 EST Read More
Media Release (Toronto, November 29, 2011) Capacities are stretched dangerously thin at the two ministries mandated to protect Ontarioâs environment and natural resources. This warning was issued today by Gord Miller, the Environmental Commissioner of Ontario, as he released his 2010/2011 Annual Report. Research has found that at a time when their core businesses have beco...... Click here to read this release
Ontario Government Needs to Act: Environmental Commissioner
Published Tue, 29 Nov 2011 10:11:39 EST Read More
Media Release (Toronto, November 29, 2011) Ontarioâs Environmental Commissioner is worried that Ontario has lost momentum when it comes to the provinceâs pressing environmental issues. In his 2010/2011 Annual Report âEngaging Solutionsâ released today, Gord Miller says thereâs no shortage of talk about the problems such as climate change, waste diversion, and...... Click here to read this release
Publication du Rapport annuel de 2010-2011 du commissaire à l'environnement de l'Ontario
Published Thu, 24 Nov 2011 09:18:29 EST Read More
Communiqué de presse M. Gord Miller, le commissaire à l'environnement de l'Ontario, publiera son rapport annuel de 2010-2011, Mettre des solutions en oeuvre, au cours d'une conférence de presse au Studio des médias de Queen's Park à 10 h le mardi 29 novembre 2011. Le rapport sera mis en ligne sur le site www.eco.on.ca a...... Click here to read this release
Environmental Commissioner of Ontario to release 2010/11 Annual Report
Published Thu, 24 Nov 2011 09:00:52 EST Read More
Media Advisory The Environmental Commissioner of Ontario, Gord Miller, will release his 2010/11 Annual Report, Engaging Solutions, at a media conference in the Queen's Park Media Studio at 10:00 a.m. on Tuesday, November 29, 2011. The report will be made available online at www.eco.on.ca at the start of the conference. Accre...... Click here to read this release
First North American ISO 50001 certification for energy management awarded to Canada's largest cement plant
Published Wed, 23 Nov 2011 09:10:35 EST Read More
St Marys Cement Inc. plant in Bowmanville, Ontario is a continent-wide leader in energy efficiency and conservation for manufacturers of cementitious material Media Release (Bowmanville ON, Nov. 23, 2011) On November 15th 2011, St Marys Cement Inc. - Bowmanville Plant, received the first International Organization for Standar...... Click here to read this release
Are you wearing PERC?
Published Tue, 22 Nov 2011 14:59:40 EST Read More
To the Editor:
This is an article form a series of monthly columns by Environmental Law Specialist Dianne Saxe, one of the top 25 environmental lawyers in the world, and Ms. Jackie Campbell. These articles are available for publishing at no charge, provided Dr. Saxe and Ms. Campbell are cited as the authors. Dr. Saxe can be contacted at (416) 962-5882 or ......
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Minister of Energy delivers keynote for Community Power Awards
Published Tue, 15 Nov 2011 15:28:29 EST Read More
Media Release (TORONTO, ON November 15, 2011) The Ontario Sustainable Energy Association (OSEA) 2011 Community Power Awards were presented last night during the Green Connection banquet & awards ceremony. The award winners are individuals who have made significant contributions to the Community Power movement in Ontario and globally. The award presentation followed a keynote s...... Click here to read this release
Paul Martin to receive award for Green GDP vision
Published Wed, 26 Oct 2011 13:20:23 EST Read More
Media Advisory Toronto, ON -- The Right Honourable Paul Martin will be honoured by Corporate Knights, the Canadian magazine for clean capitalism, as a recipient of the Corporate Knights Award of Distinction for his visionary leadership to open the way for Canadaâs abundant natural capital wealth to be included in our core economic measurements. The award will be presented...... Click here to read this release
Ontario's green energy future to be focus of third annual Community Power Conference
Published Fri, 14 Oct 2011 16:45:59 EST Read More
How will the Feed-in-Tariff review shape Green Energy 2.0 in Ontario? Media Advisory WHAT: Ontario Sustainable Energy Association (OSEA) to host its third annual Community Power Conference. WHO SHOULD ATTEND: ⢠Community and Commercial developers ⢠Lenders and investors ⢠Community Leaders and Delegates...... Click here to read this release
Upcoming conference to address future of environmental assessment in Ontario
Published Wed, 5 Oct 2011 13:28:28 EST Read More
Conference to be held at the Ontario Science Centre on October 26th and 27th Media Advisory What: The Ontario Association for Impact Assessment (OAIA) will host its Annual Conference: "Making the Most of Ontario's Environmental Assessment Process." The program can be reviewed on the Conference website at: ...... Click here to read this release
Locally produced RiverSafe RainBarrels boost Chesapeake Bay stormwater programs
Published Thu, 29 Sep 2011 14:43:49 EST Read More
Media Release (September 29, 2011) RiverSides ( www.riversides.org), the urban stormwater social marketing and residential rain harvesting company, has started production of 750 RiverSafe RainBarrels at the Ellicott City, Maryland facilities of CR Daniels, for the District of Colombia's RiverSmart Homes program. The Distric...... Click here to read this release
Kitchener-based community group awarded $70,000 solar panel system for winning green energy video contest
Published Wed, 28 Sep 2011 09:36:24 EST Read More
Media Release Other winners from Little Current and Toronto (September 28, 2011) On behalf of the Mennonite Central Committee of Ontario (MCC Ontario), Kitchener resident and film-maker Ken Ogasawara was awarded the grand prize of a 10kW solar PV system, after winning the Ontario Sustainable Energy Association's (...... Click here to read this release
Green Energy Field Day at Queen’s Park to feature former Toronto mayor David Miller
Published Fri, 23 Sep 2011 09:37:49 EST Read More
Media Advisory This Saturday, September 24th, the Ontario Sustainable Energy Association (www.ontario-sea.org) will be hosting a Green Energy Field Day event at Queen's Park. The event is part of OSEA's province-wide, doors-open Green Energy Field Day, where green energy projects will be showcased in cities across the province. It is on...... Click here to read this release
First Green Energy Field Day to be held across Ontario this Saturday
Published Fri, 23 Sep 2011 09:34:08 EST Read More
Media Advisory What:Ontario's first province-wide "doors open" Green Energy Field Day, hosted by the Ontario Sustainable Energy Association ( www.ontario-sea.org), will be this Saturday, September 24th, 2011. Businesses, farms, schools, companies and organizations across Ontario will be showcasing their green energy project. ...... Click here to read this release
Kingston and the Islands MPP Candidates to attend Green Energy Field Day event this Saturday at Wolfe Island
Published Fri, 23 Sep 2011 09:29:04 EST Read More
Media Advisory What: Provincial election candidates for Kingston and the Islands, John Gerretsen (Liberal party) and Robert Kiley (Green Party), will be attending the "Celebrate New Energy on Wolfe Island" event this Saturday, September 24th. The event also includes a kite flying competition, a children's art show, music, solar oven building, farmers market, free lunch...... Click here to read this release
Ontario voters back conservation!
Published Wed, 21 Sep 2011 10:39:36 EST Read More
Poll shows strong support for taxes and leadership in troubled times Media Release A poll commissioned by the Conservation Council of Ontario has turned up some interesting results: voters back conservation as a solution to our economic and financial woes. "Not only are voters personally committed to living better while using les...... Click here to read this release
Federal Conservatives and Ontario Green Party recognize the importance of energy efficiency
Published Fri, 16 Sep 2011 13:59:49 EST Read More
Media Release (Ottawa, September 16, 2011) NAIMA Canada applauds the Government of Canada's announcement to invest $78 million over the next two years to increase the energy efficiency of homes across the country. The ecoENERGY initiatives, announced by Minister of Natural Resources Joe Oliver, support job creation while helping Canadians save money by reducing the amount of en...... Click here to read this release
Ontario Sustainable Energy Association calls on Ontario voters to support new jobs for the future
Published Thu, 15 Sep 2011 09:17:18 EST Read More
Media Release Attn: News, election and energy editors and reporters TV ads start on Friday September 16th in major Ontario media markets (Sept. 15, 2011, Toronto, ON) Responding to the growing discussion about the future of green energy in Ontario, the Ontario Sustainable Energy Asso...... Click here to read this release
Community Power Workshop Series coming to communities across Ontario this fall
Published Wed, 14 Sep 2011 09:24:19 EST Read More
Community power workshops scheduled in Halton, Hamilton, Haldimand-Norfolk, Kitchener, London, Niagara, Midland, Perth, Peterborough, Renfrew County, Sault Ste.Marie, Sudbury, Sarnia-Lambton and Toronto Media Advisory - Attention: News & Community and Events Editors This fall, The Ontario Sustainable Energy Association (OSEA) is par...... Click here to read this release
Saving the Oak Ridges Moraine Again
Published Mon, 12 Sep 2011 09:58:33 EST Read More
Environmental Groups Launch New Campaign to Protect the Rain Barrel of Southern Ontario Media Release (September 12, 2011) On the 10-year anniversary of the Oak Ridges Moraine Conservation Act, Save the Oak Ridges Moraine (STORM), Earth...... Click here to read this release
Former Green Party leader available for provincial election commentary
Published Mon, 12 Sep 2011 09:45:42 EST Read More
Interview Opportunity Jim Harris, leader of the Green Party of Canada from 2003-2006, is available as an expert commentator on the Ontario Provincial Election. Mr. Harris served as the Co-Chair of the 2007 provincial election campaigns for the Green Party of Ontario, where the party won 354,897 votes - 8% of the vote - almost tripling its 2003 result. He also served as the i...... Click here to read this release
WattsNEXT? Green Energy Video Contest Deadline Approaches
Published Thu, 8 Sep 2011 09:34:34 EST Read More
Media Advisory Those looking to win a $70,000 10 KW solar system prize through the WattsNEXT? (www.wattsnext.ca) sustainable energy video contest only have a couple more weeks to enter their video submission. The WattsNEXT? contest is an opportunity for Ontarians, both young and old, to share and learn about the power of sustainable energy ...... Click here to read this release
Willis Energy Services builds on Conservation and Demand Management expertise by entering into Memorandum of Understanding (MOU) with Building Owners and Managers Association (BOMA) Toronto
Published Wed, 7 Sep 2011 09:18:16 EST Read More
Media Release (TORONTO, ON - September 7, 2011) Willis Energy Services has experience and expertise in the design, development and delivery of conservation and demand management programs and technical capabilities to identify, investigate, and implement energy saving projects. With offices in British Columbia and Ontario, Willis conducts business coast-to-coast in Canada, seve...... Click here to read this release
Ontario Sustainable Energy Association (OSEA) to launch province's first Green Energy Field Day
Published Tue, 6 Sep 2011 10:02:35 EST Read More
Media Advisory What: OSEA to host province-wide doors open event on September 24th, 2011. Local businesses, farms, schools, companies and organizations will have the opportunity to showcase their green energy project. Participating locations so far include Toronto, Cobden, Reaboro and Mississauga, with scheduled events ranging from biogas facility tours to a photov...... Click here to read this release
"Ottawa: Step Away from Our Fish!"
Published Tue, 6 Sep 2011 09:19:19 EST Read More
Alexandra Morton issues âWild Salmon People's Manifesto' At 9:00 am, September 6, Salmon Are Sacred supporters wearing âWild Salmon Warrior' tattoos gather outside the courtroom at 701 W. Georgia with âStop Fish Farms' signs to demand salmon farms GET OUT! (Vancouver, B.C. Sept 6, 2011) - Alexandra Morton today issued the âWil...... Click here to read this release
Backgrounder: Recycle My Ride Right - A North American first in industry led environmental management of end-of-life vehicles
Published Wed, 10 Aug 2011 10:46:38 EST Read More
BACKGROUNDER The End-of-Life Vehicle Industry Standard (ELVIS) Environmental Management System The Recycling Industry Every year in Ontario about 550,000 passenger vehicles either reach the end of their useful life or are damaged in accidents beyond repair and are retired. The vehicle recycling infrastructure has been in extensive in Ontario and across Nort...... Click here to read this release
Recycle My Ride Right: A North American first in industry led environmental management of end-of-life vehicles
Published Mon, 8 Aug 2011 09:12:24 EST Read More
Media Advisory Two out of 3 end-of-life vehicles (ELV) generated in Ontario annually are not managed to any environmental standard whatsoever. The Ontario Automotive Recyclers Association (OARA) is seeking endorsement of an industry led end-of-life vehicles environmental management system by Ontario's political parties. The system will ensure the safe and responsible environ...... Click here to read this release
Ontarians show strong support for green energy in run up to provincial election: poll
Published Thu, 21 Jul 2011 11:57:31 EST Read More
Media Release (July 21, 2011, Toronto) A recent poll, conducted by Oraclepoll Research Limited and commissioned by the Ontario Sustainable Energy Association (OSEA), indicates over 7 of 10 Ontarians support green energy initiatives. Regionally, Northern Ontario (82%) and the GTA (79%) are most supportive of Green Energy. Even in Southwest Ontario, where 23% of those polled ind...... Click here to read this release
Erickson decision: wind turbines can be built in Ontario
Published Wed, 20 Jul 2011 14:10:16 EST Read More
To the Editor: This is an article form a series of monthly columns by Environmental Law Specialist Dianne Saxe, one of the top 25 environmental lawyers in the world, and Ms. Jackie Campbell. These articles are available for publishing at no charge, provided Dr. Saxe and Ms. Campbell are cited as the authors. Dr. Saxe can be contacted at (416) 962-5882 or ...... Click here to read this release
Federal Government extends ecoENERGY program for one year - is it enough?
Published Wed, 13 Jul 2011 12:52:13 EST Read More
Interview Opportunity Who: Jeff Murdock, Save ecoENERGY Coalition Mr. Murdock can respond to questions regarding: ⢠Benefits of the ecoENERGY Retrofit - Homes program 1. Stimulates economy at no cost to government 2. Generates $2 in tax revenue for every $1 paid in incentives to homeowners 3. Families spend $10 on home renovations for every $1 paid in ince...... Click here to read this release
Extension of the Canadian ecoENERGY Retrofit - Homes program welcomed by insulation manufacturers and their employees
Published Wed, 13 Jul 2011 11:43:12 EST Read More
Media Release (Ottawa, July 13, 2011) The announcement to extend the ecoENEGRY program, by Canada's Minster of Natural Resources, the Honourable Joe Oliver, was applauded by NAIMA Canada. The ecoENERGY program provides energy efficiency related incentives for homeowners. The program has been very popular, with thousands of Canadian households receiving incentive payments to offse...... Click here to read this release
Peruvian schoolchildren benefit from Waste2Wonder's business model
Published Thu, 16 Jun 2011 11:33:56 EST Read More
Media Release OTTAWA, June 16, 2011 - Thanks to two massive shipping containers full of desks from the Ottawa offices of Sun Life Financial, chairs from The Global Group, and school supplies from Grand & Toy, learning just got a little bit easier for 1,200 Peruvian school children living in Chilca, the Huancayo region of Peru. Last month, Waste2Wonder accepted thanks fro...... Click here to read this release
電費補貼有礙能源節約
Published Tue, 14 Jun 2011 11:30:37 EST Read More
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REMARKS - Gord Miller, Environmental Commissioner of Ontario 2010 Annual Energy Conservation Progress Report (Volume 1)
Published Tue, 14 Jun 2011 11:19:44 EST Read More
REMARKS Gord Miller, Environmental Commissioner of Ontario 2010 Annual Energy Conservation Progress Report (Volume 1) Legislative Media Studio, Queen's Park 10:00 a.m., Tuesday, June 14th, 2011 Check Against Delivery Good Morning. Today I have tabled with the Speaker the first volume of my annual energy conservation report for 2010 aptly named "Managing a Complex ...... Click here to read this release
WattsNEXT? sustainable energy contest open to all Ontarians
Published Thu, 9 Jun 2011 09:11:40 EST Read More
Media Release WattsNEXT? sustainable energy contest open to all Ontarians New website and contest tells what's watt in Ontario and gives a chance to win a $70,000 solar system! June 9, 2011 -- The Ontario Sustainable Energy Association (OSEA) is turning up the green energy wattage with the announcement of a video contest, real time online map showcasing gr...... Click here to read this release
Environmental Commissioner of Ontario to release Volume One of 2010 energy conservation report
Published Tue, 7 Jun 2011 09:11:36 EST Read More
Media Advisory The Environmental Commissioner of Ontario will release his 2010 energy conservation report, Annual Energy Conservation Progress Report - 2010 (Volume One), Managing a Complex Energy System. The report reviews policy developments, highlights concerns with the current policy agenda and provides recommendations for energy conservation in Ontario. WHAT...... Click here to read this release
Energy auditors applaud $400 million ecoENERGY extension, Coalition calls for four-year commitment to sustain industry
Published Mon, 6 Jun 2011 17:05:41 EST Read More
Media Release VANCOUVER, BC - (June 6, 2011) - Supporters of the Save ecoENERGY Coalition applaud the Harper government's $400 million extension of the ecoENERGY Home Retrofit program, but say the one-year timeline is not enough to help the energy savings industry transition to self-sustainability. "Home retrofit programs are great for the economy because they help families, bu...... Click here to read this release
GreenTech and CleanTech Speakers in Toronto Monday June 6
Published Sun, 5 Jun 2011 12:47:26 EST Read More
Media Advisory VerdeXchange Canada to feature over 90 speakers from Canada, U.S., U.K., and Asia VerdeXchange 2011 Canada is taking place June 6, 2011 at The Allstream Centre 105 Princes' Blvd, Exhibition Place, Toronto. For full conference program, please go to: http://vxcanada.ca/program/. Feature speakers include: Roland Aurich President and Chief Executive Off...... Click here to read this release
REMARKS - Gord Miller, Environmental Commissioner of Ontario 2011 Annual Greenhouse Gas Progress Report
Published Tue, 31 May 2011 10:18:36 EST Read More
REMARKS Gord Miller, Environmental Commissioner of Ontario 2011 Annual Greenhouse Gas Progress Report Legislative Media Studio, Queen's Park 10:00 a.m., Tuesday, May 31, 2011 Check Against Delivery Pursuant to my legislative obligation in the Environmental Bill of Rights, today I am releasing my 3rd Annual Greenhouse Gas Progress Report, entitled "Meeting Respons...... Click here to read this release
More Work Needed if Ontario to Meet Climate Change Responsibilities
Published Tue, 31 May 2011 10:05:29 EST Read More
Media Release Toronto, 31 May, 2011 - The Ontario government will not, with its current programs, meet its targets for reducing greenhouse gases (GHGs). This is one conclusion from the Environmental Commissioner of Ontario's 2011 Greenhouse Gas Progress Report, released today. "Recently released federal government data indicate that Ontario's GHG emissions in 2009 were at the l...... Click here to read this release
Toronto conference - VerdeXchange Clean tech and Green Tech conference finalizes agenda for early June event
Published Mon, 30 May 2011 10:26:57 EST Read More
Media Advisory -30- For media contact, request interview and/or to request a media pass, contact: Rayissa Palmer, Marketing Director, VerdeXchange 2011 Canada rpalmer@vxcanada.ca T: 905-877-4528 C: ...... Click here to read this release
Returns for Leukemia Ted McMeekin, MPP Ancaster-Dundas-Flamborough-Westdale, assists province wide drive to return 1 million dollars of empty containers to The Beer Store
Published Fri, 20 May 2011 09:49:44 EST Read More
Media Advisory - Photo Op and Media Availability Attn: News, Environment, Lifestyle and Consumer Editors and Reporters Returns for Leukemia is a fundraising partnership between the United Food and Commercial Workers - Local 12R24 (representing The Beer Store employees), The Beer Store and the Leukemia and Lymphoma Society of Canada. The fundraising event will take place at 440 ...... Click here to read this release
Los Angeles Based Sustainability Conference Launches in Toronto
Published Thu, 19 May 2011 11:51:42 EST Read More
Attn: Business, Environment and Clean tech reporters Media Advisory VerdeXchange, a Los Angeles based international sustainability conference, has chosen Toronto as the first point of expansion in its quest of building an international network of green market leaders. VXCanada will bring leaders from all sectors of the economy together to address the challenges and opportunit...... Click here to read this release
Returns for Leukemia - Yasir Naqvi, MPP Ottawa - Centre, assists province-wide drive to return 1 million dollars of empty containers to The Beer Store
Published Thu, 19 May 2011 11:15:28 EST Read More
Media Advisory - Photo Op and Media Availability Attn: News, Environment, Lifestyle and Consumer Editors and Reporters Returns for Leukemia is a fundraising partnership between the United Food and Commercial Workers - Local 12R24 (representing The Beer Store employees), The Beer Store and the Leukemia and Lymphoma Society of Canada. The fundraising event will take place at 440 ...... Click here to read this release
Future Innovations Marketing Announces Partnership with Environmental Communication Options
Published Mon, 9 May 2011 13:16:54 EST Read More
MEDIA RELEASE Alliance forged to service Green conscious businesses (Toronto, May 9, 2011) Future Innovations Marketing, Canada's first membership-based environmental and health & wellness marketing firm, announces its new partnership with Environmental Communication Options (ECO). Successful executives know that their businesses must become more environmentally susta...... Click here to read this release
Mayday Mayday Mayday for Wild Salmon!
