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Canada's Hydro-Québec Eyes Offshore Wind in Atlantic
Planet WinsApr 12

Canada's Hydro-Québec Eyes Offshore Wind in Atlantic

One of the world's largest clean energy producers is exploring offshore wind power off Nova Scotia's coast, signaling a major expansion of renewable energy collaboration across Canadian provinces. The move could strengthen energy security and cut costs for millions while accelerating the region's clean energy goals.

Google News - Wind Energy3 min read
Quebec Solar Tender Gets 60% More Bids Than Expected
InnovationApr 17

Quebec Solar Tender Gets 60% More Bids Than Expected

Hydro-Quebec's call for solar projects attracted 481 MW of proposals when they only expected 300 MW, with Indigenous communities and local municipalities leading nearly half the submissions. Canada's solar boom is just getting started.

PV Magazine2 min read
Québec Launches 3,000 MW Wind Tender With Community Focus
Planet WinsApr 13

Québec Launches 3,000 MW Wind Tender With Community Focus

Hydro-Québec just launched a major wind energy tender that could bring up to 3,000 MW of clean power while putting communities and First Nations at the center of decision-making. The three-round procurement process prioritizes local benefits and social acceptance over speed alone.

Google News - Wind Energy2 min read
Quebec's All-Local Soccer Team Takes the Field This Spring
SportsFeb 8

Quebec's All-Local Soccer Team Takes the Field This Spring

A new Canadian professional soccer club is building its entire roster from players born or raised in Quebec, inspired by Spain's Athletic Bilbao. FC Supra du Quebec kicks off their first season in April, proving local talent can compete at the highest level.

BBC Sport3 min read
Quebec Renewable Energy Summit Draws Record 300 Attendees
Planet WinsMay 22

Quebec Renewable Energy Summit Draws Record 300 Attendees

More than 300 energy leaders packed a Montreal conference room to tackle Quebec's massive clean energy expansion. The province plans to add over 150 TWh of renewable electricity in 25 years.

Google: renewable energy record2 min read
Quebec Wind Farm to Power 44,000 Homes Secures Funding
InnovationApr 4

Quebec Wind Farm to Power 44,000 Homes Secures Funding

A massive wind energy project in Quebec just cleared its biggest hurdle, bringing clean power to thousands of Canadian homes. The 274-megawatt facility will inject $181 million into local communities while creating hundreds of jobs.

Google News - Wind Energy2 min read
Québec Solar Grant Cuts Payback Time from 30 to 12 Years
SolutionsApr 3

Québec Solar Grant Cuts Payback Time from 30 to 12 Years

Homeowners and businesses in Québec can now get up to 40% off solar panel installations, thanks to a new provincial grant that makes clean energy affordable for thousands. What once took three decades to pay off now takes just over a decade.

PV Magazine2 min read
Scientists Clear Beavers in Quebec Flood Cases
Planet WinsFeb 25

Scientists Clear Beavers in Quebec Flood Cases

New research proves beaver dams didn't cause major Quebec floods, overturning court decisions that blamed the animals. The study offers hope for better river management that protects both communities and vital ecosystems.

Phys.org2 min read
Quebec Offers $35K for Zero-Emission Transport Projects
SolutionsFeb 3

Quebec Offers $35K for Zero-Emission Transport Projects

Seven Quebec community groups will each receive $5,000 to launch electric bikes, clean transit, and eco-friendly mobility projects that cut carbon emissions. Applications open now through March 2026 for ready-to-go initiatives across the province.

Google News - Emissions Reduction2 min read
Quebec Pension Fund Earns $4B More Betting on Green Energy
SolutionsJun 1

Quebec Pension Fund Earns $4B More Betting on Green Energy

Quebec's massive pension fund dumped oil investments and went all-in on renewable energy. The result? An extra $4 billion in returns compared to sticking with fossil fuels.

