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Towards Net Zero: Developing a Rail Decarbonization Roadmap for Canada

Towards Net Zero: Developing a Rail Decarbonization Roadmap for Canada Rail has always been a highly effective method of transportation, especially over the past 26 years due to the efforts from the rail sector. But now is the time to go further with rail’s decarbonization efforts to meaningfully contribute to Canada’s GHG reduction goals. Pollution …

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Pollution Probe’s Zero Emission Vehicle Infrastructure Support Program

Zero Emission Vehicle Infrastructure Support Program Providing organizations across Canada with rebates of up to 50% on purchase & installation costs of EV charging stations Pollution Probe’s Zero Emission Vehicle Infrastructure Support Program is supporting the Government of Canada’s commitment to having Zero Emission Vehicles (ZEVs) comprise 50% of new passenger vehicle sales by 2030, …

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Pollution Probe Launches the Municipal Zero-Emission Vehicle Engagement Platform

Press Release, Transportation

Pollution Probe is pleased to announce the launch of its latest initiative to accelerate the deployment of zero-emission vehicles (ZEVs) in Canadian municipalities. The goals of the Municipal ZEV Engagement Platform are to engage municipal governments and their collaborators, socialize the range of solutions which are presented in internal and external resources, and establish an ongoing dialogue surrounding ZEVs.

Great Lakes Plastic Cleanup Expands its Waste Characterization Network

Circular Economy, Press Release, Water

Great Lakes Plastic Cleanup Expands its Waste Characterization Network Western University and Lambton College join the initiative TORONTO, Ontario – November 12, 2020 Today, the Great Lakes Plastic Cleanup is pleased to announce that Western University and Lambton College are joining the initiative as research partners, taking the lead on characterizing the debris collected by capture …

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Pollution Probe Releases New Report on Zero Emission Vehicle Charging in Multi-Unit Residential Buildings and for Garage Orphans

Press Release, Transportation

Pollution Probe Releases New Report on Zero Emission Vehicle Charging in Multi-Unit Residential Buildings and for Garage Orphans Toronto, ON – June 4, 2019 – Pollution Probe is pleased to announce the release of a new report, Zero Emission Vehicle Charging in Multi-Unit Residential Buildings and for Garage Orphans, produced in partnership with the Delphi …

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Ruth Kiro

Ruth Kiro Senior Lead, Energy Research and Analysis rkiro[at]pollutionprobe.org Ruth joined Pollution Probe in January 2023 and holds the position of senior Lead, Energy Research and Analysis. Ruth has years of experience in energy and climate change-mitigation topics from the Israeli Ministry of Environmental Protection and the public utility of electricity. She formulated new policies …

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E-NEWS Winter 2023

E-News Winter 2023 The weather outside might be frightful, but we’re not letting a little chill slow us down! Our Circular Economy, Energy, Transportation, and Water teams continue to run at full steam as we tackle today’s most pressing environmental issues. This newsletter highlights key initiatives Pollution Probe is currently spearheading, including: Riding the rails …

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Pollution Probe and Partners Have Developed a Rail Decarbonization Roadmap for Canada

Pollution Probe News, Transportation

Pollution Probe and Partners Have Developed a Rail Decarbonization Roadmap for Canada Canada’s railways have reduced emissions intensity by 25.1% since 2005, making it a highly fuel-efficient form of land-based transportation for both freight and passengers. However, the rail industry must go further to help Canada reach its 2050 net-zero target. To meet this challenge, …

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