Published Fri, 29 Apr 2011 16:29:26 EST Read More
Media Advisory A walk from Saanich to Victoria on May Day (May 1, 2011) and rally at the BC Parliament. Start at 9am from Tsawout First Nation in Saanich (7728 Tetayut Rd) - or meet at 12.30pm at Lana Popham's constituency office (4085 Quadra St) ...... Click here to read this release
Memories are created at summer camp
Published Tue, 26 Apr 2011 06:25:35 EST Read More
Media Advisory Attention - Lifestyle Editors Timeless memories are made at Camp Manitou Bay of Islands (Bay of Islands, April 25, 2011) "Smores", canoeing/kayaking, campfires and awesome adventures are waiting for children 8 years and up. With a La Cloche Mountain back drop and a lake view that inspires artists, Camp Manitou is located on the North Shore...... Click here to read this release
50 years of environmental law in Canada
Published Tue, 19 Apr 2011 12:08:45 EST Read More
To the Editor: This is an article form a series of monthly columns by Environmental Law Specialist Dianne Saxe, one of the top 25 environmental lawyers in the world, and Ms. Jackie Campbell. These articles are available for publishing at no charge, provided Dr. Saxe and Ms. Campbell are cited as the authors. Dr. Saxe can be contacted at (416) 962-5882 or ...... Click here to read this release
ProjectDemocracy Launches On-line Tool to Help Progressive Voters Get Beyond Spin and Make Their Vote Count
Published Tue, 12 Apr 2011 09:59:48 EST Read More
Immediate Release (Ottawa, April 12, 2011) Stephen Harperâs governments have shown contempt for democratic values and process and scorned action on progressive issues. But vote-splitting among the opposition parties in dozens of Ridings could hand him a majority. ProjectDemocracy.ca, a new initiative launched today, is a dynamic too...... Click here to read this release
MAYDAY, MAYDAY, MAYDAY for Wild Salmon
Published Thu, 31 Mar 2011 07:58:38 EST Read More
Media Release Alexandra Morton echoes distress call to stop feedlots spreading diseases Rally at BC Legislature (Echo Bay, B.C. March 31, 2011) Following revelations at the Cohen Inquiry that government suppressed information on critical viral infections in Fraser sockeye, the Get Out Migration marches on with 'Mayday for Wild Salmon.' Starting on 14th April in V...... Click here to read this release
Canadian insulation manufacturers and their employees welcome the return of ecoENERGY Retrofit - Homes program
Published Wed, 23 Mar 2011 13:00:05 EST Read More
Media Release (Ottawa, March 23, 2011) NAIMA Canada applauds renewed funding and the extension of the ecoENERGY Program announced in the latest Federal Budget. The ecoENERGY program has been very popular, with thousands of Canadian households receiving incentive payments to offset the cost of energy saving retrofits. We have seen an overwhelming interest by homeowners to take ...... Click here to read this release
GreenSaver reminds Ontario households the countdown is on for the EcoEnergy Program
Published Wed, 16 Mar 2011 10:36:58 EST Read More
Media Advisory GreenSaver reminds 2,000 Ontario households they are still eligible to get EcoEnergy program benefits before the March 31 deadline. The EcoEnergy home energy retrofit program comes to an end on March 31, 2011. Photo Opportunity: GreenSaver can supply on-site opportunity to video how energy audits are done, by GreenSaver staff that hav...... Click here to read this release
News Article - Children, toxins, energy, and renovations
Published Wed, 9 Mar 2011 10:05:25 EST Read More
To the Editor:
This is an article form a series of monthly columns by Environmental Law Specialist Dianne Saxe, one of the top 25 environmental lawyers in the world, and Ms. Jackie Campbell. These articles are available for publishing at no charge, provided Dr. Saxe and Ms. Campbell are cited as the authors. Dr. Saxe can be contacted at (416) 962-5882 or admin@envirolaw.com. For more informati......
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Environmental Communication Options - March 2011 Newsletter
Published Tue, 8 Mar 2011 14:16:01 EST Read More
MARCH 2011 NEWSLETTER It has been a busy past few months at Environmental Communications Options (ECO), with files from Newfoundland to British Columbia landing on our desks. In addition to our retainer client files, we have ...... Click here to read this release
10,000th interview scheduled for 2010-2011 - High school friends celebrate ParentInterview.com milestone
Published Tue, 8 Mar 2011 10:56:51 EST Read More
Media Release Saving time, paper and phone calls while making the lives of teachers and parents easier (Toronto, ON March 8, 2011) Two high school friends, and now business partners, created an online parent-teacher interview scheduling service in 2005 at the request of Northern High School principal, Bob Milne. Principal Milne was faced with scheduling 5000 post-report...... Click here to read this release
Canada's Most Sustainable Cities Rankings
Published Wed, 9 Feb 2011 14:30:27 EST Read More
Media Release The West has won: Victoria and Vancouver top list of Canadaâs most sustainable cities. Toronto takes top spot in large city category Victoria, Feb. 9, 2011 -- Corporate Knights, Canada's magazine for clean capitalism, announced its 5th annual Sustainable Cities ranking this morning at a press conference at the Federation of Canadian Muni...... Click here to read this release
WORLD'S MOST TECHNOLOGICALLY ADVANCED E-WASTE RECYCLING FACILITY OPENS IN CANADA
Published Wed, 9 Feb 2011 10:06:35 EST Read More
Media Release (Mississauga, ON, Feb. 9, 2011) The world's most advanced e-waste recycling facility began formal operations today, as executives and dignitaries ceremoniously started the processing line of Sims Recycling Solutions' (SRS) new flagship 287,000 sq. ft. facility in Mississauga, Ontario. At its peak operational capacity, the facility will recycle 100,000 metric tonnes ...... Click here to read this release
Most technologically advanced electronic (WEEE) recycling facility in the world to open in Mississauga, Ontario
Published Sun, 6 Feb 2011 14:59:34 EST Read More
Media Advisory â Photo Op and Tours Attn: Business, News, Environment, Lifestyle and Consumer Editors and Reporters Ontario Minister of Environment to "flip the switch" Reporters are invited to bring their Waste Electrical and Electronic Equipment (WEEE) for proper recycling What: Provincial and municipal dignitaries and Sims Recycling Solutions executives...... Click here to read this release
Web based advocacy campaign initiated to mark the 30 year drought in energy efficiency in the Alberta Building Code
Published Sun, 30 Jan 2011 10:50:32 EST Read More
Media Advisory Go to http://betterbuildingcode.com The website contains relevant briefing notes, media coverage and the Home Page is complete with sample letters that can be sent to elected officials in Alberta. Background For thirty years the Alberta Building Code has remained unchanged in the area of improving resident...... Click here to read this release
Corporate Knights Global 100 Most Sustainable Corporations announced in Davos
Published Sat, 29 Jan 2011 10:55:04 EST Read More
Media Release List of Global 'Good Guys' beating benchmark by substantial margin DAVOS, SWITZERLAND, (embargoed until 2.01 a.m. EST) January 29, 2011 Corporate Knights, the magazine for clean capitalism, announced its seventh annual Global 100 list of the most sustainable large corporations in the world. From its inception on February 1 2005, the Global 100 ...... Click here to read this release
World most technologically advanced electronic recycling facility to open in Canada
Published Wed, 26 Jan 2011 10:50:55 EST Read More
Media Advisory â Photo Op and Tours Attn: Business, News, Environment, Lifestyle and Consumer Editors and Reporters World's most technologically advanced electronic recycling facility to open in Canada Ontario Minister of Environment to âflip the switchâ What: Provincial and municipal dignitaries and Sims Recycling Solutions executives will â...... Click here to read this release
Kitchener, Ontario - 200,000 grants for Options for Homes offers first-of-its kind home ownership assistance
Published Mon, 24 Jan 2011 15:14:57 EST Read More
Media Release Funding available for residents looking to make a new start in the New Year (Kitchener, January 19, 2011) For many, the purchase of a new home is the single largest financial decision made in one's lifetime. This is especially true for first-time buyers. At such a time, it is easy to let excitement cloud the magnitude of costs that go into purchasing a...... Click here to read this release
Media Project Briefing – January 25, 2011 Little River Acres (LRA) community-based energy management action planning
Published Thu, 20 Jan 2011 15:30:36 EST Read More
Media Advisory What: Media briefing prior to a public two-way information session with LRA community to gather information and inform on the progress towards creating a plan for lowering home heating costs of the community. GreenSaver will convene a Briefing for members of the media immediately before the scheduled public meeting. The session will include a project ov...... Click here to read this release
Into the mouths of babes - Phthalates Regulations soon in force
Published Mon, 17 Jan 2011 11:28:05 EST Read More
To the Editor: This is an article from a series of monthly columns by Environmental Law Specialist Dianne Saxe, one of the top 25 environmental lawyers in the world, and Ms. Jackie Campbell. These articles are available for publishing at no charge, provided Dr. Saxe and Ms. Campbell are cited as the authors. Dr. Saxe can be contacted at (416) 962-5882 or admin@envirolaw.com. For more in...... Click here to read this release
Citizen scientists get out for the Count - The 111th Christmas Bird Count
Published Wed, 15 Dec 2010 16:02:20 EST Read More
For Immediate Release Toronto, December 15, 2010 â As they have done for more than a century, bird watchers across North America are flocking to designated areas in their neighbourhoods to count birds.The annual Christmas Bird Count (CBC) is the single longest running and most popular bird survey conducted almost entirely by volunteers who provide indispensable data revea...... Click here to read this release
One Billion Bottles recycled - an Ontario success story
Published Mon, 13 Dec 2010 10:36:26 EST Read More
Media Release and Backgrounder Stacked end to end they would reach three quarters of the way to the moon (Toronto, December 13, 2010) Today, the One Billionth liquor container was returned to The Beer Store under the Bag it Back program, the Ontario governmentâs highly successful deposit return program for wine, spirit and beer containers sold through LCBO and O...... Click here to read this release
Interview Opportunity - ecoENERGY shutdown is killing Ontario jobs
Published Mon, 13 Dec 2010 10:26:41 EST Read More
Interview Opportunity (Ontario, December 13, 2010) âHome energy efficiency retrofits is a billion dollar industry in Ontario and weâre about to lose it,â warned Clifford Maynes, Executive Director of Green Communities Canada. Government incentives for home energy efficiency investments are slated to end in March 2011, and so far neither Ottawa nor Queenâs Park have anno...... Click here to read this release
Ontario Minister of Environment to celebrate Ontario’s Deposit Return Program (ODRP) for liquor bottles reaching the One Billion Bottle Recycled milestone
Published Thu, 9 Dec 2010 11:04:06 EST Read More
Media Advisory â Photo Op and Media Availability Attn: News, Environment, Lifestyle and Consumer Editors and Reporters What: Ontarioâs Minister of Environment, John Wilkinson, President of The Beer Store, Ted Moroz and Chris Winter, Executive Director of the Conservation Council of Ontario will participate in a ceremony to mark the event at the Dupont and Bathurst...... Click here to read this release
Heavy snow can strangle your furnace
Published Wed, 8 Dec 2010 10:07:46 EST Read More
For Immediate Release Has your furnace quit? It could be just a blocked vent. Every winter after a large snowfall, GreenSaver gets calls from people seeking advice about new furnaces. A furnace has an expected lifespan of 18-20 years. So if a newer furnace starts to malfunction, it is often a result of clogged vents. Drifting snow or snow slides from roofs can bury a f...... Click here to read this release
Real vs fake Christmas trees
Published Wed, 8 Dec 2010 09:43:27 EST Read More
Media Release
Real Christmas trees are the environmentally friendly choice.
(Toronto, ON, December 8, 2010) Today marks the 11th year that the Ontario Forestry Association (OFA) makes the presentation of a Christmas tree to the Lieutenant Governor of Ontario. The trees are generously provided by Somerville Nurseries Inc. of Everett, Ontario. Students in the OFAâs educ......
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房屋業主的節能需要不容忽視
Published Tue, 30 Nov 2010 10:58:04 EST Read More
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節省能源需依靠有效節能計劃
Published Tue, 30 Nov 2010 10:55:19 EST Read More
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Ne laissez pas les propriétaires sans ressource
Published Tue, 30 Nov 2010 10:50:45 EST Read More
Toronto, le 30 novembre 2010 â Le commissaire à lâenvironnement de lâOntario (CEO) dit que la province devrait continuer dâoffrir un programme dâaméliorations énergétiques domiciliaires. Dans son rapport Repenser l'économie d'énergie en Ontario â Résultats, M. Gord Miller indique que le Programme d'économie d'énergie domiciliaire de l'Ontario (PEEDO) ne prendra plus ...... Click here to read this release
Don’t Leave Homeowners Out In the Cold
Published Tue, 30 Nov 2010 10:42:28 EST Read More
Media Release Toronto, November 30th, 2010 â The provinceâs Environmental Commissioner says Ontario should continue to have a home-energy retrofit program. In his report Rethinking Energy Conservation in Ontario â Results, Gord Miller warned the Ontario Home Energy Savings Program (HESP) will stop taking new applications at the end of March, 2011. The federal ecoEN...... Click here to read this release
Provincial Energy Plan lacks solid conservation strategy says leading conservationist
Published Fri, 26 Nov 2010 11:31:29 EST Read More
Media Release (Toronto, ON, November 25, 2010) Ontario has failed to deliver a comprehensive strategy to support its goal of âa culture of conservationâ, according to Chris Winter, a leading conservationist in the Province of Ontario. Chris Winter is the Executive Director of the Conservation Council of Ontario, a provincial charity with a membership of over 40 organizati...... Click here to read this release
2010 Community Power Award winners announced
Published Mon, 15 Nov 2010 19:58:17 EST Read More
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE 2010 Community Power Award winners announced! (Toronto, ON November 15, 2010) The OSEA 2010 Community Power Awards were presented tonight during the Community Power Awards Banquet & Ceremony. The award winners are individuals who have made significant contributions to the Community Power movement in Ontario and globally. The award presentation fol...... Click here to read this release
TOMORROW: Ontario Minister of Energy Brad Duguid to tour solar equipment manufacturing plant
Published Thu, 11 Nov 2010 10:31:03 EST Read More
Media Advisory â Photo Op and Media Availability Attn: Green Technology, Environment, Energy, Manufacturing, Business Editors and Reporters Toronto, ON - Ontarioâs Minister of Energy Brad Duguid will tour the Samco Manufacturing Ltd plant in Scarborough on November 12, 2010. The event will celebrate the first SunEdison solar racking equipment produced in the province...... Click here to read this release
Ontario’s Minister of Energy Brad Duguid to tour solar equipment manufacturing plant
Published Mon, 8 Nov 2010 09:40:49 EST Read More
Media Advisory â Photo Op and Media Availability Attn: Green Technology, Environment, Energy, Manufacturing, Business Editors and Reporters Toronto, ON - Ontarioâs Minister of Energy Brad Duguid will tour the Samco Manufacturing Ltd plant in Scarborough on November 12, 2010. The event will celebrate the first SunEdison solar racking equipment produced in the province...... Click here to read this release
Updated: International program announced to accelerate land conservation in Canada
Published Thu, 4 Nov 2010 12:00:50 EST Read More
For Immediate Release
Long-time barrier to protection of American-owned land in Canada removed
(Whitby, Ontario, October 29, 2010) - The American Friends of Canadian Land Trusts (AFoCLT) and the Minister of Finance, Jim Flaherty, jointly announced a new environmental initiative on Friday that has opened the door to enhanced protection of countless outstanding natural areas......
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GreenSaver President and CEO, Vladan Veljovic, appoints new senior staff
Published Wed, 3 Nov 2010 15:09:48 EST Read More
Media Release GreenSaver President and CEO, Vladan Veljovic, appoints new senior staff Effective immediately, Aubrey LeBlanc will join GreenSaver as the new Vice President, Business Development â Consumer Services, Constantine Eliadis will assume the role of Vice President, Business Development â Business Services and Helen Reed will join GreenSaver as the new Direc...... Click here to read this release
Get ready for the Community Power Conference 2010
Published Wed, 3 Nov 2010 14:40:44 EST Read More
Media Advisory Join Ontarioâs largest annual gathering of Community Power proponents, producers and supporters The Community Power Conference 2010 is hosted by the Ontario Sustainable Energy Association (OSEA). Together with the Power Networking Centre trade show, the conference attracts industry regulators, commercial and community power generators, farmers and First...... Click here to read this release
First Nation speakers and nominees at Community Power Conference 2010
Published Wed, 3 Nov 2010 14:30:22 EST Read More
Media Advisory ATT: First Nations News/Environment/Energy Reporters and Editors: First Nation specific aspects of the Community Power Conference 2010 include: WHEN: November 15-17, 2010 WHERE: Metro Toronto Convention Centre, South Building, 700 and 800 Level 222 Bremner Blvd., Toronto, ON Canada First Nations Speakers: - Bryon LeClaire, D...... Click here to read this release
International program announced to accelerate land conservation in Canada
Published Fri, 29 Oct 2010 08:53:05 EST Read More
For Immediate Release
Long-time barrier to protection of American-owned land in Canada removed
(Whitby, Ontario, October 29, 2010) - The American Friends of Canadian Land Trusts (AFoCLT) and the Minister of Finance, Jim Flaherty, jointly announced a new environmental initiative on Friday that has opened the door to enhanced protection of countless outstanding natural areas......
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SAFETY-KLEEN INVESTS IN ONTARIO’s GREEN ECONOMY
Published Thu, 28 Oct 2010 15:01:34 EST Read More
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Canadaâs largest used oil re-refiner breaks ground on $26 million expansion of Breslau, Ontario, used oil re-refinery
(BRESLAU, ON, October 28, 2010) Safety-Kleen Canada Inc., Canadaâs largest collector and re-refiner of used motor oil, broke ground today on a $26 million expansion of its Breslau, Ontario, used oil re-refinery. The expansion wil......
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Announcement of $26 million investment in Ontario used motor oil re-refining
Published Wed, 27 Oct 2010 10:03:57 EST Read More
Media Advisory Announcement of $26 million investment in Ontario used motor oil re-refining WHEN: Thursday, October 28th, 2010 - 15:00 WHERE Safety-Kleen at Breslau, Ontario 300 Woolwich St. South The Honourable John Wilkinson, Ontario Minister of the Environment will accompany Mr. Dave Sprinkle, Executive Vice-President of Safety-Kleen Systems I...... Click here to read this release
250 “water-passionate” Canadians attending once-in-a-lifetime water learning opportunity
Published Tue, 19 Oct 2010 10:36:02 EST Read More
Media Release Bus departing from Winnipeg on Wednesday, October 20 and arriving at event in Alberta the following day (Exshaw, Alberta, October 19, 2010) On Thursday, engaged young leaders from all over the country will converge in Alberta for a once-in-a-lifetime learning event that will turn their good intentions into concrete actions to protect our most precious natural...... Click here to read this release
250 “water-passionate” Canadians attending once-in-a-lifetime water learning opportunity
Published Sun, 17 Oct 2010 14:49:30 EST Read More
Media Release One Canadian so passionate he is cycling from Vancouver to Exshaw on a âwing and a prayerâ (Exshaw, Alberta, October 17, 2010) In just a few days, engaged young leaders from all over the country will converge in Alberta for a once-in-a-lifetime learning event that will turn their good intentions into concrete actions to protect our most precious natural ...... Click here to read this release
Toronto Mayoral Candidates Join Online Social ResponsAbility Initiative
Published Fri, 15 Oct 2010 08:00:56 EST Read More
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE Smitherman and Ford feature eSSENTIAL Accessibility⢠for online disabled voter outreach Toronto (Ontario), October 15, 2010 â With only 10 more days to decide who will lead Toronto for the next four years, one issue many voters will be considering is the accessibility of city services to the disabled. More than 100,000 Toronto residents have tr...... Click here to read this release
250 “water-passionate” Canadians to attend once-in-a-lifetime water learning opportunity
Published Thu, 14 Oct 2010 17:00:08 EST Read More
Media Advisory First-ever Canadian Water Innovation Lab âunconferenceâ kicks off Monday, October 18 with the Pre-Lab (Exshaw, Alberta, October 14, 2010) In just a few days, engaged young leaders from all over the country will converge in Alberta for a once-in-a-lifetime learning event that will turn their good intentions into concrete actions to protect our most preci...... Click here to read this release
Besoin d’examens sur les grandes installations au gaz naturel
Published Wed, 22 Sep 2010 12:50:06 EST Read More
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Besoin dâexamens sur les grandes installations au gaz naturel
Toronto, le 22 septembre 2010 â « Le gouvernement de lâOntario doit arrêter de bloquer les examens environnementaux stricts sur les grandes installations au gaz naturel », indique M. Gord Miller, le commissaire à lâenvironnement de lâOntario, dans son rapport annuel de 200......
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Grande faille capable d’engloutir 160 000 tonnes de sable
Published Wed, 22 Sep 2010 12:46:57 EST Read More
Toronto, le 22 septembre 2010 â « Le gouvernement de lâOntario ignore la loi et permet lâexploitation dâun puits dâextraction de sable sans permis », dit M. Gord Miller, le commissaire à lâenvironnement de lâOntario, dans son rapport annuel de 2009-2010 publié aujourdâhui.
« Le ministère des Richesses naturelles prend certaines décisions politiques discutables qui permet......
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Sites d'enfouissement vieillissants : les pollueurs oubliés de l'Ontario
Published Wed, 22 Sep 2010 12:25:34 EST Read More
Sites d'enfouissement vieillissants : les pollueurs oubliés de l'Ontario
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Toronto, le 22 septembre 2010 â « Le ministère de lâEnvironnement a perdu le compte des centaines de sites dâenfouissements vieillissants qui menacent la qualité de lâair et de lâeau en Ontario », indique M. Gord Miller, le commissaire à l'environnement de l......
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Le commissaire à l’environnement publie son rapport annuel de 2009-2010
Published Wed, 22 Sep 2010 12:21:59 EST Read More
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Toronto, le 22 septembre 2010 â « Le gouvernement ne respecte pas ses promesses environnementales », dit M. Gord Miller, le commissaire à lâenvironnement de lâOntario. « Ce gouvernement sâenorgueillit, et avec raison, des progrès quâil a accomplis en adoptant une loi pour protéger lâenvironnement », précise M. Miller, « mais les geste......
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Wanted: One billion more trees for southern Ontario
Published Wed, 22 Sep 2010 11:46:07 EST Read More
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Wanted: One billion more trees for southern Ontario
Toronto, 22 September 2010 â The Ontario government needs to give more direction as to where, what and how many trees should be planted to restore our woodlands in Southern Ontario, says Ontario Environmental Commissioner Gord Miller in his 2009/2010 Annual Report released today.
âThere are ......
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Province’s air quality standards are not airtight
Published Wed, 22 Sep 2010 11:41:17 EST Read More
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Provinceâs air quality standards are not airtight
Toronto, 22 September 2010 â A recent change to Ontarioâs air pollution regulation allows the government to exempt whole sectors of industry from tougher provincial air quality standards, says Gord Miller, the Environmental Commissioner of Ontario in his 2009/2010 annual report released today. ......
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Sewage Treatment – Not Good Enough
Published Wed, 22 Sep 2010 11:37:02 EST Read More
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Sewage Treatment â Not Good Enough
Toronto, 22 September 2010 - Municipal wastewater systems are worsening the pollution of our Great Lakes, warns the Environmental Commissioner of Ontario. In his 2009/2010 annual report released today, Gord Miller says itâs a consequence of the rapidly growing population of southern Ontario, and the Ministry of......
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Environmental Commissioner of Ontario releases 2009/2010 Annual Report - Refining Conservation
Published Wed, 22 Sep 2010 11:02:14 EST Read More
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Environmental Commissioner releases 2009/2010 Annual Report
Toronto, September 22 2010 â The government is failing to follow through on all of its environmental promises, says Environmental Commissioner Gord Miller. âThis government rightly prides itself on the progress it has made in passing legislation to protect the environment,â says Mille......
