Newfoundland Power Releases First Sustainability Report

Newfoundland Power Releases First Sustainability Report

June 19 2023, Newfoundland Power released its first Sustainability Report today, which reports on the Company’s operations and guiding sustainability pillars for 2022. The report includes the Company’s new target to reduce its controlled greenhouse gas (GHG) emissions by 55% by 2035, as compared to 2019 levels, and key performance indicators. “We are committed to…

Electrical Cable Supply Silver Sponsor for Tools in the Trades Boot Camp

Electrical Cable Supply Silver Sponsor for Tools in the Trades Boot Camp

June 19, 2023 Electrical Cable Supply Ltd. (ECS) recently partnered with Tools in the Trades Boot Camp to donate electrical building wire for their events across the province. Last week, ECS had the opportunity to attend the Electrical and Transportation Technology Event in Ottawa, which received a visit from Member of Parliament Charles Sousa and…

CanREA names Evan Wilson Vice-President of Policy—Western Canada and National Affairs 

CanREA names Evan Wilson Vice-President of Policy—Western Canada and National Affairs 

June 19, 2023 As part of CanREA’s executive team, Wilson will lead on policy files with the Federal government and governments in Western Canada.   CanREA is delighted to announce that Evan Wilson has been promoted to Vice President of Policy—Western Canada and National Affairs, effective June 12, 2023. In this new role, Wilson will…

TE Connectivity Sets Stronger Greenhouse Gas Reduction Goals

TE Connectivity Sets Stronger Greenhouse Gas Reduction Goals

June 19, 2023 New initiatives are detailed in annual Connecting Our World corporate responsibility report After making substantial progress toward its 2030 sustainability goals, TE Connectivity has strengthened its commitment to reduce the company’s environmental impact. As detailed today in TE’s annual corporate responsibility report, Connecting our World, the company has raised its goal to reduce…

ECABC Supports BC’s Commitment to Build New Clean Energy Projects in 2023

ECABC Supports BC’s Commitment to Build New Clean Energy Projects in 2023

June 19, 2023 The Electrical Contractors Association of British Columbia commends the provincial government and BC Hydro for taking action to ensure the province has the renewable electricity required to meet our future needs by announcing plans for a call for power in spring 2024, and providing $140 million in funding to the BC Indigenous Clean…

CDm2 Lightworks and Landscape Forms Announce New Partnership to Redefine Outdoor Illumination Experiences

CDm2 Lightworks and Landscape Forms Announce New Partnership to Redefine Outdoor Illumination Experiences

June 19, 2023 CDm2 Lightworks is proud to partner with Landscape Forms. This collaboration aims to deliver innovative and captivating outdoor lighting solutions, combining Landscape Forms’ expertise in outdoor environments with CDm2 Lightworks’ project management expertise and customer experience. Together, they are set to redefine the possibilities of outdoor illumination, creating exceptional experiences in outdoor…

Atrius® Launches Atrius DataLab, the Next Evolution in Building Automation 

Atrius® Launches Atrius DataLab, the Next Evolution in Building Automation 

June 19, 2023 Based on digital twin technology and open standards, Atrius DataLab provides integrated deep intelligence, real-time clarity, and automation into building operations   Atrius launched DataLab, its most comprehensive building automation platform product to date, to transform and unify operations across a built space. The platform enables applications to quickly automate and centralize control of…

The Business Case for Apprenticeship Training in Alberta (ROTI) 2023

The Business Case for Apprenticeship Training in Alberta (ROTI) 2023

In 2022, CAF-FCA surveyed 159 employers in Alberta about the costs and benefits of apprenticeship training. For every dollar invested in an apprentice, employers received, on average, a $1.41 in return. Alberta employers agreed there are significant additional benefits to training apprentices. Benefits include: ·Better fit with the organization (91%)·Better retention of employees (81%)·Development of in-house mentors (79%)·Effective…

Green Offer: Sonepar Partners with Nexans

Green Offer: Sonepar Partners with Nexans

June 19, 2023 Sonepar and Nexans partner to champion the innovation of sustainable solutions on the market. Sonepar’s Green Offer enables Sonepar customers to make sustainable choices to master their carbon footprint, thanks to the company’s sustainability rating. “Close collaboration with our suppliers is key, as they provide us with verified environmental data about their products, thanks…

New Chair Selected for ISO Flagship Committee on Environmental Management (ISO/ TC 207)

New Chair Selected for ISO Flagship Committee on Environmental Management (ISO/ TC 207)

June 13, 2023 The Standards Council of Canada (SCC) is pleased to announce that Zakiah Kassam is the new Chairperson of the ISO technical committee on Environmental management (ISO/TC 207)(link is external).  Zakiah Kassam is President of AirVironment Canada, and a Senior Associate of the Boxfish Infrastructure Group. She also serves on SCC’s Governing Council. Zakiah…

Acquisition of Eve Systems Strengthens ABB’s Smart Home Technology Portfolio in 2023

Acquisition of Eve Systems Strengthens ABB’s Smart Home Technology Portfolio in 2023

June 13, 2023 ABB announced the acquisition of Eve Systems GmbH, a Munich-based leader of smart home products with operations in Europe and the United States. The transaction will make ABB a leader in smart home products based on Matter and Thread, the new interoperating standard and wireless connectivity technology. The combined offer will accelerate…

Aliaxis Production Facilities in Quebec to be Powered by 100% Renewable Electricity Thanks to Hydro-Québec’s New Pilot Project

Aliaxis Production Facilities in Quebec to be Powered by 100% Renewable Electricity Thanks to Hydro-Québec’s New Pilot Project

June 13, 2023 Aliaxis recently announced its registration in Hydro-Québec’s Renewable Energy Certificates (RECs) Pilot Project with the intention of obtaining ECOLOGO® RECs in order to cover 100% renewable electricity consumption for all its sites located in Quebec for the year 2023. This is an important step in Aliaxis sustainability commitment to use 100% renewable…

CEMBRE Joins ETIM North America

CEMBRE Joins ETIM North America

June 13, 2023 ETIM North America announced that CEMBRE, a leading manufacturer of electrical compression connectors, terminals, identification and labeling systems, and cable glands, has joined the North American chapter of the global product classification standards organization. Desiree Grace, President of CEMBRE Americas, commented, “As a global manufacturer, CEMBRE understands the value of a common, global,…

Gescan Partners with WAGO to Expand its Industrial Product Line

Gescan Partners with WAGO to Expand its Industrial Product Line

June 13, 2023 Gescan is excited to announce a new partnership with WAGO, a global leader in connection technology. This partnership will allow Gescan to expand its industrial product line and offer a wider range of innovative solutions to its customers.  “Gescan continues to align with leading global industrial manufacturers with the partnership agreement with…