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Canadian scientists have discovered how to reactivate waste concrete to drastically reduce cement's carbon footprint, tackling an industry responsible for more emissions than aviation. The breakthrough could help Canada meet climate goals while building the infrastructure communities need.
Canadian researchers have discovered how to reactivate old cement from demolished buildings, cutting new cement needs by 40% and preventing millions of tonnes of emissions. The breakthrough transforms construction waste into a climate win hiding in plain sight.
A precision medical device that delivers hydrogen gas safely through breathing just earned Canada's top innovation recognition. The breakthrough could make experimental hydrogen therapy safer and more accessible.
Canadian companies are bringing electricity to millions of Africans who've never had reliable power, using creative solar solutions like rent-to-own rooftop panels and battery swapping. Africa just had a record year with 4.5 gigawatts of new solar installed, a 54% jump from the previous year.
A Canadian AI company just secured the largest tech funding in the country's history to bring safer autonomous vehicles to roads across North America. Their breakthrough technology uses one "shared brain" to power both self-driving trucks and taxis.
A Canadian robotics company has created fingertips that let robot grippers actually feel what they're touching, bringing robots closer to handling everyday objects as smoothly as human hands. The breakthrough could help robots work safely alongside people in factories and warehouses within months.
Canada could trap up to 94 million tons of carbon dioxide each year by transforming forest fire debris, farm waste, and sawmill scraps into climate solutions. New tech is turning yesterday's agricultural husks and wildfire remnants into renewable diesel, soil-enriching biochar, and carbon-capturing energy.