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Avante Smartbox™ technology installed in Children’s Hospital of Eastern Ontario (CHEO) lottery Dream Home
Published Tue, 21 Sep 2010 11:30:57 EST Read More
Media Advisory The lucky winner of the Childrenâs Hospital of Eastern Ontarioâs lottery home will use the Smartboxx⢠to remotely control home energy costs. (Toronto, September 21st, 2010) Ontario based Avante Security Inc. (TSXV: ASY) (www.avantesecurity.com), creators of the Smartboxx⢠are happy to announce that they h...... Click here to read this release
Environmental Commissioner of Ontario to release 2010 Annual Report - Redefining Conservation
Published Mon, 20 Sep 2010 17:27:52 EST Read More
Media Advisory Media conference and webcast on September 22, 2010 at 10:00 a.m. (September 16, 2010, Toronto) The Environmental Commissioner of Ontario, Gord Miller, will release his 2009/2010 Annual Report at September 22nd, 2010 at 10:00 a.m. Copies of the report, Redefining Conservation, will be available an hour earlier at ...... Click here to read this release
News Article - Things to consider about solar rooftop installations
Published Wed, 15 Sep 2010 16:04:57 EST Read More
To the Editor: This is the text of a speech delivered Wednesday, September 15, at BOMEX 2010, by Oleg Popovsky and Bryan Bentrott. Editors and reporters are welcome to publish excerpts of the speech, free of charge, so long as the source is cited. For more information, please contact Angie Forster at 647.258.9077 or aforster@sunedison.com. I want to thank all of you for coming ...... Click here to read this release
Avante Security Inc and Calico Energy Services Inc partner to deploy the Smartboxx
Published Wed, 15 Sep 2010 14:20:02 EST Read More
Media Advisory Avante Security Inc and Calico Energy Services Inc partner to deploy the Smartboxxâ¢, an Innovative Energy Management Solution in Ground-Breaking OPA Study in Ontario OPA study to test energy management solution with Toronto Hydro, Hydro One (Owen Sound), Cambridge and North Dumfries Hydro, Kitchener Wilmot Hydro, and Waterloo North Hydro (Toronto, S...... Click here to read this release
SunEdison Awarded Solar Rooftop Projects for GE Capital Real Estate
Published Wed, 15 Sep 2010 10:17:54 EST Read More
SunEdison Awarded 2.2 Megawatts of Solar Rooftop Projects for GE Capital Real Estate Ontario Feed-in Tariff projects to begin construction fall 2010 TORONTO, ONTARIO (September 15, 2010) - SunEdison, a leading worldwide solar energy services provider and subsidiary of MEMC Electronic Materials (NYSE: WFR), announced today it has executed an agreement to develop 15 industrial ro...... Click here to read this release
City of Toronto Mayoral Debate: Come see and hear the top contenders for yourself!
Published Tue, 14 Sep 2010 10:51:04 EST Read More
City of Toronto Mayoral Debate: Come see and hear the top contenders for yourself! What happens at Toronto City Hall has an impact on building owners, property managers and tenants alike, both within the city and the greater Toronto region. Come out to BOMA Toronto's mayoral debate and find out what the candidates have planned for our city WHEN: Thursday, September 16, 201...... Click here to read this release
Corporate Knights launches its new website
Published Mon, 13 Sep 2010 13:24:33 EST Read More
Attention: News/Business Reporters and Assignment Editors Corporate Knights launches its new website (Toronto, Ontario, September 13, 2010) Corporate Knights, the magazine for clean capitalism, has launched a brand-new website that optimizes the user experience. The siteâs content has been reorganized to make browsing more intuitive and fun, with related content being grouped to...... Click here to read this release
GreenSaver, in partnership with Burlington Hydro, brings province-wide Rebate Road Show to Burlington
Published Mon, 30 Aug 2010 16:57:05 EST Read More
Media Advisory Attn: Community, Environment, Business, Real Estate Editors and Reporters GreenSaver, in partnership with Burlington Hydro, brings province-wide Rebate Road Show to Burlington GreenSaverâs Rebate Road Show will stop in Burlington on Thursday, September 2nd to showcase the Multi-Family Energy Efficiency (MEER), Feed-in Tariff (FIT) and Electricity Retrofit In...... Click here to read this release
Federal Government scores a B+ on Canadian Energy Efficiency Alliance 2009 National Energy Efficiency Report Card
Published Thu, 19 Aug 2010 12:10:11 EST Read More
Canadian Energy Efficiency Alliance Releases its 2009 National Energy Efficiency Report Card Federal Government is Awarded a B+ (Ottawa, August 19, 2010) The Canadian Energy Efficiency Alliance (CEEA) released their 2009 National Energy Efficiency Report Card in Edmonton, Alberta today. The Report Card evaluates the federal, provincial, and territorial governments on their energ...... Click here to read this release
Newfoundland and Labrador score a C- on Canadian Energy Efficiency Alliance 2009 National Energy Efficiency Report Card
Published Thu, 19 Aug 2010 12:07:17 EST Read More
Canadian Energy Efficiency Alliance Releases its 2009 National Energy Efficiency Report Card Newfoundland and Labrador are Awarded a C- (St. Johns, August 19, 2010) The Canadian Energy Efficiency Alliance (CEEA) released their 2009 National Energy Efficiency Report Card in Edmonton, Alberta today. The Report Card evaluates the federal, provincial, and territorial governments on ...... Click here to read this release
Quebec scores an A+ on Canadian Energy Efficiency Alliance 2009 National Energy Efficiency Report Card
Published Thu, 19 Aug 2010 12:03:58 EST Read More
Canadian Energy Efficiency Alliance Releases its 2009 National Energy Efficiency Report Card Quebec is Awarded an A+ (Quebec City, August 19, 2010) The Canadian Energy Efficiency Alliance (CEEA) released their 2009 National Energy Efficiency Report Card in Edmonton, Alberta today. The Report Card evaluates the federal, provincial, and territorial governments on their energy effi...... Click here to read this release
Ontario scores an A+ on Canadian Energy Efficiency Alliance 2009 National Energy Efficiency Report Card
Published Thu, 19 Aug 2010 12:01:09 EST Read More
Canadian Energy Efficiency Alliance Releases its 2009 National Energy Efficiency Report Card Ontario is Awarded an A+ (Toronto, August 19, 2010) The Canadian Energy Efficiency Alliance (CEEA) released their 2009 National Energy Efficiency Report Card in Edmonton, Alberta today. The Report Card evaluates the federal, provincial, and territorial governments on their energy efficie...... Click here to read this release
Yukon scores a B on Canadian Energy Efficiency Alliance 2009 National Energy Efficiency Report Card
Published Thu, 19 Aug 2010 11:58:09 EST Read More
Canadian Energy Efficiency Alliance Releases its 2009 National Energy Efficiency Report Card Yukon Territory is Awarded a B (Whitehorse, August 19, 2010) The Canadian Energy Efficiency Alliance (CEEA) released their 2009 National Energy Efficiency Report Card in Edmonton, Alberta today. The Report Card evaluates the federal, provincial, and territorial governments on their energy efficiency p...... Click here to read this release
Saskatchewan scores a B- on Canadian Energy Efficiency Alliance 2009 National Energy Efficiency Report Card
Published Thu, 19 Aug 2010 11:55:09 EST Read More
Canadian Energy Efficiency Alliance Releases its 2009 National Energy Efficiency Report Card Saskatchewan is Awarded a B- (Regina, August 19, 2010) The Canadian Energy Efficiency Alliance (CEEA) released their 2009 National Energy Efficiency Report Card in Edmonton, Alberta today. The Report Card evaluates the federal, provincial, and territorial governments on their energy effi...... Click here to read this release
Prince Edward Island scores a B on Canadian Energy Efficiency Alliance 2009 National Energy Efficiency Report Card
Published Thu, 19 Aug 2010 11:51:33 EST Read More
Canadian Energy Efficiency Alliance Releases its 2009 National Energy Efficiency Report Card Prince Edward Island is Awarded a B (Charlottetown, August 19, 2010) The Canadian Energy Efficiency Alliance (CEEA) released their 2009 National Energy Efficiency Report Card in Edmonton, Alberta today. The Report Card evaluates the federal, provincial, and territorial governments on the...... Click here to read this release
Northwest Territories scores a C on Canadian Energy Efficiency Alliance 2009 National Energy Efficiency Report Card
Published Thu, 19 Aug 2010 11:48:30 EST Read More
Canadian Energy Efficiency Alliance Releases its 2009 National Energy Efficiency Report Card Northwest Territories is Awarded a C (Yellowknife, August 19, 2010) The Canadian Energy Efficiency Alliance (CEEA) released their 2009 National Energy Efficiency Report Card in Edmonton, Alberta today. The Report Card evaluates the federal, provincial, and territorial governments on thei...... Click here to read this release
Nunavut scores a B on Canadian Energy Efficiency Alliance 2009 National Energy Efficiency Report Card
Published Thu, 19 Aug 2010 11:44:41 EST Read More
Canadian Energy Efficiency Alliance Releases its 2009 National Energy Efficiency Report Card Nunavut is Awarded a B (Iqaluit, August 19, 2010) The Canadian Energy Efficiency Alliance (CEEA) released their 2009 National Energy Efficiency Report Card in Edmonton, Alberta today. The Report Card evaluates the federal, provincial, and territorial governments on their energy efficienc...... Click here to read this release
Nova Scotia scores a B+ on Canadian Energy Efficiency Alliance 2009 National Energy Efficiency Report Card
Published Thu, 19 Aug 2010 11:41:32 EST Read More
Canadian Energy Efficiency Alliance Releases its 2009 National Energy Efficiency Report Card Nova Scotia is Awarded a B+ (Halifax, August 19, 2010) The Canadian Energy Efficiency Alliance (CEEA) released their 2009 National Energy Efficiency Report Card in Edmonton, Alberta today. The Report Card evaluates the federal, provincial, and territorial governments on their energy effi...... Click here to read this release
New Brunswick scores a B+ on Canadian Energy Efficiency Alliance 2009 National Energy Efficiency Report Card
Published Thu, 19 Aug 2010 11:38:36 EST Read More
Canadian Energy Efficiency Alliance Releases its 2009 National Energy Efficiency Report Card New Brunswick is Awarded a B+ (Fredericton, August 19, 2010) The Canadian Energy Efficiency Alliance (CEEA) released their 2009 National Energy Efficiency Report Card in Edmonton, Alberta today. The Report Card evaluates the federal, provincial, and territorial governments on their energ...... Click here to read this release
Manitoba scores A+ on Canadian Energy Efficiency Alliance 2009 National Energy Efficiency Report Card
Published Thu, 19 Aug 2010 11:35:11 EST Read More
Canadian Energy Efficiency Alliance Releases its 2009 National Energy Efficiency Report Card Manitoba is Awarded an A+ (Winnipeg, August 19, 2010) The Canadian Energy Efficiency Alliance (CEEA) released their 2009 National Energy Efficiency Report Card in Edmonton, Alberta today. The Report Card evaluates the federal, provincial, and territorial governments on their energy effic...... Click here to read this release
British Columbia scores an A on Canadian Energy Efficiency Alliance 2009 National Energy Efficiency Report Card
Published Thu, 19 Aug 2010 11:32:03 EST Read More
Canadian Energy Efficiency Alliance Releases its 2009 National Energy Efficiency Report Card British Columbia is Awarded an A (Victoria, August 19, 2010) The Canadian Energy Efficiency Alliance (CEEA) released their 2009 National Energy Efficiency Report Card in Edmonton, Alberta today. The Report Card evaluates the federal, provincial, and territorial governments on their energ...... Click here to read this release
Alberta scores B+ on Canadian Energy Efficiency Alliance 2009 National Energy Efficiency Report Card
Published Thu, 19 Aug 2010 11:27:08 EST Read More
Canadian Energy Efficiency Alliance Releases its 2009 National Energy Efficiency Report Card Alberta is Awarded a B+ (Edmonton, August 19, 2010) The Canadian Energy Efficiency Alliance (CEEA) released their 2009 National Energy Efficiency Report Card in Edmonton, Alberta today. The Report Card evaluates the federal, provincial, and territorial governments on their energy efficie...... Click here to read this release
News Article - Weather or Climate change?
Published Mon, 16 Aug 2010 11:30:10 EST Read More
To the Editor: This is an article from a series of monthly columns by Environmental Law Specialist Dianne Saxe, one of the top 25 environmental lawyers in the world, and Ms. Jackie Campbell. These articles are available for publishing at no charge, provided Dr. Saxe and Ms. Campbell are cited as the authors. Dr. Saxe can be contacted at (416) 962 5882 or admin@envirolaw.com. For more ...... Click here to read this release
Gloom lifted on solar prices: OPA listens and responds to applicants with its decision on the microFIT rate
Published Fri, 13 Aug 2010 15:03:20 EST Read More
Gloom lifted on solar prices: OPA listens and responds to applicants with its decision on the microFIT rate On August 13th, the Ontario Power Authority (OPA) released its much anticipated decision on the proposed price cut to Ontario's renewable energy feed-in tariff ("microFIT") for ground-mounted solar installations that are less than 10 kilowatts (kW) in capacity. The new rate will...... Click here to read this release
Brampton Multi-Family buildings earn almost $100,000 in rebates for making residences more energy efficient
Published Thu, 12 Aug 2010 16:45:43 EST Read More
Media Release Brampton Multi-Family buildings earn almost $100,000 in rebates for making residences more energy efficient (Brampton, August 12, 2010) As part the Brampton stop on the province-wide Rebate Road ShowTM, bcIMC Realty Corp. was presented with a rebate cheque for $99,200. The money, provided by the Ontario Power Authorityâs (OPA) Multi-Family Energy Efficiency R...... Click here to read this release
BOMA Toronto's Conservation and Demand Management Program benefits from internationally trained talent
Published Thu, 12 Aug 2010 14:40:31 EST Read More
BOMA Toronto's Conservation and Demand Management Program benefits from internationally trained talent Latest hire found through Toronto and Region Conservation's Mentoring to Placement (M2P) for Environmental Professionals Program (Toronto, August 12, 2010) The Building Owners and Managers Association of the Greater Toronto Area (BOMA Toronto) Conservation and Demand Manageme...... Click here to read this release
Canadian Energy Efficiency Alliance releases bi-annual energy efficiency report card
Published Thu, 12 Aug 2010 11:39:16 EST Read More
Media Advisory Attn: Environment, Government, Local Reporters and Editors Canadian Energy Efficiency Alliance releases bi-annual energy efficiency report card The Canadian Energy Efficiency Alliance (CEEA) will release the findings of their bi-annual energy efficiency report card in Edmonton, Alberta on Tuesday, August 19th. CEEA's report card evaluates federal, provincial ...... Click here to read this release
Ten tips for an energy-efficient summer
Published Wed, 4 Aug 2010 14:21:52 EST Read More
Ten tips for an energy-efficient summer The second heat wave of 2010 has hit. As the temperature soars into the high 30âs, so does the temptation to crank that air conditioning. Unfortunately, air conditioners use a lot of energy, which is hard on the environment and your wallet. According to the Independent Electricity System Operator (IESO), the twenty top days for electricity use...... Click here to read this release
Interview Opportunity - Toronto businesses keeping cool during the heat wave
Published Wed, 4 Aug 2010 13:00:39 EST Read More
Interview Opportunity Toronto businesses keeping cool during the heat wave -teams on the street today in Corso Italia (St. Clair and Dufferin) and Korea Town (Christie and Bloor) As Toronto sizzles through another heat wave, businesses are turning up the air conditioning to keep their employees and customers comfortable. The Conservation Council of Ontario (CCO) is reminding business ...... Click here to read this release
Brampton apartment building earns $66,400 for conservation upgrades
Published Tue, 3 Aug 2010 16:24:53 EST Read More
Media Advisory Attn: Community, Environment, Business, Real Estate Editors and Reporters Brampton apartment building earns $66,400 for conservation upgrades - highest single rebate to date in province-wide multi-residential program Brampton based Vertica Resident Services and GWL Realty Advisors will be presented with a cheque for $66,400 in rebates for reducing their electr...... Click here to read this release
Retailers close doors to conserve electricity related to air conditioning
Published Tue, 3 Aug 2010 13:35:07 EST Read More
Retailers close doors to conserve electricity related to air conditioning (Toronto, August 3, 2010) Doors Closed, the Conservation Council of Ontario's campaign to stop air-conditioned sidewalks, is back. Street teams are being deployed around Toronto again this week to hand out posters and to encourage business owners to save electricity. The message is clear: Ontarians don't like ...... Click here to read this release
LA CONTROVERSE SUR LES " ÉCO-DROITS " NE DOIT PAS METTRE EN PÉRIL LE PROGRAMME DES DÉCHETS DANGEREUX DIT LE COMMISSAIRE À L'ENVIRONNEMENT DE L'ONTARIO
Published Tue, 27 Jul 2010 10:58:32 EST Read More
LA CONTROVERSE SUR LES " ÃCO-DROITS " NE DOIT PAS METTRE EN PÃRIL LE PROGRAMME DES DÃCHETS DANGEREUX DIT LE COMMISSAIRE à L'ENVIRONNEMENT DE L'ONTARIO (Toronto) M. Gord Miller, le commissaire à l'environnement de l'Ontario, indique dans son rapport spécial publié aujourd'hui que le plan de gestion des déchets dangereux de l'Ontario représente un pas dans la bonne direction et qu...... Click here to read this release
"ECO FEE" CONTROVERSY MUST NOT JEOPARDIZE HAZARDOUS WASTE PROGRAM: ENVIRONMENTAL COMMISSIONER
Published Tue, 27 Jul 2010 10:49:29 EST Read More
"ECO FEE" CONTROVERSY MUST NOT JEOPARDIZE HAZARDOUS WASTE PROGRAM: ENVIRONMENTAL COMMISSIONER (July 27, 2010 - Toronto) Ontario's program for managing hazardous waste is an important step in the right direction and should not be scrapped, says Environmental Commissioner Gord Miller in his Special Report, released today. The report notes, however, that the program is not perfect, and offe...... Click here to read this release
Power to the People!
Published Fri, 23 Jul 2010 10:23:08 EST Read More
Media Advisory Find out HOW at the Community Power Conference 2010 The Ontario Sustainable Energy Association (OSEA) is hosting its second annual Community Power Conference this November. The event is Ontarioâs single largest annual gathering of Community Power producers, proponents and supporters. Together with the Power Networking Centre trade show, the conference attracts ...... Click here to read this release
Le commissaire à l'environnement de l'Ontario publiera un rapport spécial sur les éco-droits.
Published Thu, 22 Jul 2010 12:56:02 EST Read More
Avis aux médias : à lâattention des médias, des rédacteurs en environnement et des agents des affectations Le commissaire à l'environnement de l'Ontario publiera un rapport spécial sur les éco-droits. (Toronto, Ont.) En réponse à la récente controverse sur les « éco-droits », M. Gord Miller, le commissaire à l'environnement de l'Ontario, publiera un rappo...... Click here to read this release
Environmental Commissioner of Ontario to release Special Report on Eco Fees
Published Thu, 22 Jul 2010 12:49:12 EST Read More
Media Advisory: Attention News/Environment/Assignment Editors Environmental Commissioner of Ontario to release Special Report on Eco Fees (Toronto, ON) In response to the recent controversy over âeco feesâ, the Environmental Commissioner of Ontario, Gord Miller, will issue a Special Report on Ontarioâs Plan for Municipal Hazardous or Special Waste. What:...... Click here to read this release
Le secteur ontarien de l’énergie solaire souffre des incertitudes liées au micro-programme de TRG, prévient le commissaire à l'environnement de l'Ontario
Published Wed, 21 Jul 2010 10:26:46 EST Read More
Pour publication immédiate Le secteur ontarien de lâénergie solaire souffre des incertitudes liées au micro-programme de TRG, prévient le commissaire à l'environnement de l'Ontario "L'Office de l'électricité de l'Ontario (OEO) doit divulguer en entier les hypothèses financières dont il dispose pour justifier les coupures du micro-programme de tarif de rachat g...... Click here to read this release
Ontario’s solar sector being harmed by uncertainty around microFIT, warns Environmental Commissioner of Ontario
Published Wed, 21 Jul 2010 09:41:51 EST Read More
For immediate release Ontarioâs solar sector being harmed by uncertainty around microFIT, warns Environmental Commissioner of Ontario The Ontario Power Authority (OPA) must fully disclose the financial assumptions it used to justify the price cut to Ontarioâs renewable energy feed-in tariff ("microFIT") program, says Gord Miller, the Environmental Commissioner of Ontario....... Click here to read this release
GREENSAVER BECOMES FIRST AND ONLY ENERGY AUDIT PROVIDER TO OFFER AIR MILES REWARD MILES
Published Mon, 12 Jul 2010 11:54:43 EST Read More
GREENSAVER BECOMES FIRST AND ONLY ENERGY AUDIT PROVIDER TO OFFER AIR MILES REWARD MILES New partnership will encourage energy efficiency across Ontario TORONTO â July 12, 2010 â GreenSaver, Canadaâs oldest not-for-profit organization dedicated to energy efficiency, announces an exclusive partnership with Canadaâs premiere coalition loyalty program, the AIR MILES Reward...... Click here to read this release
Ten tips for an energy-efficient summer
Published Thu, 8 Jul 2010 17:03:13 EST Read More
Ten tips for an energy-efficient summer The first heat wave of 2010 has hit. As the temperature soars into the high 30âs, so does the temptation to crank that air conditioning. Unfortunately, air conditioners use a lot of energy, which is hard on the environment and your wallet. According to the Independent Electricity System Operator (IESO), the twenty top days for electricity use ...... Click here to read this release
NAIMA Canada/Consumers Council of Canada Report on Energy Efficient Homes
Published Thu, 8 Jul 2010 16:53:36 EST Read More
Full text of NAIMA Canada/Consumers Council of Canada Report on Energy Efficient Homes....... Click here to read this release
Alberta government stalls in development of more energy efficient building code
Published Thu, 8 Jul 2010 10:59:50 EST Read More
Alberta government stalls in development of more energy efficient building code A study commissioned by NAIMA Canada and the Consumer Council of Canada (CCC) has found that the more energy efficient a house is, the more affordable it is. The costing analysis for upgrades of EnerGuide 80 homes in Alberta concluded that the total incremental renovation cost was approximately $6,000. Whe...... Click here to read this release
SunEdison to Develop Solar PV Program for LaSalle in Ontario
Published Tue, 22 Jun 2010 10:32:07 EST Read More
SunEdison to Develop Solar PV Program for LaSalle in Ontario Construction to begin on roof-top systems late summer 2010 TORONTO, ONTARIO (June 22, 2010) - SunEdison, a division of MEMC Electronic Materials, Inc. (NYSE: WFR), announced today that it will develop and build industrial and retail roof-top solar photovoltaic (PV) projects for LaSalle Investment Management, a leading ...... Click here to read this release
Maurice Strong, Galen G Weston, Mayor Miller, Elizabeth May to speak at pre-G-20 sustainability summit
Published Mon, 21 Jun 2010 10:52:05 EST Read More
Media Advisory Attention: Business/environment/general editors Maurice Strong, Galen. G Weston, Mayor Miller, Elizabeth May to speak at pre-G-20 sustainability summit TORONTO, Monday, June 21, 2010 - Corporate Knights and the International Institute for Sustainable Development will host Our Common Future 2.0 on Monday at the Design Exchange. It will be chaired by Maurice Stro...... Click here to read this release
Ontario Ministry of Energy and GreenSaver welcome 200th applicant to MEER Program
Published Wed, 16 Jun 2010 10:11:29 EST Read More
Media Release Ontario Ministry of Energy and GreenSaver welcome 200th applicant to MEER Program Ottawa building gets $36,800 in energy efficiency rebates (Ottawa, Wednesday June 16, 2010) GreenSaver is excited to announce the 200th applicant to its Multifamily Energy Efficiency Rebates (MEER) initiative: Queen Elizabeth Towers owned and managed by Carleton Condominiu...... Click here to read this release
Ontario Ministry of Energy and GreenSaver welcome 200th applicant to MEER Program
Published Mon, 14 Jun 2010 09:41:44 EST Read More
Media Advisory Attn: Community, Environment, Business, Real Estate Editors and Reporters Ontario Ministry of Energy and GreenSaver welcome 200th applicant to MEER Program GreenSaver will celebrate the 200th application to its Multifamily Energy Efficiency Rebates (MEER) program on June 16th in Ottawa. The program, which is funded by the Ontario Power Authority, provides over ...... Click here to read this release
Publication du Rapport annuel sur les progrès liés aux gaz à effet de serre du commissaire à l'environnement de l'Ontario
Published Wed, 26 May 2010 11:23:39 EST Read More
Avis aux médias Attn : Rédacteurs et journalistes dans les domaines de l'environnement, du transport, de l'énergie renouvelable et de la politique Publication du Rapport annuel sur les progrès liés aux gaz à effet de serre du commissaire à l'environnement de l'Ontario Le commissaire à l'environnement de l'Ontario, M. Gord Miller, publiera son Rapport annuel sur les pro...... Click here to read this release
Environmental Commissioner of Ontario to release Annual Greenhouse Gas Progress Report
Published Wed, 26 May 2010 11:21:31 EST Read More
Media Advisory Attn: Environment, Transportation, Renewable Energy, Political Reporters and Editors Environmental Commissioner of Ontario to release Annual Greenhouse Gas Progress Report Ontarioâs Environmental Commissioner, Gord Miller, will release his annual Greenhouse Gas Progress Report on Monday, May 31. Entitled Broadening Ontarioâs Climate Change Policy Agend...... Click here to read this release
News Article: PCB in my fish oil?
