Author: Clint Curtis

Do Universities Look At Volunteer Hours Canada?

There are a few Universities that accept Volunteer hours as part of their admission process. UBC( University of British Columbia): In UBC, applicants must have a minimum of 100 hours of relevant volunteer or work experience in order to be considered for admission. Most successful applicants exceed this minimum. Do you need volunteer hours to […]

Why Does Calgary Have The Highest Ecological Footprint In Canada?

The largest component of Calgary’s Ecological Footprint is energy use, which includes the carbon component and makes up over 50 per cent of our Footprint. The carbon component, a contributor to climate change, reflects CO2 emissions from fossil fuels used for transportation, electricity, residential heat and hot water. What is the ecological footprint of Calgary? […]

What Is The Current Electrical Code In Canada?

The 2021 Canadian Electrical Code, otherwise known as the CE Code or CSA C22. Is there a Canadian Electrical Code? The following codes in the electrical discipline are currently in force: CSA C22. 1-21 Canadian Electrical Code (25th Edition): Declared in force on February 1, 2022. Is Canadian Electrical Code the same as NEC? The […]

Who Is Responsible For Energy In Canada?

The federal government. The federal government is responsible for the management of energy resources on federal and frontier lands and it regulates the international and interprovincial movement of energy and energy goods. 1 It is also involved in energy matters to the extent of its interest in economic development and energy security. Who is in […]

How Do You Dispose Of Electronics In Canada?

You can bring e-waste to a variety of municipal, not-for-profit, retail and other depots or special collection events. Your e-waste will be reused or recycled in an environmentally responsible way. How do you properly dispose of your old electronic devices? Make sure you find a local facility that accepts e-waste and has the right equipment […]

How Many Waste To Energy Plants Are In Canada?

six WTE. There are approximately six WTE facilities in Canada and about 1,000 in the United States (none built since 1995). Where are waste to energy plants located? industrial areasDue to this reason, most waste-to-energy plants are located in industrial areas. Landfill gas, which contains about 50% methane, and 50% carbon dioxide, is contaminated with […]

What Is Canada’S Role In The Paris Agreement?

Canada plays an active and constructive role in the UNFCCC negotiations and was a strong voice in the negotiations towards the establishment of the Paris Agreement. Canada’s current NDC adopts a target to reduce its economy-wide greenhouse gas emissions by 40-45% below 2005 levels by 2030. When did Canada join the Paris Agreement? Since signing […]

What Is The Eco Fee In Canada?

Eco-fees are used to fund recycling programs for the electronic products you purchase. The fee, which varies by province, is used to cover the cost for the recycling depot operation, shipping, storage, breakdown and recycling of the item. How much is the eco fee in Ontario? There is no set environmental fee for any product. […]