Net Zero for Water? It’s More Complicated Than That

As net zero emissions become the standard for sustainability-minded corporations worldwide, this carbon mindset is being misapplied to water as we hear more and more about “net zero water.” But the truth is, water is more complicated than that and cannot be distilled down to an accounting exercise due to its unique traits.  In general, […]

The Role of Pump Technology in Achieving Net Zero Goals

As businesses worldwide endeavor to reduce their environmental footprint and transition towards net-zero emissions, the significance of pump systems and water solutions in this endeavor cannot be overstated. These systems play a crucial role in improving processing efficiency, minimizing energy consumption, and aligning with Science-Based Targets initiatives (SBTi) commitments. In industries ranging from manufacturing to […]

Powering a Net-Zero Future for Ontario

Ontario Power Generation and Microsoft collaborate to create a Canada-first strategic partnership to power a net-zero future for Ontario.  In September of 2022, OPG and Microsoft announced a Canada-first strategic partnership aimed at tackling climate change and supporting sustainable growth across Ontario.  Under this partnership, Microsoft will procure clean energy credits (CECs) sourced from OPG’s […]

Water Circularity Put to Practice in a Water-Intensive Industry

The Great Lakes are an invaluable freshwater resource, holding eighty-four percent of North America’s fresh surface water, providing drinking water to more than 40 million people, and acting as the lifeblood that fuels much of the region’s economic activity. Green Bay Packaging (GBP), headquartered along an arm of Lake Michigan in Green Bay, Wisconsin and […]

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