Published Mon, 17 May 2010 11:22:45 EST Read More
To the Editor: This is an article from a series of monthly columns by Environmental Law Specialist Dianne Saxe and Jackie Campbell. Dr. Saxe is one of the top 25 environmental lawyers in the world. These articles are available for publishing at no charge, provided Dr. Saxe and Ms. Campbell are cited as the authors. Dr. Saxe can be contacted at (416) 962 5882 or admin@envirolaw.com. ...... Click here to read this release
Hugh Garner Co-op celebrates completion of Green Roof Phase Two
Published Mon, 17 May 2010 09:35:04 EST Read More
Media Advisory Hugh Garner Co-op celebrates completion of Green Roof Phase Two The Hugh Garner Co-operative building has completed Phase Two of its green roof. The Co-op is installing Canada's largest residential green roof with help, and will celebrate with a ribbon-cutting on May 26. There will be opportunities to view and photograph the green roof. Deputy Mayor Joe Pantal...... Click here to read this release
Ford's Recycle Your Ride Recycles Responsibly
Published Thu, 6 May 2010 09:31:14 EST Read More
Ford's Recycle Your Ride Recycles Responsibly Ford rebate program ensures recovered vehicles recycled to highest environmental standards (London, Ontario May 6, 2010) - Ford's new Recycle Your Ride vehicle retirement program provides consumers an incentive to switch to new Ford vehicles but also ensures that the used vehicles they return through the rebate program are recycled ...... Click here to read this release
Energy Conservation - The Opportunities in a Large and Unfinished Agenda
Published Mon, 3 May 2010 10:49:17 EST Read More
For Immediate Release Energy Conservation - The Opportunities in a Large and Unfinished Agenda Queens's Park, May 3, 2010 - Ontario needs a comprehensive energy conservation strategy developed with public participation, to guide energy conservation activity and measure progress. This is one of the conclusions in ...... Click here to read this release
Environmental Commissioner of Ontario to report on province's energy conservation performance
Published Wed, 28 Apr 2010 13:07:51 EST Read More
Media Advisory Attn: Local, Environmental, Energy and Political Reporters and Editors Environmental Commissioner of Ontario to report on province's energy conservation performance Environmental Commissioner releases Annual Energy Conservation Progress Report Volume One - an analysis of progress on energy conservation activities in the province. WHEN: Monday, May...... Click here to read this release
SunEdison to Develop Solar PV Program for Remington in Ontario
Published Mon, 26 Apr 2010 09:49:47 EST Read More
SunEdison to Develop Solar PV Program for Remington in Ontario TORONTO, ONTARIO (April 26, 2010) - SunEdison, a division of MEMC Electronic Materials, Inc. (NYSE: WFR), announced today that it will be developing and constructing up to fourteen (14) roof-top solar photovoltaic (PV) projects with capacity totaling up to 3 Megawatts (MW) for The Remington Group, one of the leading real esta...... Click here to read this release
What's toxic in consumer products? A law we should have
Published Thu, 15 Apr 2010 12:57:55 EST Read More
To the Editor: This is an article from a series of monthly columns by Environmental Law Specialist Dianne Saxe, one of the top 25 environmental lawyers in the world, and Jackie Campbell. These articles are available for publishing at no charge, provided Dr. Saxe and Ms. Campbell are cited as the authors. Dr. Saxe can be contacted at (416) 962 5882 or admin@envirolaw.com. For more in...... Click here to read this release
School children visit First Light I Solar Park to kick off Earth Week
Published Thu, 15 Apr 2010 09:55:29 EST Read More
Media Release School children visit First Light I Solar Park to kick off Earth Week STONE MILLS/NAPANEE, ONTARIO (April 15, 2010) - As part of their curriculum leading up to Earth Week, students from two Limestone District public schools in the Stone Mills and Napanee area visited the 9.1 MW First Light I Solar Park today. Students learned first-hand how solar photovoltaic (P...... Click here to read this release
GreenSaver presents inaugural award to graduate student in the University of Toronto's Centre for Environment
Published Wed, 14 Apr 2010 09:13:43 EST Read More
Media Advisory GreenSaver presents inaugural award to graduate student in the University of Toronto's Centre for Environment A graduate student in the Environmental Studies collaborative program at the Centre for Environment will receive the inaugural GreenSaver Alastair Fairweather Memorial Award from GreenSaver and the University of Toronto on Earth Day 2010. The award was e...... Click here to read this release
Important “Certification” step in BC First Nations Class-Action law suit to save Broughton Archipelago wild salmon begins today in Supreme Court of British Columbia
Published Tue, 13 Apr 2010 11:12:07 EST Read More
Important âCertificationâ step in BC First Nations Class-Action law suit to save Broughton Archipelago wild salmon begins today in Supreme Court of British Columbia (Vancouver, April 13, 2010) A Certification Hearing, a critical stage in the advancement of the Kwicksutaineuk/Ah-Kwa-Mish First Nation's (KAFN) class-action law suit against the British Columbia Government for devastatio...... Click here to read this release
Keep the ecoENERGY Retrofit - Homes Program Alive!
Published Fri, 9 Apr 2010 13:53:20 EST Read More
Keep the ecoENERGY Retrofit - Homes Program Alive! Facebook group formed to extend federal home energy efficiency incentives (April 9, 2010, Toronto, Ontario) Canadians concerned about home energy efficiency are invited to join a Facebook group calling for the extension of ecoENERGY retrofit incentives. The Facebook group was formed almost immediately after the March 31 anno...... Click here to read this release
Interview Opportunity - Environmental Commissioner of Ontario wants to hear your stories of energy conservation success and failure
Published Wed, 7 Apr 2010 15:21:15 EST Read More
Interview Opportunity Environmental Commissioner of Ontario wants to hear your stories of energy conservation success and failure Environmental Commissioner Gord Miller has launched a new, interactive website where Ontarians can submit their stories of barriers and incentives to conserving energy. The site is designed to foster dialogue and discussion around the significant issue of ...... Click here to read this release
Environmental Commissioner of Ontario wants your stories about energy conservation successes and failures
Published Wed, 7 Apr 2010 14:12:40 EST Read More
Environmental Commissioner of Ontario wants your stories about energy conservation successes and failures New website invites feedback on barriers and incentives (Toronto, April 7, 2010) Gord Miller, Ontario's Environment Commissioner wants to learn more about the barriers and incentives you've experienced when conserving energy in Ontario. He's created a new website at www.o...... Click here to read this release
Napanee area public school students visit First Light Solar Park to kick off Earth Week
Published Wed, 7 Apr 2010 12:21:21 EST Read More
Media Advisory Napanee area public school students visit First Light Solar Park to kick off Earth Week TORONTO, ON - Renewable energy developers SunEdison and SkyPower Limited will demonstrate the benefits of solar energy to local public school students at the award winning First Light solar park in Stone Mills, Ontario, on April 15. Grade 7 and 8 students from two Napanee ...... Click here to read this release
Green Communities Canada urges federal vision, leadership
Published Thu, 1 Apr 2010 12:15:53 EST Read More
Green Communities Canada urges federal vision, leadership Don't pull the plug on home energy progress 1 April 2010 - Cancelling Canada's ecoENERGY home retrofit program is a serious mistake, says Green Communities Canada, a national leader in energy efficiency and environmental sustainability. "Existing participants can still get retrofit incentives for the time being. But wit...... Click here to read this release
Canadian Energy Efficiency Alliance responds to suspension of federal government's ecoEnergy Home Rebate Program
Published Thu, 1 Apr 2010 12:12:15 EST Read More
Canadian Energy Efficiency Alliance responds to suspension of federal government's ecoEnergy Home Rebate Program On March 31 2010, the federal government suspended its successful and effective ecoEnergy Home Rebate Program. The program provided incentives for homeowners to perform upgrades that would make their homes more energy efficient. Ken Elsey, President and CEO of the Can...... Click here to read this release
GreenSaver shocked by sudden cancellation of ecoEnergy Retrofit – Homes program
Published Wed, 31 Mar 2010 18:21:05 EST Read More
Media Release GreenSaver shocked by sudden cancellation of ecoEnergy Retrofit â Homes program (Toronto, Ontario March 31, 2010) GreenSaver, a not-for-profit energy efficiency organization, is surprised that the Federal government has unexpectedly halted the ecoEnergy program funding. The initiative, scheduled to end on March 31, 2011, has announced they will stop receivi...... Click here to read this release
Government suspends Eco-Energy Rebate Program
Published Wed, 31 Mar 2010 17:26:53 EST Read More
Government suspends Eco-Energy Rebate Program (Ottawa, March 31, 2010) The federal government has suspended the Eco-Energy Retrofit Homes Program. After identifying that the program would be available to March 2011, Ottawa announced today that it would no longer accept applications to book pre-retrofit evaluations as midnight on March 31, 2010. This means that anyone who has not a...... Click here to read this release
GreenSaver Celebrates Earth Hour by opening London office
Published Fri, 26 Mar 2010 15:55:44 EST Read More
Media Release Attn: Community, Environment, Business, Real Estate Editors and Reporters Energy efficiency experts expand into SouthWestern Ontario (London, March 26, 2010) GreenSaver is expanding. The well-known not-for-profit energy efficiency organization has opened an office in London, which will act as a base for servicing SouthWestern Ontario. GreenS...... Click here to read this release
BOMA Toronto Dims Lights for Earth Hour
Published Fri, 26 Mar 2010 12:24:49 EST Read More
Media Release BOMA Toronto Dims Lights for Earth Hour (March 26, 2010, Toronto, Ontario) Saturday, March 27th marks the fourth annual Earth Hour. For 60 minutes, buildings all over Canada will dim their lights to show support for the need to conserve energy. This year the Building Owners and Managers Association of Greater Toronto (BOMA Toronto) is a proud local suppor...... Click here to read this release
Oracle Poll expands with new office
Published Wed, 24 Mar 2010 13:07:38 EST Read More
Media Advisory Attn: Community and Business Reporters and Editors Oracle Poll expands with new office On its twelfth anniversary, Sudbury owned and operated Oracle Poll is expanding. Oracle Poll will mark the opening of their new local office with a ribbon cutting on Thursday, March 25. The Sudbury office also acts as the Northern Ontario headquarters for Environmental Commu...... Click here to read this release
News Article: Keep Your Home from Becoming a Critter Castle
Published Mon, 22 Mar 2010 15:04:27 EST Read More
Keep Your Home from Becoming a Critter Castle Did you know that the type of insulation you use in your can impact whether or not your home is critter bait? With spring just around the corner, homeowners will no doubt be taking the opportunity to Spring clean and perhaps embark on some renovations. GreenSaver would like to remind homeowners that a properly insulated and sealed home is jus...... Click here to read this release
GreenSaver brings non-profit energy audits and green jobs to London
Published Thu, 18 Mar 2010 12:03:03 EST Read More
Media Advisory Attn: Community, Environment, Business, Real Estate Editors and Reporters GreenSaver brings non-profit energy audits and green jobs to London GreenSaver will celebrate the opening of its London office with a ribbon-cutting on Friday, March 26th. This new location will serve as GreenSaver's base in the London and SouthWestern Ontario, bringing energy audits and...... Click here to read this release
New water awareness project launched in Manitou, Manitoba in celebration of World Water Day
Published Thu, 18 Mar 2010 10:57:50 EST Read More
For Immediate Release Friends of the Earth Canada, Pembina Valley Conservation District, Manitoba Department of Water Stewardship and Royal Bank of Canada celebrates world water day with launch of Be True to Be Blue (Manitou, Manitoba/Ottawa, Ontario, March 18, 2010) In celebration of World Water Day, Friends of the Earth Canada is launching its new water awareness proje...... Click here to read this release
News Article - Keeping drugs out of our drinking water - an update
Published Wed, 17 Mar 2010 10:48:33 EST Read More
To the Editor: This is an article from a series of monthly columns by Environmental Law Specialist Dianne Saxe, one of the top 25 environmental lawyers in the world, and Jackie Campbell. These articles are available for publishing at no charge, provided Dr. Saxe and Ms. Campbell are cited as the authors. Dr. Saxe can be contacted at (416) 962 5882 or admin@envirolaw.com. For more inf...... Click here to read this release
Summer Camp Opportunities for your children at Camp Manitou on the Bay of Islands!
Published Fri, 12 Mar 2010 13:04:04 EST Read More
Summer Camp Opportunities for your children at Camp Manitou on the Bay of Islands! Looking for affordable summer camp opportunities for your children? Consider Camp Manitou on the Bay of Islands! (Whitefish Falls, Ontario, March 9, 2010) Camp Manitou has provided summertime memories for children since the 1920's. It is a traditional summer camp located south west of Sudbury, r...... Click here to read this release
Two solar parks break ground in Norfolk County
Published Wed, 10 Mar 2010 15:31:25 EST Read More
Media Advisory Attn: Green Technology, Environment, Energy, Business Editors and Reporters Two solar parks break ground in Norfolk County SunEdison Canada and SkyPower Limited will break ground on two solar PV parks (on...... Click here to read this release
Interview Opportunity - Federal budget dollars flow for the ecoENERGY home retrofit program
Published Mon, 8 Mar 2010 10:05:16 EST Read More
Interview Opportunity Federal budget dollars flow for the ecoENERGY home retrofit program GreenSaver, an environmental leader providing ecoENERGY assessments, is available to comment on what it means for Canadian home owners and the environment now that the Federal government has announced an additional $80 million for the ecoEnergy Retrofit -- Homes Program. They can comm...... Click here to read this release
Share the Road Cycling Coalition Unveils Green Paper on Bicycling for Ontario
Published Fri, 5 Mar 2010 16:03:50 EST Read More
Provincial Cycling Organization Unveils Green Paper on Bicycling for Ontario Advice to Province Includes Creation of $20 million "Ontario Bicycling Investment Fund" Toronto - March 5th, 2010 -- The Share the Road Cycling Coalition (The Coalition) an Ontario-based provincial cycling advocacy organization released today a Green Paper for Bicycling in Ontario entitled "When Ontar...... Click here to read this release
Share the Road Cycling Coalition Unveils Green Paper on Bicycle for Ontario
Published Tue, 2 Mar 2010 16:33:02 EST Read More
Media Advisory Attn: Transportation, Cycling, Sport and City Reporters and Editors Share the Road Cycling Coalition Unveils Green Paper on Bicycle for Ontario The Share the Road Cycling Coa...... Click here to read this release
Melting Snow Could Mean Wasted Energy for Your Home
Published Thu, 25 Feb 2010 08:39:45 EST Read More
Melting Snow Could Mean Wasted Energy for Your Home (Toronto, Thursday, February 25) Today's snowfall is the perfect opportunity for GreenSaver to remind homeowners to check their roofs for signs of heat loss. Snow melting patterns can indicate heat loss through your attic. An ideal attic is designed to maintain a temperature consistent with the outside temperature. In the wintertime...... Click here to read this release
Environmental Communication Options (ECO) passes ten year milestone
Published Tue, 23 Feb 2010 12:41:54 EST Read More
Environmental Communication Options (ECO) passes ten year milestone Canadaâs oldest Environmental Relations firm celebrates a decade in business (Toronto/Sudbury ON, February 23 2010) For ten years, Don Huff has done what he loves running: Environmental Communication Options (ECOâs), Canadaâs pioneering Environmental Relations firm. The firm has been successful thanks to...... Click here to read this release
Renewable energy approvals and the Green Energy Act
Published Wed, 17 Feb 2010 09:48:17 EST Read More
To the Editor: This is an article from a series of monthly columns by Environmental Law Specialist Dianne Saxe, one of the top 25 environmental lawyers in the world. These articles are available for publishing at no charge, provided Dr. Saxe is cited as the author. She can be contacted at (416) 962 5882 or admin@envirolaw.com. For more information, visit http://envirolaw.com. ...... Click here to read this release
Corporate Knights Sustainable 100 to open Toronto Stock Exchange Friday, February 11, 2010
Published Thu, 11 Feb 2010 17:10:45 EST Read More
Media Advisory Attention: Photo/News/Business/National/Energy/Assignment Editors Corporate Knights Sustainable 100 to open Toronto Stock Exchange Friday, February 11, 2010 Nine Canadian companies make list of world's 100 most sustainable large cap companies TORONTO, February, 11, 2010 - Tomorrow morning, executives of the nine Canadian companies on Corporate Knigh...... Click here to read this release
Interview Opportunity - Organic food experts and activists in Toronto for one-day conference
Published Thu, 11 Feb 2010 10:59:28 EST Read More
Interview Opportunity Organic food experts and activists in Toronto for one-day conference (Toronto, February 11, 2010) Canadian Organic Growers (Toronto Chapter) and The Big Carrot are hosting the Your Food, Your Choice conference on February 20th, 2010. Taking place in the University of Toronto Conference Centre at 89 Chestnut St, the conference will focus on local, sustai...... Click here to read this release
Corporate Knights unveils list of Canada's most sustainable cities
Published Wed, 3 Feb 2010 09:13:43 EST Read More
Vancouver tops list of Canada's most sustainable cities Toronto and Yellowknife take top spots in large and small city categories (Toronto ON, Feb. 3, 2010) Vancouver, BC gets a gold medal for its leadership in urban sustainability. The fourth annual Corporate Knights Most Sustainable Cities Ranking recognizes Toronto, ON as first in the Big City category, Vancouver, BC as...... Click here to read this release
Albertans understand the value of home energy efficiency and are supportive of a better building code in order to get it
Published Tue, 2 Feb 2010 11:11:17 EST Read More
Media Release Albertans understand the value of home energy efficiency and are supportive of a better building code in order to get it (Calgary, Feb. 2, 2010) A poll of Alberta consumers, commissioned by the Pembina Institute, NAIMA Canada and the Consumers Council of Canada, illustrates the very strong interest Albertans have in home energy efficiency and their support for an...... Click here to read this release
Interview Opportunity - Poll shows Albertans support more energy efficient homes and an updated provincial building code
Published Tue, 2 Feb 2010 10:15:02 EST Read More
Attn: News, real estate and housing editors Interview Opportunity Poll shows Albertans support more energy efficient homes and an updated provincial building code Jesse Row, Director, Sustainable Communities Group at the Pembina Institute is available in Calgary for interviews. Mr. Row can speak to the following points: ⢠The benefits of energy efficient homes ⢠Po...... Click here to read this release
Haiti receives solar technology from GreenSaver
Published Thu, 28 Jan 2010 13:25:34 EST Read More
Haiti receives solar technology from GreenSaver (Thursday, January 28, 2010) Haitiâs humanitarian crisis had dominated media coverage for the past two weeks. The scale of the devastation is overwhelming, even from half a world away. Canadians have been very generous, donating as much money, time and resources as they can, and GreenSaver is eager to do its part. For the month of F...... Click here to read this release
Canadian Organic Growers and The Big Carrot host Toronto conference on genetically modified food
Published Wed, 27 Jan 2010 09:39:21 EST Read More
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE: Your Food Your Choice:Grounds for Change: Canadian Organic Growers (Toronto Chapter) and The Big Carrot Natural Food Market join forces to bring Toronto a one-day Conference examining the potential dangers of Genetically Modified Food. Champions of local, sustainable food initiatives come together for a one day conference to educate and empower citizens in the fi...... Click here to read this release
UPDATE: GreenSaver extends federal home renovation tax credit
Published Mon, 25 Jan 2010 15:12:15 EST Read More
Media Release GreenSaver extends federal home renovation tax credit (Monday, January 25, Toronto ON) âItâs never too late to save energyâ, Greg Labbe, Director of GreenSaverâs Responsible Renovations division, declared. âOur Responsible Renovation division will be waiving the GST on labour and materials for energy efficient retrofits booked or completed by February 28...... Click here to read this release
A failure to renew federal support for renewable energy will send jobs and investment to the U.S.
