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August 3, 2021 |
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BC introduces Canada’s first provincial hydrogen strategy |
British Columbia has released a hydrogen strategy outlining how the province will reach its climate goals of net-zero emissions by 2050 by using renewable hydrogen, while creating jobs in the clean-tech sector.
The hydrogen strategy is part of the province’s CleanBC plan, and includes 63 actions that must be taken by government, industry and innovators to reach short-, medium- and long-term goals in transitioning to clean energy sources. Immediate initiatives will include “scaling up production of renewable hydrogen, establishing regional hydrogen hubs and deploying medium- and heavy-duty fuel-cell vehicles.”
Renewable hydrogen doesn’t produce carbon emissions when burned or used in a fuel cell, and when injected into the natural-gas grid it can replace fossil fuels for heating. Hydrogen can also be used for producing low-carbon synthetic fuels to reduce emissions in transportation and industry.
Overall, hydrogen has the potential to reduce BC’s emissions by 7.2 megatonnes of CO2 equivalent per year by 2050. Not all hydrogen production is low-carbon, however, so BC will establish carbon-intensity thresholds to support only low-carbon hydrogen pathways.
The province has budgeted $10 million over three years to develop policy on reducing the carbon intensity of fuel while advancing the hydrogen economy. To support that effort, BC Hydro recently launched a discounted electricity rate for renewable hydrogen production, while its subsidiary, Powertech Labs, will build a light-duty hydrogen-fuelling station to produce hydrogen onsite through electrolysis to support a BC Hydro hydrogen fuel-cell pilot. |
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TSSA announces new requirements for agricultural boilers and pressure vessels |
Ontario’s Technical Standards and & Safety Authority (TSSA) has new reporting and inspection requirements for existing agricultural boilers and pressure vessels (BPVs). |
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Wardlaw Heating & Cooling wins Employer of the Year award |
Sault Ste. Marie, ON-based Wardlaw Heating & Cooling Inc. was named Employer of the Year at the Sault Ste. Marie Chamber of Commerce 2020 Outstanding Business Achievement Awards. |
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Navien Canada partners with Nexstar Network, launches financing program |
Vaughan, ON-based Navien Canada is partnering with the Nexstar Network to bring Navien products to Nexstar members. Navien has also launched its NaviLend Canada financing program for Canadian contractors. |
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Uponor expands manufacturing capacity |
Uponor North America has announced it will expand manufacturing capacity at two facilities in Minnesota. |
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Applications open for MCAC’s Richard McKeagan Scholarship Series |
The Mechanical Contractors Association of Canada is now accepting applications for its 2021 Richard McKeagan Scholarship Series. |
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R.W. Beckett purchases Westwood Products |
R.W. Beckett Corporation has acquired Westwood Products Inc., including its Tigerloop fuel de-aerator brand. |
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Carrier to sell Chubb to APi Group |
Carrier Global Corporation has announced it is selling its Chubb Fire & Security Business to APi Group Corporation. |
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Apply now for the Danfoss EnVisioneer Award competition |
Danfoss is accepting entries for its 12th annual EnVisioneer of the Year award competition. |
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IPEX invests in new plastics moulding plant |
IPEX is investing in a new moulding plant the company says will be one of the most advanced plastics manufacturing facilities in the industry. |
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HRAI explores opportunities for HVAC/R contractors in energy retrofits |
A report based on new research from the HRAI says HVAC/R contractors have many opportunities to help clients lower their carbon emissions, if they’re ready to expand their services. |
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Elkay celebrates one millionth bottle filling station |
Elkay Plumbing, a manufacturer of drinking water products, is celebrating the production of its one millionth ezH2O rapid water bottle filling station. School boards across Canada have selected and installed the bottle filling stations, representing over 3,000 individual facilities. |
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Some models of Dettson Hydra boilers recalled |
Health Canada has recalled the Dettson Hydra Revolution Electric Boiler in 24 kW, 27 kW and 29 kW models due to fire hazard. |
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Budderfly signs agreement with Lennox International |
Budderfly is partnering with Lennox International to distribute Lennox’s Model L ultra-high efficiency rooftop HVAC unit in Canada and the U.S. |
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75F announces investments, collaborations with Siemens and Daikin |
75F continues to grow, with a major investment from Siemens AG and an industry collaboration with Daikin Applied Americas. |
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Thermo knows return air installs |
How can our Thermopan help you? An easy, simple, and cost-effective way to build a return air system. We tell everyone, “Anywhere you can pan a joist, you can use our Thermopan.” Grab a box today at your favorite HVAC distributor. |
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HVAC/R Extended Warranties Made in Canada |
Prime Warranty is a national provider of HVAC/R extended service plans across Canada. We offer fully insured coverage for all types of residential, commercial and industrial HVAC and plumbing products such as boilers, heat pumps, furnaces, geothermal systems and more! For more information:
visit primewarranty.ca or call: (855) 595-6302 |
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Providing complete HVAC solutions since 1960 |
As ECCO Supply™ continues to grow, we have never wavered from our original vision. We continue to offer an extensive and diverse selection of quality HVAC and related products, new product training for both employees and customers, and full service and support.
Contact us for all your HVAC requirements. |
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Since 1933 |
Professional installers trust Selkirk’s factory built chimney and venting systems. As the inventor and leading innovator in factory-built systems, Selkirk’s comprehensive portfolio of residential and commercial vent and chimney systems are guaranteed to exceed expectations with ease of installation, quality, safety, and long lasting performance. Visit our newly redesigned website at selkirkcorp.com |
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This contest marks the launch of Jobsite Jargon, a regular MB feature. Match the terminology you hear in the field to the correct definition or function. Send your answers to kerry.turner@mechanicalbusiness.com by September 15, 2021 and enter for your chance to win a Milwaukee M12 Fuel Surge ¼-in. Hex Hydraulic Driver 2 Battery Kit valued at $240. Don’t delay! In the event of a tie the entry received first will win. |
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