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Plastics Pathway at Toronto Zoo Makes Learning about Plastic Pollution and Solutions Easy with New App

Plastics Pathway at Toronto Zoo Makes Learning about Plastic Pollution and Solutions Easy with New App Interactive experience introduces a digital element. TORONTO – September 21, 2023 – Learning about plastic might not be the first thing you would expect to take away from a visit to the Toronto Zoo. However, educating Zoo guests about …

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Summer Newsletter: Flame Retardants in Tents, Launching an Informed FR Use Campaign

Flame Retardants in Tents: Pollution Probe Launches Informed FR Use Campaign Toronto, Ont. – August 1, 2023 The summer season entices many outdoor enthusiasts to explore nature and embark on camping adventures, but  did you know that camping tents contain flame retardants? These chemicals, commonly used to meet flammability standards with the intent of helping …

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Summer Newsletter: Making Progress on Addressing Plastic Pollution

Making Progress on Addressing Plastic Pollution Huntsville, Ont. – July 26, 2023 Pollution Probe was invited to present at the recent meeting of the Canadian Council of Ministers of the Environment (CCME), held in Huntsville, Ont. The meeting brought together federal, provincial, and territorial environment ministers to discuss pressing environmental issues, with a focus on …

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Summer Newsletter: Powering Ontario’s Growth, Pollution Probe’s Contributions in Energy and Electrification Planning

Powering Ontario’s Growth: Pollution Probe’s Contributions in Energy and Electrification Planning Ontario’s journey towards a sustainable and electrified future took a significant step forward with the recent release of Powering Ontario’s Growth, the province’s long-term plan for energy and electrification. Pollution Probe played a role in shaping this ambitious initiative. Released in early July, Powering …

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Summer Newsletter: Plastic Free July

Plastic Free July: Pollution Probe Joins Global Movement Against Plastic Pollution Toronto, Ont. – July 31, 2023 This summer, Pollution Probe participated in Plastic Free July, a global movement rallying millions of people worldwide to take action against plastic pollution. Since its inception in 2011, Plastic Free July has aimed to raise awareness about the …

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Summer Newsletter: Low-Carbon Energy Innovation Reaches Milestone, Launch of Community of Practice

Low-Carbon Energy Innovation Reaches Milestone: Launch of Community of Practice Toronto, June 22, 2023 A groundbreaking initiative by QUEST Canada and Pollution Probe, the Low Carbon Energy Innovation project, has achieved a significant milestone with the establishment of its Community of Practice (CoP) and the launch of its research component. The project aims to propel …

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Pollution Probe’s CHARGED Program Powers Up Canada’s Green Future: Supports 376 EV Charging Stations Installed Coast to Coast To Date

Pollution Probe’s CHARGED Program Powers Up Canada’s Green Future: Supports 376 EV Charging Stations Installed Coast to Coast To Date New funding announced by NRCan to support Pollution Probe with additional EV charger installs across Canada TORONTO – July 26, 2023 – Pollution Probe’s CHARGED program is on target to help the Government of Canada …

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International Shipping and Climate Change

International Shipping and Climate Change: Agreement Reached at the International Maritime Organization Pollution Probe commends the leadership of the Government of Canada at the United Nation’s International Maritime Organization (IMO) last week in London, UK. The IMO’s Marine Environmental Protection Committee agreed on July 7, 2023 to reach net-zero greenhouse gas emissions from international shipping …

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Pollution Probe Launches Electric Vehicle Charging Experience Surveys as part of Zero Emission Vehicle Awareness Initiative Project

Pollution Probe Launches Electric Vehicle Charging Experience Surveys as part of Zero Emission Vehicle Awareness Initiative Project Annual surveys will raise awareness of EV and charging infrastructure technological capabilities. TORONTO  – June 7, 2023 – Pollution Probe is pleased to announce it has launched its innovative Zero Emission Vehicle Awareness Initiative project. As part of …

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