Published Mon, 25 Jan 2010 10:27:18 EST Read More
A failure to renew federal support for renewable energy will send jobs and investment to the U.S. Despite a global economic recession, renewable energy development in Canada continued to charge ahead in 2009. A record 950 MW of wind energy was installed - representing more than $2 billion in investment and thousands of jobs - and Canada's installed wind energy capacity has now i...... Click here to read this release
GreenSaver extends federal home renovation tax credit
Published Fri, 22 Jan 2010 11:15:03 EST Read More
Media Release GreenSaver rewards procrastinators in GTA and Golden Horseshoe (Friday, January 22, Toronto ON) âItâs never too late to save energyâ, Greg Labbe, Director of GreenSaverâs Responsible Renovations division, declared. âOur Responsible Renovation division will be waiving the GST on labour and materials for energy efficient retrofits booked or completed by February...... Click here to read this release
CRS Electronics Receives Interest Free Loan From Government of Canada
Published Tue, 19 Jan 2010 09:03:08 EST Read More
CRS Electronics Receives Interest Free Loan From Government of Canada (January 18 2010, Welland ON) - CRS Electronics Inc. ("CRS"), (TSX-V:LED), an inventor, developer and manufacturer of LED lighting, is pleased to report that the Southern Ontario Development Program (SODP) has granted an interest free loan to the Company to a maximum amount of $825,595. The Honourable Gary Goodyear, Mi...... Click here to read this release
Canada's biggest polluters slash emissions while economy grows, says Corporate Knights
Published Wed, 16 Dec 2009 10:23:31 EST Read More
Media Release Attn: News/National/Environment/Business Reporters and Assignment Editors Canada's biggest polluters slash emissions Canadian GDP up, carbon pollution down for large emitters (Toronto, Canada, December 16, 2009) Today, Corporate Knights Magazine released a summary of the changes in emissions levels from Canada's top ten biggest greenhouse gas polluters. ...... Click here to read this release
News Article - Lead in Drinking Water
Published Tue, 15 Dec 2009 14:12:39 EST Read More
To the Editor: This is an article from a series of monthly columns by Environmental Law Specialist Dianne Saxe, one of the top 25 environmental lawyers in the world, and Jackie Campbell. These articles are available for publishing at no charge, provided Dr. Saxe and Ms. Campbell are cited as the authors. She can be contacted at (416) 962 5882 or admin@envirolaw.com. For more infor...... Click here to read this release
Ontario Nature clubs count for conservation - 110th Christmas bird count
Published Tue, 15 Dec 2009 09:57:39 EST Read More
Media Release For Immediate Release Counting for conservation! The 110th Christmas Bird Count Toronto, December 15, 2009 - Citizen scientists are grabbing their binoculars and heading outside for the annual Christmas Bird Count, the largest single volunteer conservation movement on behalf of wildlife. The count begins this week and continues until January 5, 2010. ...... Click here to read this release
News Article - Renewable energy and wood stoves
Published Fri, 11 Dec 2009 17:05:42 EST Read More
Burn Wood? Burn Wise! Increase the heat and reduce the smoke from your woodstove By: Craig Gutowski NOTE TO EDITORS: This piece is available for publication at no charge so long as Mr. Gutowski is cited as the author. Contact information for local and regional woodstove experts is available by contacting the Hearth, Patio and Barbecue Association of Canada at: 1-800-7...... Click here to read this release
SunEdison and SkyPower Receive Canadian Solar Award
Published Wed, 9 Dec 2009 15:26:17 EST Read More
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE SunEdison and SkyPower Receive Canadian Solar Award Canadian Solar Industries Association Honors First Light Solar Energy Park in Stone Mills, Ontario Toronto, Canada â December 9, 2009 â SunEdison, a subsidiary of MEMC Electronic materials (NYSE: WFR) along with project partner, SkyPower, have been awarded the âSolar PV Project of the Yea...... Click here to read this release
Ontario Not On Track to Meet Greenhouse Gas Reduction Targets
Published Tue, 8 Dec 2009 10:22:25 EST Read More
Media Release
Ontario Not On Track to Meet Greenhouse Gas Reduction Targets
(Tuesday, December 8, 2009, Toronto - The Ontario government's plan to reduce greenhouse gas (GHG) emissions does not have the tools necessary to meet its GHG emission targets. The government is projecting that it will fall short of its goals, even though the future reductions projected by the governme......
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Interview Opportunity - SunEdison President will be available for media interviews
Published Fri, 4 Dec 2009 12:22:35 EST Read More
Media Advisory Attn: Community, Environment, Renewable Energy Reporters and Editors SunEdison President will be available for media interviews SunEdison President Carlos Domenech will be in Toronto for the CanSIA Solar Conference, and available for interviews. Mr. Domenech can speak to the following points: ⢠Details of the First Light Solar Park, a partnership between...... Click here to read this release
Environmental Commissioner of Ontario releases Annual Greenhouse Gas Progress Report 2008/2009
Published Wed, 2 Dec 2009 11:45:29 EST Read More
Media Advisory Environmental Commissioner of Ontario releases Annual Greenhouse Gas Progress Report 2008/2009 WHEN: Tuesday, December 8, 2009 10:00 am WHERE: Queen's Park Media Studio WHAT: The Environmental Commissioner, Gord Miller, will submit to the Legislative Assembly a review of the progress of activities in Ontario to reduce greenhouse ga...... Click here to read this release
BOMA Toronto CDM Program Incentives Doubled
Published Wed, 2 Dec 2009 11:27:37 EST Read More
BOMA Toronto CDM Program Incentives Doubled (Toronto, Dec. 2, 2009) The Building Owners and Managers Association (BOMA) of Toronto Conservation and Demand Management (CDM) Program has doubled incentives for all non-lighting projects. This was announced by BOMA CDM Program Director Wayne Proulx at the Property Management Exposition & Conference. Effective immediately, the new incenti...... Click here to read this release
Energy efficient holidays are happy holidays
Published Tue, 1 Dec 2009 15:37:10 EST Read More
Energy efficient holidays are happy holidays The holidays are just around the corner, and everyday routines will be abandoned for fun with family and friends. That doesn't mean you have to stop saving energy and money, though. Here are some tips from GreenSaver to make your festive season happy and environmentally friendly: ⢠Use energy efficient holiday lights. Light-emit...... Click here to read this release
Canadian youth prepare for Copenhagen climate change summit
Published Fri, 27 Nov 2009 14:14:18 EST Read More
Media Advisory Canadian youth prepare for Copenhagen climate change summit The International Federation of Liberal Youth will send 25 young Canadians to Copenhagen to participate in next month's climate change summit. In preparation, the Ryerson Young Liberals and Ryerson Model United Nations are co-hosting a Climate Change Caucus on Saturday, November 28. Delegates will d...... Click here to read this release
BOMA Toronto’s Conservation and Demand Management Program approves its 300th applicant – First Canadian Place
Published Thu, 26 Nov 2009 11:50:32 EST Read More
Media Release BOMA Torontoâs Conservation and Demand Management Program approves its 300th applicant â First Canadian Place (Toronto, November 26, 2009) Brookfield Properties, owner of First Canadian Place, continues to be motivated to reduce its electricity consumption and carbon footprint at First Canadian Place. With the latest lighting retrofit in its Food Court, Fir...... Click here to read this release
Insulating yourself against energy costs
Published Fri, 20 Nov 2009 15:24:09 EST Read More
Insulating yourself against energy costs Now is the time to upgrade your home insulation Another cold Canadian winter is just around the corner. Are you ready? Thanks to two new incentive programs, weather-proofing your home can be even more cost-effective than ever before. The Home Renovation Tax Credit (HRTC) provides a 15 per cent non-refundable tax credit on eligible h...... Click here to read this release
Community Power Conference 2009 Blazes a Trail in Ontario
Published Tue, 17 Nov 2009 15:17:03 EST Read More
Community Power Conference 2009 Blazes a Trail in Ontario (Tuesday, November 17, 2009) The Ontario Sustainable Energy Association (OSEA) wraps up a very successful 1st Annual Community Power Conference with the creation of a new 'International Community Power working group' with OSEA and the World Wind Energy Association (WWEA). Dr. Josef Pesch from Freiburg, Germany, said, 'this wi...... Click here to read this release
News Article - I thought that I would never see…my neighbour hacking at my (our?) tree
Published Mon, 16 Nov 2009 12:37:59 EST Read More
To the Editor: This is an article from a series of monthly columns by Environmental Law Specialist Dianne Saxe, one of the top 25 environmental lawyers in the world, and Ms. Jackie Campbell. These articles are available for publishing at no charge, provided Dr. Saxe and Ms. Campbell are cited as the authors. Dr. Saxe can be contacted at (416) 962 5882 or admin@envirolaw.com. For mor...... Click here to read this release
Interview Opportunities - Community Power experts to speak at OSEA conference
Published Sat, 14 Nov 2009 20:46:19 EST Read More
Interview Opportunities - Community Power experts to speak at OSEA conference The Ontario Sustainable Energy Association (OSEA) is hosting its first annual Community Power Conference November 15-16. Community Power and renewable energy experts from around the world will be speaking about current issues and trends in the sector, how itâs growing and how it can be developed. T...... Click here to read this release
Who needs Harper at Copenhagen?
Published Sat, 14 Nov 2009 20:43:20 EST Read More
Who needs Harper at Copenhagen? The people of Ontario are building sustainable energy projects on their own (Friday, November 13, 2009) Canadaâs inactions regarding climate change are widely known and at the upcoming conference this December in Copenhagen Stephen Harper can expect to be highly criticized. Meanwhile, hundreds of Ontario residents who are fed up with the lack ...... Click here to read this release
Fall/Winter 2009 issue of Our Green Home distributed to Toronto subscribers of The Globe and Mail and Toronto Star today
Published Fri, 13 Nov 2009 13:03:09 EST Read More
The Fall/Winter 2009 issue of Our Green Home, Torontoâs eco-friendly home resource guide was distributed to Toronto subscribers of The Globe and Mail and Toronto Star today (Toronto ON â Friday, November 13th) Our Green Home highlights the importance of making environmentally responsible choices and changes in our homes. Featuring the home building and renovation innovations of the...... Click here to read this release
Statement from George Smitherman, MPP
Published Mon, 9 Nov 2009 10:51:12 EST Read More
STATEMENT FROM GEORGE SMITHERMAN, MPP Yesterday I advised Premier McGuinty of my decision to resign from his Cabinet. This was an important step for me as I begin to make the transition to being a candidate for mayor of Toronto. While I will no longer serve in the Cabinet, I will continue to serve as the MPP for Toronto Centre in the Ontario legislature for the time being. I have a...... Click here to read this release
Living LEED Platinum in Newmarket
Published Wed, 4 Nov 2009 16:22:44 EST Read More
Media release Attention: Home, energy & environmental reporters Living LEED Platinum in Newmarket Newmarket Family's home is the first to be Platinum certified NEWMARKET, ON November 4, 2009: In a ceremony attended by the Honourable George Smitherman, Deputy Premier and Minister of Energy and Infrastructure, the Dunlop family celebrated being the first of 34 famili...... Click here to read this release
Interview Opportunity - Ontario Green Roof Expert to begin installation of green roof on Native Child Centre
Published Mon, 2 Nov 2009 09:12:43 EST Read More
Interview Opportunity Ontario Green Roof Expert to begin installation of green roof on Native Child Centre Local Green Roof Company awarded green roof contract for the Native Child and Family Services Centre of Toronto on College Street Beginning next week (November 2), the Native Child and Family Services Centre, located at 30 College Street, Toronto, will be the location o...... Click here to read this release
Energy Minister and Mayor welcome first family to live in a LEED Platinum certified home in Ontario
Published Thu, 29 Oct 2009 13:59:40 EST Read More
Media Advisory Attn: Community, Real Estate, Environment, Energy Reporters and Editors Energy Minister and Mayor welcome first family to live in a LEED Platinum certified home in Ontario Rodeo Fine Homes is celebrating the first residents of their LEED Platinum certified development in Newmarket. Minister of Energy and Infrastructure and Deputy Premier George Smitherman, Newm...... Click here to read this release
St Marys Cement awarded Silver Certification in Energy Excellence
Published Tue, 27 Oct 2009 13:28:51 EST Read More
Media Release Attn: Community, Business and Environment Reporters and Editors S...... Click here to read this release
Stephen Koch of NAIMA Canada to speak at GreenPrint 2010
Published Tue, 27 Oct 2009 09:59:39 EST Read More
Stephen Koch of NAIMA Canada to speak at GreenPrint 2010 (Ottawa, October 27, 2009) Stephen Koch, Executive Director of the North American Insulation Manufacturers' Association Canada, will speak at the GreenPrint Conference on November 12, 2009 in Toronto. Mr. Koch's speech, entitled "Moving the Process of Building's Energy Efficiency Forward", will focus on energy efficiency in buil...... Click here to read this release
Get cozy with environmentally friendly cost savings this winter
Published Mon, 26 Oct 2009 09:54:58 EST Read More
Media Release Attn: Real Estate, Lifestyle, Environment Reporters and Editors Get cozy with environmentally friendly cost savings this winter The cold weather is coming, whether we like it or not. You can take some of the bite out of winter by making your home more energy efficient. 1. Book an ecoENERGY assessment. This will tell you what renovations you need t...... Click here to read this release
Toronto Cyclists Union launches Driver Appreciation Campaign
Published Wed, 21 Oct 2009 14:17:52 EST Read More
Media Advisory Attn: Transportation, Automobile & Environment Reporters and Editors Toronto Cyclists Union launches Driver Appreciation Campaign â âThank Youâ Toronto cyclists will be thanking drivers who remember to give them their fair share of the road through beautifully designed Thank You cards. âItâs easy to get angry when someone cuts you off. This summer ...... Click here to read this release
Toronto Cyclists Union hosts Cocktail & Masquerade Fundraiser
Published Mon, 19 Oct 2009 13:46:58 EST Read More
Media Advisory Attn: Transportation, Environment, Health, Community, Family & Lifestyle Reporters and Editors Toronto Cyclists Union hosts Cocktail & Masquerade Fundraiser WHAT: Cocktail and Masquerade Fundraiser for the Toronto Cyclists Union http://bikeunion.to ⢠Tickets for the Masquerade Cocktail Reception, between 6:00 and 9:00 pm, are $100/person, or $150/couple...... Click here to read this release
Turning Ontario into sustainable energy province focus of Community Power Conference 2009
Published Mon, 19 Oct 2009 10:18:19 EST Read More
Media Advisory Turning Ontario into sustainable energy province focus of Community Power Conference 2009 Building community networks and local energy solutions is the goal of the first annual Community Power Conference (CP2009). Hosted by the Ontario Sustainable Energy Association (OSEA), this event will build on the foundation of Ontario's new Green Energy Act, and work towar...... Click here to read this release
Dr David Suzuki School in Windsor has chosen GTA based Bioroof to design and plant green roof
Published Thu, 15 Oct 2009 11:03:53 EST Read More
Media Release Dr. David Suzuki School in Windsor has chosen GTA based Bioroof to design and plant green roof (Burlington, Ontario, October 15, 2009) Designed to be the most environmentally friendly school in Canada, the Dr. David Suzuki Public School in Windsor will incorporate a host of green features, including a planted green roof, a grey water recycling system and a solar a...... Click here to read this release
OSEA to host First Annual Community Power Conference
Published Thu, 15 Oct 2009 09:36:56 EST Read More
Media Release Attn: Environment, Renewable Energy and Community Reporters and Editors OSEA to host First Annual Community Power Conference Early bird registration extended until October 30th (Toronto, October 15, 2009) The Ontario Sustainable Energy Association (OSEA) is gearing up for the first annual Community Power Conference. Scheduled for November 15 to 16, the...... Click here to read this release
News Article - Is Wal-Mart's green agenda for real?
Published Thu, 15 Oct 2009 09:30:49 EST Read More
To the Editor: This is an article from a series of monthly columns by Environmental Law Specialist Dianne Saxe, one of the top 25 environmental lawyers in the world, and Jackie Campbell. These articles are available for publishing at no charge, provided Dr. Saxe and Ms. Campbell are cited as the authors. She can be contacted at (416) 962 5882 or admin@envirolaw.com. For more informa...... Click here to read this release
Toronto's new $1,000 rebate makes GreenSaver's ecoSMART insulation even more affordable
Published Wed, 14 Oct 2009 15:52:14 EST Read More
Media Release Toronto's new $1,000 rebate makes GreenSaver's ecoSMART insulation even more affordable (Toronto, October 14th, 2009) If you've been thinking about upgrading the insulation in your home, there is no doubt this is the best time to do it. With winter on its way, upgrades like draft-proofing and insulation can ensure your home is as comfortable and energy-efficient a...... Click here to read this release
City Councillor Joe Mihevc Sheds Light on Solar Power
Published Wed, 14 Oct 2009 09:44:21 EST Read More
City Councillor Sheds Light on Solar Power Councillor Joe Mihevc leads the way with his residents and the West Toronto Initiative for Solar Energy (WISE) Toronto, Ontario - October 14, 2009 - Councillor Joe Mihevc, Ward 21 St. Paul's West-an environmental leader on City Council-is taking his work home with him. The Councillor recently purchased his own domestic solar hot water ...... Click here to read this release
City Councillor Joe Mihevc harnesses solar power
Published Wed, 14 Oct 2009 08:57:25 EST Read More
Media Advisory Attn: Environment, Technology, Energy, Political Editors and Reporters City Councillor Joe Mihevc harnesses solar power Joe Mihevc, City Councillor for Ward 21 (St. Paul's West), has recently installed a solar domestic hot water heater on his house. Come visit his home on October 14th and you'll see why this Fall is a great time for solar. Councillor Mihevc...... Click here to read this release
Possibilité d’entrevue - Croissance de l’industrie canadienne du vélo malgré la tourmente économique
Published Wed, 7 Oct 2009 09:10:40 EST Read More
Possibilité dâentrevue Croissance de lâindustrie canadienne du vélo malgré la tourmente économique Lâindustrie canadienne du vélo, comme tous les autres secteurs, a été touchée par la crise économique mondiale. Les résultats recueillis par les fournisseurs et détaillants de vélos spécialisés canadiens, cependant, laissent entendre que les entreprises au nord de ...... Click here to read this release
Interview Opportunity - Ontario Green Roof Expert to speak at International Green Roof Congress in Toronto (October 19-21)
Published Wed, 7 Oct 2009 09:06:37 EST Read More
Interview Opportunity Ontario Green Roof Expert to speak at International Green Roof Congress in Toronto (October 19-21) Rick Buist, President of Burlington-based Bioroof Systems, has been designing, installing and manufacturing green roofs in the Ontario marketplace for nearly a decade. He has been involved in more than 100 green roof projects across North America, including...... Click here to read this release
Interview Opportunity - Canada's bike industry is growing despite economic turmoil
Published Tue, 6 Oct 2009 09:04:11 EST Read More
Interview Opportunity Canada's bike industry is growing despite economic turmoil The Canadian cycling industry, like every other sector, has been impacted by the global economic crises. Numbers recently collected from Canadian specialty bike retailers and suppliers, however, suggest that businesses north of the border are faring far better than their American colleagues, or other C...... Click here to read this release
Greensaver helps City Councillor Mihevic harness solar power
Published Mon, 5 Oct 2009 12:13:41 EST Read More
Media Advisory Attn: Environment, Technology, Energy, Political Editors and Reporters Greensaver helps City Councillor Mihevic harness solar power Joe Mihevic, City Councillor for Ward 21 (St. Paul's West) is having a solar domestic hot water heater installed on his house. The system - to be installed by GreenSaver - will help Councillor Mihevic save up to 50% on his wate...... Click here to read this release
FREE info sessions on BOMA Toronto's Conservation and Demand Management Program
Published Mon, 5 Oct 2009 11:49:15 EST Read More
Media Release Attn: Environment, Energy, Green Building, Construction, Event Editors BOMA Toronto's Conservation and Demand Management Program FREE info sessions about energy efficiency for commercial buildings (Toronto, October 5, 2009) The buzz about Ontario's Green Energy and Green Economy Act, energy conservation and energy efficient buildings is everywhere, fro...... Click here to read this release
Compugen Named First Canadian Microsoft® Authorized Refurbisher
Published Fri, 2 Oct 2009 09:34:16 EST Read More
Compugen Named First Canadian Microsoft® Authorized Refurbisher New Designation Supports Responsible Reuse of IT Assets and Extends Compugen's Green IT Initiatives (Toronto, Ontario, 2 October 2009) - Compugen today announced that it has become the first Microsoft® Authorized Refurbisher (MAR) in Canada. MAR is a new program offered by Microsoft enabling Compugen to provide ...... Click here to read this release
The Beer Store Helps Green Ontario's Economy with Deposit Return
Published Fri, 2 Oct 2009 09:29:01 EST Read More
Deposit Return Helps Green Ontario's Economy Beer Store recovery of beer, wine and spirits packaging supports growth of Ontario recycling industry Mississauga, Ont. (October 2, 2009) - The Beer Store (TBS) today released its seventh edition of "Responsible Stewardship", reporting on the remarkable performance and continued improvement of its world renowned deposit return base...... Click here to read this release
Publication du rapport annuel de 2008-2009 du Commissaire à l’environnement de l’Ontario – Favoriser la résilience
Published Thu, 1 Oct 2009 10:54:22 EST Read More
Communiqué de presse Publication du rapport annuel de 2008-2009 du Commissaire à lâenvironnement de lâOntario â Favoriser la résilience La publication du rapport du Commissaire à lâenvironnement sera effectuée en deux temps. Il y aura dâabord une conférence de presse au Studio des médias de Queen's Park et ensuite une séance d'information en ligne. Conférenc...... Click here to read this release
Release of the Environmental Commissioner of Ontario 2008/2009 Annual Report - Building Resilience
Published Thu, 1 Oct 2009 10:48:00 EST Read More
Media Advisory Release of the Environmental Commissioner of Ontario 2008/2009 Annual Report - Building Resilience There are two parts to the release of the Environmental Commissioners Report - a Media Conference at the Queen's Park Media Studio followed by Web-based Briefing session. Queen's Park Media Conference 1:00 pm, October 6, 2009 Queen's Park Media Studio Note:...... Click here to read this release
BOMA Toronto presents Conservation Demand Management Awards at General Meeting Luncheon
Published Tue, 29 Sep 2009 12:18:59 EST Read More
Media Release Attn: Environment, Real Estate, Community, News Reporters and Editors BOMA Toronto presents Conservation Demand Management Awards at General Meeting Luncheon (Toronto, September 29, 2009) The Building Owners and Managers Association of Toronto (BOMA Toronto) hosted its General Meeting Luncheon today. Following immediately after the Greening Greater Toronto Allia...... Click here to read this release
BOMA Toronto presents Conservation Demand Management Awards
Published Mon, 28 Sep 2009 11:48:19 EST Read More
Media Advisory Attn: Environment, Real Estate, Community, News Reporters and Editors BOMA Toronto presents Conservation Demand Management Awards The Building Owners and Managers Association of Toronto (BOMA Toronto) will host its General Meeting Luncheon after the Greater Green Toronto Association's Summit. The luncheon will include an awards presentation for participants in ...... Click here to read this release
OPA offers online information session on Feed-In Tariff Programs
Published Fri, 25 Sep 2009 16:40:11 EST Read More
Media Advisory ATTENTION: Editors and Website Administrators OPA offers online information session on Feed-In Tariff Programs The Ontario Power Authority invites you to participate in a two-hour web-enabled teleconference during which we will provide you with a high-level overview of each of the Feed-In Tariff (FIT) and microFIT Programs, followed by a telephone question and a...... Click here to read this release
Friends of the Earth launches David Brooks' new book in Halifax September 29
Published Fri, 25 Sep 2009 15:58:55 EST Read More
Media Advisory Attention: Environmental, News, Community Editors and Reporters Friends of the Earth launches David Brooks' new book 'Making the Most of the Water We Have' comes to Halifax Sept. 29 Friends of the Earth will release Making the Most of the Water We Have: The Soft Path Approach to Water Management early next week. The book is co-edited by David Brooks, a ...... Click here to read this release
Ontario used tire program upsets consumers
Published Wed, 23 Sep 2009 16:52:17 EST Read More
Ontario used tire program upsets consumers Claims of free tire recycling belies upfront charges on sale of new tires (Drayton ON, Sept. 24, 2009) With the peak tire selling upon them Ontario tire dealers are facing angry consumers over recent press releases and advertisements by Ontario Tire Stewardship (OTS) claiming that, "Ontarians can now drop off their old tires at no char...... Click here to read this release
Friends of the Earth launches David Brooks' new book
Published Wed, 23 Sep 2009 14:19:51 EST Read More
Media Advisory Attention: Environmental, News, Community Editors and Reporters Friends of the Earth launches David Brooks' new book 'Making the Most of the Water We Have' to be released September 25 Friends of the Earth will release Making the Most of the Water We Have: The Soft Path Approach to Water Management later this week. The book is co-edited by David Brooks...... Click here to read this release
News Article - What's organic?
