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There are multiple environmental and economic advantages to reclaiming goods that we normally send to the landfill. So why does reuse remain such a tough sell?

When it comes to sustainable development, small and medium-sized businesses innovate in many subtle ways, says Martine Spence.

Canada is in the midst of a historic move to a cleaner, greener economy, says Stewart Elgie.

Doctoral student Yasmine Hajar explores electrochemical processes that may lead to cleaner cars.

From citrus fruit peels to used cooking oils, organic waste is the key ingredient to producing sustainable plastics.

To fulfill the Paris Agreement, the federal government must implement a national climate change policy that respects existing provincial and territorial initiatives, says Nathalie Chalifour.

At the Centre for Catalysis Research and Innovation, researchers are harnessing catalysts to create sustainable manufacturing processes.

Small farmers and indigenous communities have practised sustainable agriculture for centuries. Chidi Oguamanam is working to ensure that traditional knowledge is recognized and shared equitably.

Renewable and non-renewable energy projects alike face opposition across Canada. The key to public acceptance is to truly engage affected communities, say Positive Energy researchers.

Ten years on, Karin Hinzer’s SUNLAB spins off technology and talent in the solar energy sector. Student start-ups like Spectrafy are a model of the entrepreneurial spirit bred in the lab.