Google: clean energy investment3 min read
450-Million-Year-Old Jellyfish Fossil Found in Quebec
InnovationApr 25

450-Million-Year-Old Jellyfish Fossil Found in Quebec

Scientists discovered a perfectly preserved ancient jellyfish ancestor in Quebec, filling a 450-million-year gap in evolution. The rare find shows how fragile ocean life survived against impossible odds.

Google: fossil discovery2 min read
Canada Breaks Ground on $580M Wind Farm in Quebec
Planet WinsApr 17

Canada Breaks Ground on $580M Wind Farm in Quebec

A new 196-megawatt wind farm just started construction in rural Quebec, bringing clean energy and hundreds of millions in investment to three small communities. The project marks a major milestone in Canada's renewable energy growth.

Google News - Wind Energy2 min read
Quebec Fishermen Land Record 244-Pound Halibut for Science
SportsFeb 12

Quebec Fishermen Land Record 244-Pound Halibut for Science

Six ice fishermen in Quebec battled freezing temperatures and a two-hour struggle to reel in a massive 244-pound Atlantic halibut, breaking the regional record while helping scientists understand these mysterious fish. The catch will provide crucial data about migration patterns in the Saguenay Fjord while feeding the team that made it happen.

Smithsonian2 min read
Hydro Flask Targets 200M Tons of Ocean Plastic by 2026
Acts of KindnessJan 27

Hydro Flask Targets 200M Tons of Ocean Plastic by 2026

Hydro Flask just launched a major partnership with Ocean Conservancy to tackle the 200 million metric tons of plastic choking our oceans. The multi-year initiative will mobilize millions of sports fans and concertgoers to ditch single-use plastics at stadiums and venues worldwide.

Google News - Plastic Reduction3 min read
Australia Backs Two Giant Pumped Hydro Projects Worth $6B
Planet WinsFeb 25

Australia Backs Two Giant Pumped Hydro Projects Worth $6B

New South Wales just fast-tracked two massive pumped hydro projects that will store renewable energy for up to 16 hours, helping Australia move beyond coal power. Together, they'll generate enough electricity to power every home in Perth during peak demand.

PV Magazine3 min read
Quebec Forest Home Blurs Indoor and Outdoor Living
SolutionsApr 30

Quebec Forest Home Blurs Indoor and Outdoor Living

A new Quebec home nestles deep in the woods, using courtyards and glass walls to make the forest feel like part of every room. The design proves modern comfort and nature immersion can live under one roof.

New Atlas2 min read
Quebec Firm Extracts Gold Without Cyanide or Arsenic Waste
Solutions9h ago

Quebec Firm Extracts Gold Without Cyanide or Arsenic Waste

A Quebec company has cracked the code on gold mining's biggest pollution problem with a process that eliminates cyanide and turns toxic arsenic into harmless glass. The breakthrough could transform how mining companies operate while protecting the environment.

Good News Network3 min read
Hydro Flask Joins Ocean Conservancy to Cut Plastic Waste
Planet WinsJan 26

Hydro Flask Joins Ocean Conservancy to Cut Plastic Waste

Hydro Flask is teaming up with Ocean Conservancy for a multi-year partnership aimed at eliminating single-use plastics from stadiums, venues, and coastlines. The collaboration will mobilize athletes, artists, and millions of fans to take action against ocean plastic pollution.

Google News - Plastic Reduction3 min read
Sweden Gets 864 MW Pumped Hydro Storage Boost
Planet WinsJun 2

Sweden Gets 864 MW Pumped Hydro Storage Boost

Finland's Fortum just applied for permits to build two massive energy storage facilities in Sweden that could power the country's clean energy future. The projects would nearly 10x the company's current storage capacity in the region.

Regional: sweden renewable energy (SE)2 min read
Canada Secures Financing for 274 MW Madawaska Wind Farm
SolutionsApr 5

Canada Secures Financing for 274 MW Madawaska Wind Farm

Two energy giants just unlocked funding to build a massive wind farm in Québec that will power 44,000 homes and create over 300 jobs. The project marks a major step toward Canada's goal of adding 10,000 MW of clean wind energy by 2035.

Google News - Wind Energy2 min read

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