Published Tue, 15 Sep 2009 15:19:45 EST Read More
To the Editor: This is an article from a series of monthly columns by Environmental Law Specialist Dianne Saxe, one of the top 25 environmental lawyers in the world. These articles are available for publishing at no charge, provided Dr. Saxe is cited as the author. She can be contacted at (416) 962 5882 or admin@envirolaw.com. For more information, visit http://envirolaw.com. ...... Click here to read this release
Peter Love forms Love Energy Consultants Inc
Published Tue, 15 Sep 2009 09:15:20 EST Read More
Peter Love forms Love Energy Consultants Inc. Peter Love, Ontarioâs first Chief Energy Conservation Officer, recently formed a consultancy firm to foster culture change as part of his commitment to advancing sustainability. He will be available to journalists and authorities to speak on a number of topics regarding energy efficiency and sustainability, including: ⢠Potential, ta...... Click here to read this release
ExpoCycle 2009 kicks off today - Canadian Cycling Retailers Roll through Bromont and into Montreal
Published Thu, 10 Sep 2009 13:45:55 EST Read More
Media Release Attn: News, Environment, Sport, Transportation, Community Editors and Reporters Canadian Cycling Retailers Roll through Bromont and into Montreal ExpoCycle 2009 kicks off today With a brilliant late summer sun-shining on Bromont, Quebec, the Canadian bike industry kicked it into high gear for ExpoCycle 2009 at OutDoor Demo Day. The mood was upbeat and smiles all a round a...... Click here to read this release
ExpoCycle 2009 est lancé aujourd’hui - Les détaillants de vélos canadiens se réunissent à Bromont et à Montréal
Published Thu, 10 Sep 2009 13:43:20 EST Read More
Communiqué de presse à lâattention des rédacteurs et chroniqueurs des domaines de lâactualité, de lâenvironnement, du sport, des transports et de lâactualité communautaire Les détaillants de vélos canadiens se réunissent à Bromont et à Montréal ExpoCycle 2009 est lancé aujourdâhui Câest sous un soleil radieux que lâindustrie canadienne du vélo a donné le coup dâ...... Click here to read this release
L'ONTARIO APPUIE LES PROJETS D'ÉNERGIE VERTE POUR LES COMMUNAUTÉS DES PREMIÈRES NATIONS ET MÉTIS
Published Thu, 3 Sep 2009 16:33:39 EST Read More
L'ONTARIO APPUIE LES PROJETS D'ÃNERGIE VERTE POUR LES COMMUNAUTÃS DES PREMIÃRES NATIONS ET MÃTIS L'honorable George Smitherman, vice-premier ministre et ministre de l'Ãnergie et de l'Infrastructure, fera une annonce à propos d'initiatives ayant pour but d'aider les communautés de Premières nations et métis qui souhaitent entreprendre des projets d'énergie renouvelable. Les ...... Click here to read this release
Ontario to support First Nations and Metis green energy opportunities
Published Thu, 3 Sep 2009 16:29:00 EST Read More
ONTARIO TO SUPPORT FIRST NATIONS AND MÃTIS GREEN ENERGY OPPORTUNITIES The Honourable George Smitherman, Deputy Premier and Minister of Energy and Infrastructure will make an announcement about initiatives to assist First Nations and Métis communities interested in renewable energy projects. The initiatives help address key objectives of the Green Energy Act, including developing r...... Click here to read this release
MTTC Open Letter in response to Minister Gail Shea, PC, MP
Published Mon, 31 Aug 2009 17:17:26 EST Read More
August 31, 2009 Minister Gail Shea, P.C., M.P Fisheries and Oceans Canada 200 Kent Street Ottawa, ON, K1A 0E6 VIA FACSIMILE: 613-990-7292 Dear Minister Shea: We write in response to your letter to Don Staniford, Global Coordinator for the Pure Salmon Campaign, dated August 26, 2009. As you are aware, I was a signatory to that letter in my capacity as Chief of the Kwicksuta...... Click here to read this release
Thunder Bay to host Conserve the Light Gathering
Published Tue, 25 Aug 2009 10:46:02 EST Read More
Media Advisory Thunder Bay to host Conserve the Light Gathering Province-wide First Nations and Métis energy efficiency conference and Elders gathering (Thunder Bay) A First Nations and Métis Energy Efficiency Conference will take place as a result of the Energy Efficiency and Conservation Measures for Aboriginal Communities (EEMAC) program. The conference will tak...... Click here to read this release
Niagara Region gets greener with launch of PenFinancial GreenSaver Home Improvement Loan
Published Wed, 19 Aug 2009 13:12:30 EST Read More
Media Release Niagara Region gets greener with launch of PenFinancial GreenSaver Home Improvement Loan (Welland, August 19th, 2009) Continuing its 25 year environmental mission to make homes across Ontario more energy efficient, GreenSaver has partnered with PenFinancial Credit Union to offer the new PenFinancial GreenSaver Home Improvement Loan, the first ...... Click here to read this release
News Article: Bottled water – Do you know what you’re drinking?
Published Tue, 18 Aug 2009 10:37:12 EST Read More
To the Editor: This is an article from a series of monthly columns by Environmental Law Specialist Dianne Saxe, one of the top 25 environmental lawyers in the world. These articles are available for publishing at no charge, provided Dr. Saxe is cited as the author. She can be contacted at (416) 962 5882 or admin@envirolaw.com. For more information, visit http://envirolaw.com. Bottl...... Click here to read this release
PenFinancial GreenSaver Home Improvement Loan to be launched in Niagara Region
Published Mon, 17 Aug 2009 17:28:09 EST Read More
Media Advisory PenFinancial GreenSaver Home Improvement Loan to be launched in Niagara Region (Welland, August 17, 2009) GreenSaver has partnered with PenFinancial Credit Union to offer the new PenFinancial GreenSaver Home Improvement Loan, the first of its kind in the Niagara Region. GreenSaver customers who conduct an ecoENERGY assessment are eligible to app...... Click here to read this release
Government officials promote “sustainable” aquaculture in Norway while wild salmon stocks crash at home
Published Mon, 17 Aug 2009 12:27:12 EST Read More
Media Release Government officials promote âsustainableâ aquaculture in Norway while wild salmon stocks crash at home (August 17, 2009) Where is Canadaâs Minister of Fisheries and Oceans, Gail Shea, at a time when one of Canadaâs most important commercial runs of salmon is experiencing a catastrophic collapse? She is showcasing Canadaâs aquaculture industry at...... Click here to read this release
L’ACIV accorde une subvention à quatre projets touchant les cyclistes de quinze langues différentes d’un océan à l’autre
Published Mon, 10 Aug 2009 13:42:07 EST Read More
LâACIV accorde une subvention à quatre projets touchant les cyclistes de quinze langues différentes dâun océan à lâautre Toronto, le 10 août 2009 â LâAssociation canadienne de lâindustrie du vélo (ACIV) a annoncé les bénéficiaires de ses quatre subventions, qui totalisent 17 000 $. Deux fois par année, le programme de subvention de lâACIV accorde des subventions Ã...... Click here to read this release
BTAC Awards Grants to Four Projects that Reach Cyclist from Coast-to-Coast and 15 Different Languages
Published Mon, 10 Aug 2009 13:35:18 EST Read More
BTAC Awards Grants to Four Projects that Reach Cyclist from Coast-to-Coast and 15 Different Languages Toronto - August 10, 2009 - The Bicycle Trade Association of Canada (BTAC) has announced the recipients of $17,000 in grants. Awarded twice a year and available to cycling focused community groups, BTAC's Grant Program will support projects that put more people on bikes. An important sel...... Click here to read this release
Conserve the Light Gathering - a First Nations and Métis energy efficiency conference
Published Fri, 24 Jul 2009 10:51:32 EST Read More
Media Advisory Conserve the Light Gathering - a First Nations and Métis energy efficiency conference (July 24, 2009) As part of the ongoing Energy Efficiency & Conservation Measures for Aboriginal Communities (EEMAC) program, Charles Fox Consulting Inc. and the Ontario Power Authority (OPA) will convene a Gathering of Ontario First Nations and Métis Elders and Leadership and ...... Click here to read this release
ExpoCycle et le Jour Démo Plein Air de retour dans la région de Montréal
Published Thu, 23 Jul 2009 09:55:02 EST Read More
Avis aux médias à l'attention des rédacteurs et chroniqueurs des domaines de l'actualité, de l'environnement, du sport, des transports et de l'actualité communautaire ExpoCycle et le Jour Démo Plein Air de retour dans la région de Montréal Le plus grand salon professionnel de l'industrie du vélo au Canada retourne à Montréal du 9 au 12 septembre 2009. Classé au ...... Click here to read this release
ExpoCycle and Demo Day return to Montreal area
Published Thu, 23 Jul 2009 09:47:08 EST Read More
Media Advisory Attn: News, Environment, Sport, Transportation, Community Editors and Reporters ExpoCycle and Demo Day return to Montreal area Canada's largest bike industry trade show returns to Montreal from September 9 to 12, 2009. Ranked 17th amoung Canada's Top 50 Trade Shows, ExpoCycle is Canada's most important bicycle industry business-to-business event, bringing tog...... Click here to read this release
BOMA Toronto's CDM Program has been extended
Published Wed, 22 Jul 2009 13:45:13 EST Read More
Media Release BOMA Toronto's CDM Program has been extended (Toronto, July 21, 2009) The Building Owners and Managers Association (BOMA) of Toronto's Conservation and Demand Management (CDM) Program has been extended to December 31, 2010. The extension allows interested commercial building owners, tenants and channel partners, in the '416' telephone exchange area, to apply f...... Click here to read this release
Keep Toronto Beautiful
Published Fri, 17 Jul 2009 09:26:17 EST Read More
Media Advisory/Photo Opportunity Keep Toronto Beautiful Toronto - Torontonians will be out in force on Saturday, July 18th in a volunteer effort to keep Toronto beautiful. Residents will be out in their communities at hot spots across the city, and have connected through the OneToronto.ca initiative, a grassroots movement of Toronto residents who are showing pride in their cit...... Click here to read this release
News Article: Smog, smog alerts and human health
Published Wed, 15 Jul 2009 10:42:49 EST Read More
To the Editor: This is an article from a series of monthly columns by Environmental Law Specialist Dianne Saxe, one of the top 25 environmental lawyers in the world. These articles are available for publishing at no charge, provided Dr. Saxe is cited as the author. She can be contacted at (416) 962 5882 or admin@envirolaw.com. For more information, visit http://envirolaw.com. ...... Click here to read this release
What to do when cyclists get hit with HST
Published Fri, 26 Jun 2009 15:23:17 EST Read More
What to do when cyclists get hit with HST Cycling advocates celebrated when Ontario introduced a retail sales tax exemption for bikes. They celebrated again when the exemption was extended until December 31, 2010. Now the province has announced that it will adopt a harmonized sales tax (HST), and the fate of this exemption is unclear. One possibility is that Ontario will begin tax...... Click here to read this release
World Wind Energy Award 2009 goes to George Smitherman, Energy Minister of Ontario
Published Thu, 25 Jun 2009 09:57:09 EST Read More
World Wind Energy Award 2009 goes to George Smitherman, Energy Minister of Ontario Toronto/Jeju/Bonn (WWEA/OSEA/GEAA) - The World Wind Energy Association (WWEA), Ontario Sustainable Energy Association (OSEA) and its partners in the Green Energy Act Alliance (GEAA) congratulate Hon. George Smitherman on receiving the World Wind Energy Award 2009. On the occasion of the 8th World Wind Ene...... Click here to read this release
Interview Opportunity: What to do once the Harmonized Sales Tax hits bikes
Published Wed, 24 Jun 2009 15:43:37 EST Read More
INTERVIEW OPPORTUNITY What to do once the Harmonized Sales Tax hits bikes The Ontario Government introduced a Retail Sales Tax exemption for Bicycles and Related Safety Equipment ("PST exemption on bicycles") in November of 2007. This relief was to have expired on November 30th 2008 but was extended in the 2008 provincial budget. In announcing its commitment to HST, the Ontari...... Click here to read this release
News Article: Play it cool and save big this summer with some simple tips to reduce your energy use
Published Tue, 23 Jun 2009 15:17:17 EST Read More
Play it cool and save big this summer with some simple tips to reduce your energy use With many Ontarians looking forward to another hot summer at the cottage relaxing by the lake, GreenSaver wants to remind homeowners that summer time doesn't mean you should take a holiday from energy conservation. Before departing, there are a number of things you can do to make your home 'energy secur...... Click here to read this release
Hydro One Tops Best 50 Corporate Citizens in Canada list for 2009
Published Mon, 22 Jun 2009 08:48:24 EST Read More
Attention: News/Business Reporters and Assignment Editors Hydro One Tops Best 50 Corporate Citizens in Canada list for 2009 New in 2009: Top Foreign Corporate Citizens in Canada (Toronto, Ontario, June 22, 2009) Corporate Knights has released the 8th Annual Best 50 Corporate Citizens in Canada, the definitive annual list of Canada's top corporate citizens. Citizenship ...... Click here to read this release
Corporate Knights to release Best 50 Corporate Citizens in Canada 2009 on June 22
Published Fri, 19 Jun 2009 13:26:08 EST Read More
Attention:News/Business Reporters and Assignment Editors Corporate Knights to release Best 50 Corporate Citizens in Canada 2009 on June 22 New in 2009: Top Foreign Corporate Citizens in Canada (Toronto, Ontario, June 19, 2009) Corporate Knights will release the 8th Annual Best 50 Corporate Citizens in Canada, the definitive annual list of Canadaâs top corporate citizens, ...... Click here to read this release
News Article: Does Canada do enough to regulate toxic chemicals?
Published Mon, 15 Jun 2009 14:55:35 EST Read More
To the Editor: This is an article from a series of monthly columns by Environmental Law Specialist Dianne Saxe, one of the top 25 environmental lawyers in the world. These articles are available for publishing at no charge, provided Dr. Saxe is cited as the author. She can be contacted at (416) 962 5882 or admin@envirolaw.com. For more information, visit http://envirolaw.com. ...... Click here to read this release
Canadian Springs goes green!
Published Mon, 15 Jun 2009 08:44:46 EST Read More
Media Release Attn: News/Environment/Transportation/Community/Business Editors and Reporters Canadian Springs goes green! (June 13, 2009) Summer is heating up for thirsty Canadians across the country, and Canadian Springs is helping to quench that thirst without heating up the planet. Canadian Springs has teamed up with Inland Kenworth and PacLease to debute its first hybrid ...... Click here to read this release
Hybrid electric Canadian Springs delivery trucks make their debut at Vancouver street hockey tournament
Published Fri, 12 Jun 2009 13:08:48 EST Read More
Media Advisory - Photo Opportunity Hybrid electric Canadian Springs delivery trucks make their debut delivering water to thirsty players at Vancouver street hockey tournament. What: The first Canadian Springs hybrid electric water trucks make their official debut at the Play On! National Street Hockey Tournament held in Vancouver and across Canada. When: Sat...... Click here to read this release
BOMA Toronto CDM Program announces two new energy conservation programs for commercial properties in the '416' area code
Published Tue, 9 Jun 2009 17:17:21 EST Read More
Media Release Two new programs to help reduce energy consumption for commercial building owners and tenants The BOMA Toronto CDM Program announces two new energy conservation programs for commercial properties in the '416' area code (Toronto, June 10, 2009) The Building Owners and Managers Association of (BOMA) Toronto, on behalf of the Ontario Power Authority (OPA), ...... Click here to read this release
Tenth annual Smog Summit convenes in Toronto
Published Wed, 3 Jun 2009 10:00:42 EST Read More
Tenth annual Smog Summit convenes in Toronto GTA highlights progress on fight against air pollution (Toronto, June 3, 2009) Someday, Torontonians will be able to breathe fresh, clean air. That's the focus of the 10th Annual Smog Summit, hosted by the Clean Air Partnership (CAP) and the GTA Clean Air Council (GTA-CAC). For the past ten years the Summit has provided a chan...... Click here to read this release
RONA receives prestigious Ontario Nature Corporate Award
Published Mon, 1 Jun 2009 15:42:15 EST Read More
Media Release For Immediate Release RONA receives prestigious Ontario Nature Corporate Award (Southampton, Ontario, June 1, 2009) - Ontario Nature, the province's leading conservation organization, presented its prestigious Corporate Award to RONA, Canada's largest distributor and retailer of hardware, home renovation and gardening products. The Ontario Nature Corporate A...... Click here to read this release
News release: Oak Ridges Moraine Foundation Preparing to Close after 50 million dollars of Conservation
Published Mon, 1 Jun 2009 09:57:46 EST Read More
News Release Created in 2002 to support partnerships and voluntary efforts to protect the Oak Ridges Moraine, the Foundation is preparing to close its doors in September 2010. During the eight year period, the Foundation will have generated over 50 million dollars of conservation effort by investing 15 million dollars of capital in partnerships matched by private organizations, m...... Click here to read this release
Toronto Bike Summit 2009
Published Thu, 28 May 2009 13:43:40 EST Read More
Media Release - For Immediate Release Toronto Bike Summit 2009 (Toronto, May 28, 2009) On the heels of the City of Toronto's decision to redesign Jarvis Street to include bike lanes and wider sidewalks, the Toronto Coalition for Active Transportation (TCAT) and the Clean Air Partnership (CAP) are co-hosts of the 2009 Bike Summit, a one-day bicycle policy conference. The sold-o...... Click here to read this release
Bicycle Trade Association of Canada applauds Toronto's bold new bike move
Published Tue, 26 May 2009 17:12:34 EST Read More
Media Release Attn: Transportation/Biking/Sports/City Editors and Reporters Bicycle Trade Association of Canada applauds Toronto's bold new bike move Cyclists delighted as city approves bicycle lane on Jarvis (May 26, 2009 - Toronto) Last night, Toronto City Council approved a plan to turn part of Jarvis Street into a bike path. Cycling advocates all over the city...... Click here to read this release
Bike Summit 2009
Published Mon, 25 May 2009 16:18:50 EST Read More
Media Advisory Bike Summit 2009 (Toronto, 2009) On Thursday, May 28th from 8:30 a.m. to 5:30 p.m. the Toronto Coalition for Active Transportation and the Clean Air Partnership are hosting this second annual one-day bicycle policy conference. The Bike Summit will be held at the Novotel Toronto Centre, 45 The Esplanade in downtown Toronto. Join leading thinkers, practitioners...... Click here to read this release
Ethipedia launched as Canada's first Sustainable Business Encyclopedia
Published Mon, 25 May 2009 15:09:31 EST Read More
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE "ethipedia.net" launched as Canada's First Sustainable Business Encyclopedia (Montreal, Monday May 25th) After a year and half of research and development, "ethipedia", the online encyclopedia of sustainable business practices, is now accessible on the Web. This reference website hosts a database of documented practices adopted by organizations seeking to ...... Click here to read this release
Interview Opportunity: Corporate Knights Magazine presents Doctor James Lovelock
Published Tue, 19 May 2009 10:30:17 EST Read More
Attention: News/Environment/Business Reporters and Assignment Editors Corporate Knights Magazine presents Dr. James Lovelock (Toronto, Canada, May 19, 2009) Corporate Knights Magazine presents Dr. James Lovelock, founder of the Gaia Hypothesis, Fellow of the Royal Society and author of over 200 scientific papers, in Toronto on May 26, 2009. The media is invited to interview ...... Click here to read this release
TCPLA welcomes the Green Energy Act
Published Tue, 19 May 2009 09:51:55 EST Read More
The Toronto Centre Provincial Liberal Association (TCPLA) is pleased to announce that on Thursday, May 14th 2009, the Ontario Green Energy Act (GEA) was passed into law by the Ontario legislature.. The Green Energy Act is a bold series of co-ordinated actions motivated by governmentâs desire to create substantial employment in a green economy and reduce Ontarioâs impact on the climate. In ...... Click here to read this release
Municipalities tackle air pollution at first Southwestern Ontario Clean Air Summit
Published Fri, 15 May 2009 15:33:14 EST Read More
Media Advisory Attn: Environment/Community/Local News Editors and Reporters Municipalities tackle air pollution at first Southwestern Ontario Clean Air Summit The Southwestern Ontario Clean Air Council (SWO-CAC) and the Clean Air Partnership (CAP) invite you to the first annual Southwestern Ontario Clean Air Summit. The summit will bring together representatives from municipa...... Click here to read this release
Home energy audits in new Green Energy Act a positive step towards consumer protection
Published Thu, 14 May 2009 16:44:51 EST Read More
Home energy audits in new Green Emergy Act a positive step towards consumer protection Today, the Ontario legislature passed Bill150. Better known as the Green Energy and Environment Act, Bill 150 will help protect consumer rights by mandating home energy efficiency audits at point of sale. Having this information will allow home buyers to make an educated purchasing choice. WHO:...... Click here to read this release
News Article: New GREEN ENERGY ACT Promises Low-Carbon Future
Published Thu, 14 May 2009 11:58:43 EST Read More
To the Editor: This is an article from a series of monthly columns by Environmental Law Specialist Dianne Saxe, one of the top 25 environmental lawyers in the world, and. Jackie Campbell. These articles are available for publishing at no charge, provided Dr. Saxe and Ms. Campbell are cited as the authors. Dr. Saxe can be contacted at (416) 962 5882 or admin@envirolaw.com. For more i...... Click here to read this release
Canadian manufacturer wins US Environmental Protection Agency Clean Air Excellence Award
Published Thu, 14 May 2009 09:04:12 EST Read More
Canadian manufacturer wins US Environmental Protection Agency Clean Air Excellence Award (Washington, May 13, 2009) The Industrial Chimney Company (ICC) of Quebec received an EPA Clean Air Excellence Award for its revolutionary wood-burning fireplace design today in Washington DC. Presented by Senator Debbie Stabenow of Michigan, The EPA Clean Air Excellence Awards celebrate programs,...... Click here to read this release
Send your kids to Camp Manitou on the Bay of Islands this summer!
Published Tue, 5 May 2009 09:11:49 EST Read More
Still trying to decide what your children will be doing this summer? Consider Camp Manitou on the Bay of Islands! Camp Manitou has bunks still available for boys and girls this summer (Whitefish Falls, Ontario, May 5, 2009) Camp Manitou has provided summertime memories for children since the 1920's. It is a traditional summer camp located south west of Sudbury, run by the An...... Click here to read this release
News Article: How to get the most out of your new bike
Published Thu, 30 Apr 2009 16:09:55 EST Read More
To the Editor: This is an article from Janet O'Connell, Executive Director of the Bicycle Trade Association of Canada (BTAC). It is available for publishing at no charge, provided Ms. O'Connell is cited as the author. She may be reached at 905-853-5031. Gear up for spring! How to get the most out of your new bike Spring is upon us, and so is another cycling s...... Click here to read this release
News Article: Long-distance travellers - migratory birds defy the odds
Published Tue, 28 Apr 2009 15:08:43 EST Read More
Long-distance travellers: migratory birds defy the odds By: Gregor Beck This article is available for publishing at no charge, provided that Mr. Beck is cited as the author. High resolution images are available. Biologists, like scientists and statisticians of any stripe, spend much of their time looking for averages to provide compelling information and irrefutable proof abou...... Click here to read this release
Interview Opportunity: GreenSaver’s Affordable Solar Solution on display at Toronto’s Green Living Show
Published Fri, 24 Apr 2009 10:20:49 EST Read More
Interview Opportunity GreenSaverâs Affordable Solar Solution on display at Torontoâs Green Living Show WHO: Vladan Veljovic, President and CEO of GreenSaver. GreenSaver will be exhibiting its new solar hot water system at the Green Living Show in Toronto. Drop by GreenSaverâs informative and fully staffed display to find out how this technology can help you save mone...... Click here to read this release
New poll shows Ontario’s Green Energy Act (Bill 150) is on the right track with home energy efficiency measurement
Published Thu, 23 Apr 2009 14:20:59 EST Read More
Media Release New poll shows Ontarioâs Green Energy Act (Bill 150) is on the right track with home energy efficiency measurement A majority of Ontarians support mandatory home energy efficiency labeling and expect it to be common across North America soon says poll done this week (Toronto, April 23, 2009) The Canadian Energy Efficiency Alliance (CEEA) and NAIMA Cana...... Click here to read this release
Corporate Knights magazine releases Canada's first Green Provincial Report Card
Published Wed, 22 Apr 2009 09:27:52 EST Read More
Attention: News/National/Business Reporters and Assignment Editors Canada's First Green Provincial Report Card BC claims title as Greenest Province; Ontario is #2; Nunavut is #3; PEI pulls up the rear; Alberta edges out Quebec (Toronto, Canada, April 22, 2009) Corporate Knights released the first comprehensive environmental report card today for all of Canada's province...... Click here to read this release
How Ontario consumers benefit from home energy audits proposed in Green Energy Act
Published Mon, 20 Apr 2009 13:12:46 EST Read More
Interview Opportunity â Home Energy Audits The benefits to Ontario consumers of the proposed home energy audits in the Green Energy Act (Bill 150) currently before the Ontario Legislature Who: Stephen Koch, Executive Director of NAIMA Canada, representing a majority of fiber insulation manufacturers in Canada What: Mr. Koch can provide commentary on: ⢠How th...... Click here to read this release
The Brewers Plate Celebrates Local, Sustainable Food and Farming
Published Wed, 1 Apr 2009 12:22:19 EST Read More
The Brewers Plate Celebrates Local, Sustainable Food and Farming Craft brewers and local chefs offer up a sustainable spring feast Toronto, ON, April 1, 2009 â After our long northern winter it might seem impossible to eat a gourmet meal that was prepared with local, sustainable ingredients. However, on Friday April 17th, at the University of Torontoâs Hart House, the sec...... Click here to read this release
Deputy Premier to speak at Energy and Environment Forum
Published Mon, 30 Mar 2009 17:45:51 EST Read More
Media Advisory Deputy Premier to speak at Energy and Environment Forum Minister of Energy and Infrastructure to address what the Green Energy Act means to building owners and managers Deputy Premier, and Minster of Energy and Infrastructure, George Smitherman will discuss the recently tabled Green Energy Act tomorrow morning. Minister Smitherman is scheduled to spe...... Click here to read this release
Climate Action Now joins the GreenSaver family to bring Energy Assessments to St. Catharines, Niagara Falls, Welland, Grimsby
Published Mon, 30 Mar 2009 09:30:19 EST Read More
Media Release Climate Action Now joins the GreenSaver family to bring Energy Assessments to St. Catharines, Niagara Falls, Welland, Grimsby (St. Catharines, March 29, 2009) It just got easier to get home energy assessment done in the Niagara Region. GreenSaver, the largest non-profit home energy audit organization dedicated to environmental energy efficiency in Ontario, has add...... Click here to read this release
BOMA Canada powers down for Earth Hour
Published Fri, 27 Mar 2009 16:56:04 EST Read More
Media Release Attn: Community/Energy/Environment/News Reporters and Editors BOMA Canada powers down for Earth Hour (Saturday, March 28, 2009) BOMA members all over Canada will participate in the second annual Earth Hour by turning off their lights between 8:30 and 9:30 pm this evening. "BOMA is proud that so many of our members are participating in this great event," said Diana O...... Click here to read this release
Letter demanding Fisheries Act be applied to salmon farms attracts 9,000 signatures in one month
Published Fri, 27 Mar 2009 09:57:00 EST Read More
British Columbia Fisheries critic, NDP MLA Robin Austin tables Letter addressed to Federal Minister of Fisheries and Premier Campbell demanding Fisheries Act be applied to salmon "farms" Letter written by biologist Alexandra Morton, signed by 9,758 citizens in less than one month (March 26, 2009, Victoria, B.C.) Robin Austin MLA for Skeena and Opposition Critic for Fisheries "t...... Click here to read this release
BOMA Toronto Dims Lights for Earth Hour
Published Thu, 26 Mar 2009 16:20:42 EST Read More
BOMA Dims Lights for Earth Hour (March 26, 2009) Saturday, March 28th, marks the third annual Earth Hour. For 60 minutes, buildings all over Canada will dim their lights to show support for the need to conserve energy. This year the Building Owners and Managers Association is a proud local sponsor of Earth Hour in Ontario through the World Wildlife Fund (WWF) Canada. It is anticipate...... Click here to read this release
GreenSaver and Climate Action Now team up for energy efficiency
Published Wed, 25 Mar 2009 09:19:16 EST Read More
Photo and Interview Opportunity GreenSaver and Climate Action Now team up for energy efficiency GreenSaver, the largest non-profit organization in Ontario dedicated to environmental energy efficiency, has partnered with Climate Action Now (CAN) to offer energy assessments and advice to homeowners in the St. Catharines/Niagara/Hamilton corridor. Details of the partnership wil...... Click here to read this release
BOMA Canada compares skylines of three Canadian cities - photos from ten years ago and today
Published Wed, 25 Mar 2009 09:10:21 EST Read More
Winnipeg, Halifax & Montreal Media Opportunity with Visuals Earth Hour (March 28th) related Lights burning into the night in high-rise office towers annoy many people - but why are the lights on and what efforts to reduce energy use are being made in these structures? BOMA Canada has collected three pairs of photographs of Canadian cities (Halifax, Montreal and Winnipeg...... Click here to read this release
BOMA throws support behind Ontario’s Green Energy Act
Published Wed, 18 Mar 2009 14:50:57 EST Read More
BOMA throws support behind Ontarioâs Green Energy Act (Toronto, ON, March 18, 2009) Last month, the province of Ontario tabled legislation aimed at making the province both a leader in renewable energy and energy conservation and the creator of a new, green economy. Premier McGuinty's Green Energy Act takes on some very important issues and, when passed, will ensure a substantial incre...... Click here to read this release
Trees Ontario will plant 8540 trees thanks to Mirage
Published Wed, 18 Mar 2009 13:56:08 EST Read More
Press Release For Immediate Release Trees Ontario will plant 8540 trees thanks to Mirage and participating Ontario dealers' contribution Saint-Georges, March 18, 2009 - From November 1st to 30th, Boa-Franc, the manufacturer of Mirage superior quality prefinished hardwood flooring, and its participating Ontario Mirage dealers supported a good cause by partnering up with Trees Ontario....... Click here to read this release
Community Power Fund approves grants for six new community projects
Published Tue, 17 Mar 2009 09:38:46 EST Read More
Communities in Waterloo Region, Peterborough County, Nipissing, Greater Toronto Area and Northwestern Ontario forge ahead with renewable energy project development Communities in Waterloo Region, Peterborough County, Nipissing, Greater Toronto Area and Northwestern Ontario forge ahead with renewable energy project development (Toronto, Ontario) The Community Power Fund announ...... Click here to read this release
Regulating Noise - When it is not music to the ears
Published Mon, 16 Mar 2009 15:15:48 EST Read More
To the Editor: This is an article from a series of monthly columns by Environmental Law Specialist Dianne Saxe, one of the top 25 environmental lawyers in the world, and Ms. Jackie Campbell. These articles are available for publishing at no charge, provided Dr. Saxe and Ms. Campbell are cited as the authors. Dr. Saxe can be contacted at (416) 962 5882 or admin@envirolaw.com. For mor...... Click here to read this release
ONTARIO UNVEILS NORTH AMERICA’S FIRST FEED-IN TARIFF
Published Thu, 12 Mar 2009 14:41:20 EST Read More
ONTARIO UNVEILS NORTH AMERICAâS FIRST FEED-IN TARIFF Price Guarantees for Large and Small Renewable Energy Projects will Create Jobs (March 12, 2009) Ontario is poised to introduce new electricity pricing to encourage the development of renewable energy from a diverse range of producers including homeowners, community-based groups and larger scale commercial generators. As...... Click here to read this release
OPA, ENERGY MINISTER TO UNVEIL NEXT STEPS FOR FEED-IN TARIFF
Published Wed, 11 Mar 2009 14:26:46 EST Read More
Media Advisory For Immediate Release OPA, ENERGY MINISTER TO UNVEIL NEXT STEPS FOR FEED-IN TARIFF George Smitherman, Deputy Premier and Minister of Energy and Infrastructure, and Colin Andersen, CEO, Ontario Power Authority, will discuss details of the proposed feed-in tariff program for renewable energy projects contemplated under the Green Energy Act. When: ...... Click here to read this release
Turning the spotlight on light emitting diodes at LEDiscovery 2009
Published Mon, 9 Mar 2009 15:45:09 EST Read More
Media Advisory Attention: News, Business and Technology Editors Turning the spotlight on light emitting diodes (LED) LEDiscovery 2009 offers networking and educational opportunities For the second year, greenTbiz will be hosting LEDiscovery. This two-day event offers professionals and the public an opportunity to learn about LED (light-emitting diode) lighting and t...... Click here to read this release
Time to change your furnace filter
Published Sun, 8 Mar 2009 14:55:45 EST Read More
Time to change your furnace filter A new filter will improve comfort, generate savings, and ensure your furnace fan has a longer life A new filter will mean improved indoor air quality and savings on your heating bill. Daylight Savings is a perfect time to remind Canadians to change their furnace filter. Vladan M. Veljovic, President & CEO of GreenSaver, a leader in home ...... Click here to read this release
Landowners attend tree planting workshop in Strathroy
Published Wed, 4 Mar 2009 13:36:28 EST Read More
Ontarians Eager to Help Find Homes for Tree Seedlings Landowners attend tree planting workshop in Strathroy to learn about incentives in place to help reach tree planting goals Strathroy, ON - March 4, 2009 - Ontarians are enthusiastically stepping up to help the Ontario Ministry of Natural Resources meet its 2009 goal to plant 50 million trees by 2020 - the largest single com...... Click here to read this release
Green Energy Act discussed at Markdale Event
Published Wed, 4 Mar 2009 10:31:41 EST Read More
Media Release Green Energy Act the Solution to Environmental and Economic Crises is theme of Markdale Meeting (Markdale ON., March 4, 2009)- Citizens from Markdale and surrounding areas attended a public meeting at the Markdale Community Centre last night, organized by the Ontario Federation of Agriculture and the Ontario Sustainable Energy Association (OSEA). A presentation wa...... Click here to read this release
Green Energy Act discussed in Manitoulin Island Event
Published Fri, 27 Feb 2009 16:54:09 EST Read More
Media Release Green Energy Act the Solution to Environmental and Economic Crises is theme of Manitoulin Island Workshop (MâChigeeng ON., Feb 25, 2009)- Citizens from Manitoulin Island and surrounding areas attended a workshop at the MâChigeeng First Nation Community Complex today, organized by the MâChigeeng First Nation and the Ontario Sustainable Energy Association (OSE...... Click here to read this release
Caledon event to discuss Green Energy Act
Published Fri, 27 Feb 2009 16:48:43 EST Read More
Media Advisory Caledon event to discuss legislation that would make renewable energy a provincial priority Frustration is growing in parts of rural Ontario where farmers, municipalities, First Nations, and local owners of green energy projects are unable to fully contribute to the future of Ontarioâs green electricity. A Green Energy Act that would empower all Ontario re...... Click here to read this release
Markdale event to discuss Green Energy Act
Published Fri, 27 Feb 2009 16:10:46 EST Read More
Media Advisory Markdale event to discuss legislation that would make renewable energy a provincial priority Frustration is growing in parts of rural Ontario where farmers, municipalities, First Nations, and local owners of green energy projects are unable to fully contribute to the future of Ontarioâs green electricity. A Green Energy Act that would empower all Ontario r...... Click here to read this release
Landowners attend tree planting workshop in Oro
Published Fri, 27 Feb 2009 14:08:44 EST Read More
Ontarians Eager to Help Find Homes for Tree Seedlings Landowners attend tree planting workshop in Oro to learn about incentives in place to help reach tree planting goals Oro, ON - February 27, 2009 - Ontarians are enthusiastically stepping up to help the Ontario Ministry of Natural Resources meet its 2009 goal to plant 50 million trees by 2020 - the largest single commitment ...... Click here to read this release
Landowners attend tree planting workshop in Orangeville
Published Thu, 26 Feb 2009 10:08:35 EST Read More
Ontarians Eager to Help Find Homes for Tree Seedlings Landowners attend tree planting workshop in Orangeville to learn about incentives in place to help reach tree planting goals Orangeville, ON - February 26, 2009 - Ontarians are enthusiastically stepping up to help the Ontario Ministry of Natural Resources meet its 2009 goal to plant 50 million trees by 2020 - the largest si...... Click here to read this release
Landowners attend tree planting workshop in Newmarket
Published Wed, 25 Feb 2009 15:12:47 EST Read More
Ontarians Eager to Help Find Homes for Tree Seedlings Landowners attend tree planting workshop in Newmarket to learn about incentives in place to help reach tree planting goals Newmarket, ON - February 25, 2009 â Ontarians are enthusiastically stepping up to help the Ontario Ministry of Natural Resources meet its 2009 goal to plant 50 million trees by 2020 â the largest si...... Click here to read this release
Why should you get an energy assessment on your home?
Published Wed, 25 Feb 2009 08:55:07 EST Read More
What Exactly is an Energy Audit or Assessment? The value of an Energy Assessment on your largest investment (Toronto, ON, February 25, 2009) - Buying a home is, for many, the largest investment that they will make in their lifetime. Yet, unlike buying a car (mpg ratings) or buying an appliance (Energystar ratings), there is really nothing which would indicate to the homebuyer h...... Click here to read this release
Green Energy Act the Solution to Environmental and Economic Crises is theme of Sault Ste. Marie Workshop
Published Tue, 24 Feb 2009 10:10:47 EST Read More
Media Release Green Energy Act the Solution to Environmental and Economic Crises is theme of Sault Ste. Marie Workshop (Sault Ste. Marie ON., Feb 24, 2009) - Citizens from Sault Ste. Marie and surrounding areas attended a workshop at the Holiday Inn Waterfront today, organized by ULERN and the Ontario Sustainable Energy Association (OSEA). A presentation was made outlining wha...... Click here to read this release
GreenSaver applauds Canada's first Green Energy Act
Published Mon, 23 Feb 2009 16:34:26 EST Read More
Media Release GreenSaver applauds Canada's first Green Energy Act (Toronto, ON, February 23, 2009) Today, the province of Ontario tabled legislation that will focus on renewable energy, energy conservation and creating a new, green economy. Premier McGuinty's Green Energy Act manages to address some very important issues. If passed, the legislation will streamline the env...... Click here to read this release
NAIMA hails Green Energy Act as an important step towards a green economy
Published Mon, 23 Feb 2009 16:10:45 EST Read More
Media Release Ontario government unveils Canada's first Green Energy Act NAIMA hails legislation as an important step towards a green economy (Toronto, ON, February 23, 2009) Today, the province of Ontario tabled its first Green Energy Act. The legislation is aimed at building renewable energy, encouraging energy conservation and creating green jobs in Ontario. The...... Click here to read this release
Ontario Re-invents the meaning of Energy Efficiency
Published Mon, 23 Feb 2009 15:12:52 EST Read More
Ontario Re-invents the meaning of Energy Efficiency (February 23, 2009 â Toronto) âTodayâs introduction of a Green Energy Act is about to launch Ontario into a leadership position in the race to be the most Energy Efficient economy in Canada. Perhaps the world,â said Ken Elsey, President of the Canadian Energy Efficiency Alliance (CEEA). When George Smitherman accepted the...... Click here to read this release
Conservation Council of Ontario calls Green Energy Act a step towards the conserver society
Published Mon, 23 Feb 2009 13:46:30 EST Read More
Power to the People Green Energy Act a step towards the conserver society (Toronto, Ontario, February 23, 2009) - Ontario's new Green Energy Act will help people across Ontario become more actively involved in the de-centralized production of green power and it will help them save money on their energy bills. "It's power to the people" says Chris Winter, the Executive Direct...... Click here to read this release
Tree seedlings urgently need new homes - free tree planting workshop in Strathroy
Published Mon, 23 Feb 2009 12:59:07 EST Read More
Media Advisory - For Immediate Release Attention Community Calendar, Event Listing and News Editors Tree Seedlings Urgently Need New Homes Ontario Ministry of Natural Resources puts out call to action to Strathroy residents - hosting free tree planting workshop to help reach provincial goals Strathroy - The Ontario Ministry of Natural Resources and Trees Ontario, al...... Click here to read this release
Landowners attend tree planting workshop in Belleville
Published Fri, 20 Feb 2009 11:26:18 EST Read More
Ontarians Eager to Help Find Homes for Tree Seedlings Landowners attend tree planting workshop in Belleville to learn about incentives in place to help reach tree planting goals Belleville, ON - February 20, 2009 - Ontarians are enthusiastically stepping up to help the Ontario Ministry of Natural Resources meet its 2009 goal to plant 50 million trees by 2020 - the largest sing...... Click here to read this release
Green Energy Act discussed at Sudbury Workshop
Published Wed, 18 Feb 2009 13:36:31 EST Read More
Media Release Green Energy Act the Solution to Environmental and Economic Crises is theme of Sudbury Workshop (Sudbury ON., Feb 18, 2009)- Citizens from Sudbury and surrounding areas attended a workshop at Cambrian College today, organized by the Ontario Sustainable Energy Association (OSEA), a founding member of the Green Energy Act Alliance (GEAA). A presentation was made pr...... Click here to read this release
Manitoulin Island event to discuss proposed Green Energy Act
Published Tue, 17 Feb 2009 10:00:09 EST Read More
Media Advisory Manitoulin Island event to discuss legislation that would make renewable energy a provincial priority Frustration is growing in parts of rural Ontario where farmers, municipalities, First Nations, and local owners of green energy projects are unable to fully contribute to the future of Ontario's green electricity. A Green Energy Act that would empower all On...... Click here to read this release
Sault Ste Marie event to discuss proposed Green Energy Act
Published Tue, 17 Feb 2009 09:46:05 EST Read More
Media Advisory Sault Ste. Marie event to discuss legislation that would make renewable energy a provincial priority Frustration is growing in parts of rural Ontario where farmers, municipalities, First Nations, and local owners of green energy projects are unable to fully contribute to the future of Ontario\'s green electricity. A Green Energy Act that would empower all On...... Click here to read this release
Walkerton event to discuss proposed Green Energy Act
Published Tue, 17 Feb 2009 09:38:26 EST Read More
Media Advisory Walkerton event to discuss legislation that would make renewable energy a provincial priority Frustration is growing in parts of rural Ontario where farmers, municipalities, First Nations, and local owners of green energy projects are unable to fully contribute to the future of Ontario's green electricity. A Green Energy Act that would empower all Ontario residents...... Click here to read this release
Nanomaterials - Tiny particles, big risks?
Published Tue, 17 Feb 2009 09:33:57 EST Read More
To the Editor: This is an article from a series of monthly columns by Environmental Law Specialist Dianne Saxe, one of the top 25 environmental lawyers in the world, and Ms. Jackie Campbell. These articles are available for publishing at no charge, provided Dr. Saxe and Ms. Campbell are cited as the authors. Dr. Saxe can be contacted at (416) 962 5882 or admin@envirolaw.com. For mor...... Click here to read this release
CRS Electronics achieves record performance for LED MR16 replacement lamps
Published Tue, 17 Feb 2009 09:28:58 EST Read More
CRS Electronics achieves record performance for LED MR16 replacement lamps (Welland, Ontario, February 17, 2009) CRS Electronics, a world leader in Light Emitting Diode (LED) MR16 halogen replacement lamps, has achieved another significant breakthrough in performance. The company has received confirmation from LTL Testing Laboratory Inc., a US Department of Energy CALiPER qualified...... Click here to read this release
Green Energy Act the Solution to Environmental and Economic Crises is theme of North Bay Meeting
Published Mon, 16 Feb 2009 11:25:02 EST Read More
Media Release Green Energy Act the Solution to Environmental and Economic Crises is theme of North Bay Meeting (North Bay ON., Feb 14, 2009)- Citizens from North Bay and surrounding area attended a workshop at Nipissing University today (February 14), organized by the Innovation Initiatives Ontario North (IION) and the Ontario Sustainable Energy Association (OSEA). The presenta...... Click here to read this release
Growing and Eating For Nourishment: Organic Food and Lifestyle Conference
Published Thu, 12 Feb 2009 12:55:08 EST Read More
Media Advisory Attention News/Event Calendar/Environment/Food & Lifestyles Reporters and Editors Growing and Eating For Nourishment:Nourishing the Future Join Canadian Organic Growers as we explore the emerging science behind organic growing and food. Also, hear farmers, researchers, organic certifiers, restaurateurs, retailers, local food security advocates and others discus...... Click here to read this release
Discover Nature on Family Day, February 16
Published Wed, 11 Feb 2009 15:55:45 EST Read More
Media Release Attn: Community/Wildlife/Environment Reporters and Editors Discover Nature on Family Day, February 16 (Peterborough, Ont) Everyone is invited to Discover Nature on Family Day at Fleming College, 599 Brealey Dr., on Monday, February 16 from 11:30 a.m. to 3:30 p.m. Activities and presentations for both adults and children to encourage enjoyment of nature will t...... Click here to read this release
Green Energy Act discussed at Renfrew County meeting
Published Wed, 11 Feb 2009 10:21:23 EST Read More
Media Release Green Energy Act the Solution to Environmental and Economic Crisis is theme of Renfrew County Meeting (Cobden ON., Feb 11, 2009)- Citizens from Renfrew County and surrounding areas attended a meeting at the Whitewater Region Memorial Township Hall last night (February 10) organized by the Ottawa River Institute and the Ontario Sustainable Energy Association (OSEA)...... Click here to read this release
North Bay event to discuss proposed Green Energy Act
Published Tue, 10 Feb 2009 09:11:19 EST Read More
Media Advisory North Bay event to discuss legislation that would make renewable energy a provincial priority Frustration is growing in parts of rural Ontario where farmers, municipalities, First Nations, and local owners of green energy projects are unable to fully contribute to the future of Ontario's green electricity. A Green Energy Act that would empower all Ontario re...... Click here to read this release
Tree seedlings urgently need new homes - free tree planting workshop in Oro
Published Fri, 6 Feb 2009 10:13:35 EST Read More
Media Advisory - For Immediate Release Attention Community Calendar, Event Listing and News Editors Tree Seedlings Urgently Need New Homes Ontario Ministry of Natural Resources puts out call to action to Oro residents - hosting free tree planting workshop to help reach provincial goals Oro - The Ontario Ministry of Natural Resources and Trees Ontario, along with its...... Click here to read this release
Tree seedlings urgently need new homes - free tree planting workshop in Orangeville
Published Fri, 6 Feb 2009 09:55:01 EST Read More
Media Advisory - For Immediate Release Attention Community Calendar, Event Listing and News Editors Tree Seedlings Urgently Need New Homes Ontario Ministry of Natural Resources puts out call to action to Orangeville residents - hosting free tree planting workshop to help reach provincial goals Orangeville - The Ontario Ministry of Natural Resources and Trees Ontario...... Click here to read this release
Tree seedlings urgently need new homes - free tree planting workshop in Newmarket
Published Fri, 6 Feb 2009 09:30:45 EST Read More
Media Advisory - For Immediate Release Attention Community Calendar, Event Listing and News Editors Tree Seedlings Urgently Need New Homes Ontario Ministry of Natural Resources puts out call to action to Newmarket residents - hosting free tree planting workshop to help reach provincial goals Newmarket - The Ontario Ministry of Natural Resources and Trees Ontario, alo...... Click here to read this release
The Learning Enrichment Foundation and the Canadian bicycle industry announce Bicycle Assembly & Maintenance program
Published Tue, 3 Feb 2009 11:11:31 EST Read More
For immediate release CREATING JOBS QUALITY JOBS IN THE CANADIAN BICYCLE INDUSTRY The Learning Enrichment Foundation and the Canadian bicycle industry announce Bicycle Assembly & Maintenance program (BAM) February 3rd 2009 - The Learning Enrichment Foundation (LEF) and The Bicycle Trade Association of Canada (BTAC) are launching a new training program to create highly...... Click here to read this release
Cobden Event to discuss Green Energy Act
Published Mon, 2 Feb 2009 09:38:30 EST Read More
Media Advisory Cobden event to discuss legislation that would make renewable energy a provincial priority Frustration is growing in parts of rural Ontario where farmers, municipalities, First Nations, and local owners of green energy projects are unable to fully contribute to the future of Ontarioâs green electricity. A Green Energy Act that would empower all Ontario res...... Click here to read this release
Tree seedlings urgently need new homes - free tree planting workshop in Brockville
Published Thu, 29 Jan 2009 13:19:45 EST Read More
Media Advisory - For Immediate Release Attention Community Calendar, Event Listing and News Editors Tree Seedlings Urgently Need New Homes Ontario Ministry of Natural Resources puts out call to action to Brockville residents - hosting free tree planting workshop to help reach provincial goals Brockville - The Ontario Ministry of Natural Resources and Trees Ontario, a...... Click here to read this release
Corporate Knights Magazine announces Canada’s most sustainable cities
Published Thu, 29 Jan 2009 09:35:56 EST Read More
Attention: News/National/Business Reporters and Assignment Editors Corporate Knights Magazine announces Canadaâs most sustainable cities (Toronto, Canada, January 29, 2009) Today, Corporate Knights Magazine unveiled the third-annual Corporate Knights Most Sustainable Cities in Canada list. The comprehensive ranking identifies Canadian cities whose practices leave the smalle...... Click here to read this release
Tree Seedlings Urgently Need New Homes
Published Wed, 28 Jan 2009 09:44:05 EST Read More
Media Advisory - For Immediate Release Attention Community Calendar, Event Listing and News Editors Tree Seedlings Urgently Need New Homes Ontario Ministry of Natural Resources puts out call to action to Ontario residents - hosting free tree planting workshop to help reach provincial goals Southern Ontario - The Ontario Ministry of Natural Resources and Trees Ontario...... Click here to read this release
Ottawa event to discuss Green Energy Act
Published Tue, 27 Jan 2009 15:33:53 EST Read More
Media Advisory Ottawa event to discuss legislation would that make renewable energy a provincial priority Frustration is growing in parts of rural Ontario where farmers, municipalities, First Nations, and local owners of green energy projects are unable to fully contribute to the future of Ontarioâs green electricity. A Green Energy Act that would empower all Ontario residents to...... Click here to read this release
Kingston event to discuss proposed Green Energy Act
Published Mon, 26 Jan 2009 11:10:12 EST Read More
Media Advisory Kingston event to discuss legislation that would make renewable energy a provincial priority Frustration is growing in parts of rural Ontario where farmers, municipalities, First Nations, and local owners of green energy projects are unable to fully contribute to the future of Ontarioâs green electricity. To show how ordinary people have become power generat...... Click here to read this release
Picton event to discuss Green Energy Act
Published Fri, 23 Jan 2009 17:08:44 EST Read More
Media Advisory Picton event to discuss legislation that would make renewable energy a provincial priority Frustration is growing in parts of rural Ontario where farmers, municipalities, First Nations, and local owners of green energy projects are unable to fully contribute to the future of Ontario's green electricity. A Green Energy Act that would empower all Ontario residents to...... Click here to read this release
News Article: What is your home's IAQ (Indoor air quality)?
Published Wed, 21 Jan 2009 16:43:54 EST Read More
To the Editor: This is an article from a series of monthly columns by Environmental Law Specialist Dianne Saxe and Jackie Campbell. Dr. Saxe is one of the top 25 environmental lawyers in the world, and these articles are available for publishing at no charge, provided Dr. Saxe and Ms. Campbell are cited as the authors. Dr. Saxe can be contacted at (416) 962 5882 or admin@envirolaw.c...... Click here to read this release
Leaders in Green home building honoured at 2008 EnerQuality Awards of Excellence
Published Wed, 14 Jan 2009 12:25:12 EST Read More
Commitment to sustainable, energy efficient building celebrated at luncheon ceremony (Toronto, Jan.14, 2009) Building professionals from across Ontario gathered to honour the best in sustainable and energy efficient homebuilding at the EnerQuality Corporation 2008 Awards of Excellence presentations. âWe witnessed tremendous growth and participation in green build...... Click here to read this release
Penetanguishene a Canadian leader in adopting energy efficient technology
Published Tue, 13 Jan 2009 09:40:06 EST Read More
Penetanguishene a Canadian leader in adopting energy efficient technology New LED (Light Emitting Diode) streetlights cut electricity costs (Penetanguishene, Ontario, Jan. 12, 2009) The Mayor and Councillors of Penetanguishene (Pen-e-tang-WISH-ene, located NW of Barrie on the shore of Georgian Bay) were presented with a Certificate of Recognition by Ontario's Chief Energy Con...... Click here to read this release
Chief Energy Conservation Officer recognizes Penetanguishene for leadership in municipal electricity conservation
Published Fri, 9 Jan 2009 17:50:33 EST Read More
Media Advisory Chief Energy Conservation Officer recognizes Penetanguishene for leadership in municipal electricity conservation Ontario town undertakes Canada's largest LED streetlight retrofit - reduces electricity consumption by over 60 percent WHEN: Monday, January 12, 2009 at 7:00 p.m. WHERE: Council Chambers - Penetanguishene Municipal Building, 10 R...... Click here to read this release
EnerQuality celebrates leaders in energy efficient and green building at 2008 Awards of Excellence
Published Fri, 9 Jan 2009 09:21:02 EST Read More
Media Advisory Attn: Energy/Environment/Construction/News Reporters and Editors EnerQuality celebrates leaders in energy efficient and green building at 2008 Awards of Excellence EnerQuality Corporation will honour Ontario's best and most innovative home builders and construction professionals at the 2008 EnerQuality Awards of Excellence. Nominees are leaders in sustainable c...... Click here to read this release
Heavy snow can mean problems for your furnace
Published Mon, 22 Dec 2008 11:54:16 EST Read More
Media Release For Immediate Release Furnace failure or a blocked vent Heavy snow can mean problems for your furnace Every winter after a large snowfall, Green$aver gets calls from people seeking advice about new furnaces. The question we ask if it involves a newer furnace - are your vents clear of snow? Drifting snow or snow slides from roofs can bury a furnace air...... Click here to read this release
News Article: Eco-labeling literacy
Published Mon, 15 Dec 2008 17:03:13 EST Read More
To the Editor: This is an article from a series of monthly columns by Environmental Law Specialist Dianne Saxe and Jackie Campbell. Dr. Saxe is one of the top 25 environmental lawyers in the world, and these articles are available for publishing at no charge, provided Dr. Saxe and Ms. Campbell are cited as the authors. Dr. Saxe can be contacted at (416) 962 5882 or admin@envirolaw.c...... Click here to read this release
Calling all birders - come out for the 109th Christmas Bird Count
Published Mon, 15 Dec 2008 08:42:11 EST Read More
Media Release - For Immediate Release Calling all birders! Come out for the 109th Christmas Bird Count Toronto, December 10, 2008 â Between December 14 and January 5, 2009, thousands of expert and amateur birders will participate in the 109th annual Christmas Bird Count, a well-established tradition for naturalists across the continent. This year, more than 40 Ontario Na...... Click here to read this release
EcoEnergy audits to be offered throughout Ontario by GreenSaver and Ontario Association of Home Inspectors
Published Thu, 11 Dec 2008 08:44:24 EST Read More
Media Release Greensaver and OAHI - our new province-wide green team (Toronto, December 11th, 2008) GreenSaver and the Ontario Association of Home Inspectors (OAHI) have joined forces to offer EcoENERGY home audits across Ontario. Beginning in January 2009, OAHI members will be trained and integrated into the GreenSaver service areas. This will provide a one stop approach to...... Click here to read this release
Environmental Commissioner of Ontario assesses province's Climate Change Action Plan
Published Wed, 10 Dec 2008 13:48:49 EST Read More
Media Release For Immediate Release Progress in a Climate of Change: Measuring the success of the government's climate change commitments (Queen's Park, December 10, 2008) "It is critical that, in these challenging economic times, we refuse to compromise on our commitments to greenhouse gas (GHG) reduction," said Gord Miller, Environmental Commissioner of Ontario (ECO), today ...... Click here to read this release
Nestlé accused of Greenwashing – Complaint Filed Today
Published Mon, 1 Dec 2008 14:03:36 EST Read More
Nestlé accused of Greenwashing â Complaint Filed Today Advertising Standards Canada asked to probe Green Advertisement Ottawa â Friends of the Earth Canada, Ecojustice, the Polaris Institute, the Council of Canadians, and Wellington Water Watchers filed a complaint this morning under the Canadian Code of Advertising Standards alleging that Nestlé Waters North Americ...... Click here to read this release
Efficient Wood Heating is Good for the Environment
Published Mon, 1 Dec 2008 09:30:15 EST Read More
Cut greenhouse gas emissions and save money at the same time - heating with wood does not contribute to global warming and climate change the way the "fossil" fuels do Firewood is a renewable energy resource like wind, solar and hydroelectric power. To adequately respond to the global warming challenge, we need to start using more renewables and less oil, gas and coal. Heating with wood ...... Click here to read this release
Enbridge and EnviroCentre team up for energy efficiency
Published Fri, 28 Nov 2008 11:57:45 EST Read More
Media Release For Immediate Distribution Warming up to a good cause Enbridge and EnviroCentre team up for energy efficiency (Ottawa, ON - November 28, 2008) Over 100 community housing homes in Ottawa will be more energy efficient, and a lot warmer, this winter. One of the homes being upgraded courtesy of Enbridge Gas Distribution's Home Weatherization Retrofit Prog...... Click here to read this release
Enbridge Gas Distribution helps EnviroCentre weatherize 150 Ottawa Community Housing homes
Published Wed, 26 Nov 2008 15:03:29 EST Read More
MEDIA ADVISORY Learn how Enbridge Gas Distribution is helping EnviroCentre weatherize 150 Ottawa Community Housing homes WHEN: Friday, November 28, 2008 at 10 am WHO: Hon. Madeleine Meilleur, Minister of Community and Social Services Jo-Anne Poirier, CEO, Ottawa Community Housing Corporation Will Akkermans, General Manager, Eastern Region, Enbridge Gas Distribu...... Click here to read this release
Think Local First for a Stable Economy during 'Buy Local Week'
Published Fri, 21 Nov 2008 16:15:38 EST Read More
Think Local First for a Stable Economy "Buy Local Week" Is December 1-7 (Toronto, Canada) The Local First movement, steadily gaining popularity in communities across North America, aims to give a much-needed boost to our local independent retailers and producers this holiday season. Research on the benefits of Local First campaigns shows that they effectively increase market ...... Click here to read this release
Interview Opportunity - Increase the heat and reduce greenhouse gases with wood stoves and gas fireplaces
Published Thu, 20 Nov 2008 09:37:52 EST Read More
Interview Opportunity Wood Stoves and Gas Fireplaces - Increase the heat and reduce greenhouse gases Who: John Johnson, President of the Western Chapter of the Hearth, Patio and Barbecue Association of Canada To schedule interviews call 604-420-4323 or e-mail johnj.bby(at)eccohtg.com What: Mr Johnson can address the following questions: Are wood...... Click here to read this release
Interview Opportunity: Can clean air and wood stoves co-exist?
Published Wed, 19 Nov 2008 10:43:02 EST Read More
Interview Opportunity Can clean air and wood stoves co-exist? WHO: John Gulland, Director of the Wood Heat Policy Institute WHAT: Mr. Gulland is available to speak to the following points: ⢠Are wood burning stove bans necessary? ⢠What is the difference between good wood burning (no smoke) and bad wood burning (lots of smoke)? ⢠Why aren't the fed...... Click here to read this release
News Article: How Canadian is our food?
Published Tue, 18 Nov 2008 08:48:13 EST Read More
To the Editor: This is an article from a series of monthly columns by Environmental Law Specialist Dianne Saxe and Jackie Campbell. Dr. Saxe is one of the top 25 environmental lawyers in the world. These articles are available for publishing at no charge, provided Dr. Saxe and Ms. Campbell are cited as the authors. Dr. Saxe can be contacted at (416) 962 5882 or admin@envirolaw.com. ...... Click here to read this release
Eastern Ontario restaurant recognized by Chief Energy Conservation Officer of Ontario
Published Mon, 17 Nov 2008 09:36:55 EST Read More
Eastern Ontario restaurant recognized by Chief Energy Conservation Officer of Ontario (Maberly, November 17, 2008) Lauded as Canada's Green Restaurant, the Fall River Restaurant in Maberly, Ontario (between Sharbot Lake and Perth on Highway 7, West of Ottawa) has been recognized for its commitment to energy conservation and environmentally responsible operations by Ontario's Chief Energy...... Click here to read this release
Winners of 8th Annual Ontario Wood WORKS! Awards demonstrate wood is versatile and sustainable
Published Wed, 12 Nov 2008 18:00:40 EST Read More
Media Release â PHOTOS AVAILABLE Attention Building / Architectural / Environmental / Forestry News Editors and Reporters (Toronto, November 12, 2008) Ontarioâs leading architects, engineers, building owners and project teams were presented Wood WORKS! Awards during the 8th Annual Awards Gala this evening at the Toronto Congress Centre. Celebrating excellence and inno...... Click here to read this release
Chief Energy Conservation Officer recognizes greenest restaurant
Published Tue, 11 Nov 2008 09:45:40 EST Read More
Media Advisory: Ontarioâs Chief Energy Conservation Officer, Peter Love, will present Fall River Restaurant with a Certificate of Recognition for Energy Conservation. The restaurant was named the greenest restaurant in Canada by the Ottawa Citizen after owners Paul and Michele Zammit renovated the restaurant. The restaurant now incorporates a range of energy saving features such as capturing kit...... Click here to read this release
Rodeo Fine Homes and Newmarket host sneak peek of EcoLogic homes
Published Wed, 5 Nov 2008 11:20:10 EST Read More
Media Advisory/Invitation ATTENTION: Home, Energy & Environmental Rodeo Fine Homes and Newmarket host sneak peek of EcoLogic homes NEWMARKET, Ontario, November 3, 2008 - The Town of Newmarket and Rodeo Fine Homes will host a sneak peek of Newmarket's EcoLogic homes, Canada's greenest residential community on Thursday, November 6, 2008. WHAT: ⢠Peter Love, Chi...... Click here to read this release
A new furnace filter will improve comfort and save money
Published Wed, 22 Oct 2008 12:25:09 EST Read More
Time to change your furnace filter A new filter will improve comfort, generate savings, and ensure your furnace fan has a longer life As the warm weather gradually recedes, Ontarians are preparing for the inevitable snow and cold temperatures. Green$aver, Toronto's leader in environmental energy efficiency and home energy audits would like to remind homeowners that household wi...... Click here to read this release
Insulating yourself against energy costs
Published Tue, 21 Oct 2008 10:23:59 EST Read More
Insulating yourself against energy costs Now is the time to upgrade your home insulation With a Canadian winter right around the corner, it is time again to make sure you're ready. Ensuring you have the proper draft proofing and the right amount of insulation in your home remains one of the best things you can do for the environment and your wallet. Inadequate insulation is o...... Click here to read this release
Peterborough community is Eastern Ontario’s largest development of ENERGY STAR® qualified homes
Published Mon, 20 Oct 2008 08:34:37 EST Read More
Media Release Attn: News, Home, Energy, and Lifestyle Reporters and Editors Green community takes green building to a new level Peterborough community is Eastern Ontarioâs largest development of ENERGY STAR® qualified homes (Peterborough, October 18, 2008) Today Mason Homes unveiled itâs latest eco-friendly community, providing homeowners in Peterborough with a ...... Click here to read this release
MPP McNeely Asks for All Party support of the Home Energy Rating Act
Published Thu, 16 Oct 2008 10:01:46 EST Read More
Media Release For Immediate Release MPP McNeely Asks for All Party support of the Home Energy Rating Act The Home Energy Rating Act mandates greater disclosure and encourages better, greener more efficient homes QUEEN'S PARK- Thursday 16 October 2008. Today MPP McNeely will ask the Members of the Legislative Assembly of Ontario to support the Home Energy Rating Act...... Click here to read this release
Canadian Energy Efficiency Alliance applauds proposed Ontario Home Energy Act
Published Fri, 26 Sep 2008 09:58:19 EST Read More
Media Advisory Attention: News, Energy and Environment Editors and Commentators Canadian Energy Efficiency Alliance applauds proposed Ontario Home Energy Act Ottawa- Orléans MPP, Phil McNeely takes leadership role on consumer home protection and energy efficiency (Ottawa, September 26, 2008) Yesterday, Ottawa-Orléans MPP Phil McNeely introduced a Private Members B...... Click here to read this release
Minto Communities celebrate LEED™ for homes certification and ENERGY STAR for New Homes
Published Mon, 22 Sep 2008 12:49:00 EST Read More
News Advisory Attention: News, Energy, Realty, Homes and Style, Assignment Editors Minto Communities celebrate LEED⢠for homes certification and ENERGY STAR for New Homes Harvest Hills will combine energy efficient, quality designed homes with the privacy of nature (Toronto, Ontario, September 22, 2008) Minto Communities Inc. will host an official grand opening cel...... Click here to read this release
New GreenHouse program brings “green” to the mainstream
Published Wed, 10 Sep 2008 11:46:56 EST Read More
New GreenHouse program brings âgreenâ to the mainstream Indoor air quality, water conservation and waste reduction all part of 2008 Green Building Festival announcement (Toronto, September 10, 2008) This morning, EnerQuality, announced it is now offering a new green housing program called GreenHouse⢠certified construction. GreenHouse was developed by EnerQuali...... Click here to read this release
'Now House' to demonstrate how a 60 year old home can become a net zero energy home
Published Tue, 9 Sep 2008 10:07:29 EST Read More
Media Advisory: Attention: News, Energy, Realty and Homes/Assignment Editors *High resolution photos available* Retrofit of 60-year-old wartime house to demonstrate how to reduce home energy use to zero (Toronto, September 8, 2008) The latest environmentally friendly home will be unveiled to the public on Wednesday, September 10 at 11:00 am. Now House will sho...... Click here to read this release
Get an eco-education at the Green Building Festival
Published Wed, 20 Aug 2008 12:18:28 EST Read More
Media Release Attn: Energy Efficiency/Green Building/Lifestyle/City Reporters and Editors Get an eco-education at the Green Building Festival Festival returns with must-attend workshops Canada's largest annual green building event is gearing up for another year with an expanded seminar program. Festival organizers are very excited to introduce two innovative worksho...... Click here to read this release
Gregor Homes unveils Barrie's latest ENERGY STAR® qualified home
Published Wed, 23 Jul 2008 09:43:20 EST Read More
Gregor Homes unveils Barrie's latest ENERGY STAR® qualified home
Six new homes blend superior energy efficiency materials and quality design into planned community
(Barrie, Ontario, July 19, 2008) This afternoon, provincial and federal politicians toured what will soon be the latest group of energy efficient new homes planned for the Carson Ridge Estates in Barrie. The devel......
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German storage solution company sets sights on North American residential market
Published Mon, 21 Jul 2008 15:41:30 EST Read More
Media Release â For Immediate Release
German storage solution company sets sights on North American residential market
Element-System seeks Canadian and US dealers
(Dallas, Texas, July 21, 2008) Element-System of Germany, a manufacturer with a half century long legacy of producing commercial display and storage systems for the retail fixturing segment, is expanding its reach i......
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Green$aver teams up with WISE to provide affordable solar water heating solutions
Published Wed, 11 Jun 2008 10:01:54 EST Read More
A WISE move for Toronto residents Green$aver teams up with WISE to provide affordable solar water heating solutions (Toronto, Ontario, June 11, 2008) Green$aver, Ontarioâs largest non-profit organization dedicated to advancing environmental energy efficiency, has been awarded the contract for project management and implementation of a solar water heating initiative by WISEâ...... Click here to read this release