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Cleantech Adoption
Adopting proven cleantech solutions can help organizations improve operations, reduce environmental impact, and strengthen long-term competitiveness. As industries respond to a global shift toward decarbonization and resource efficiency, cleantech adoption has become an economic imperative.
Browse the latest articles, announcements, research, and perspectives on clean technology adoption, from evaluating solutions and building the business case to implementing technologies in real-world settings.
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March 4, 2026 Article NULIFE & Foresight Venture Studio: Scaling Through Embedded Leadership NULIFE GreenTech used our Venture Studio to bridge a marketing leadership gap. By embedding an interim CMO, they secured C-suite strategy at a fraction of the cost—resulting in a sharpened brand and a website that truly resonates with key partners. View Article -
February 12, 2026 Article Rethinking Waste: Canada's $6.1T Circular Economy Potential Circularity and waste reduction are reshaping Canada, with 97% of industry leaders embracing circular economy principles—a shift that could cut 1.6M tonnes of carbon and unlock a $56B market. View Article -
December 17, 2025 Article The Dual-Use Advantage: Adapting Canadian Cleantech for National Defence Canada has a key advantage as defence spending ramps up: its extensive innovation ecosystem. Foresight is actively scaling these dual-purpose technologies to support both sustainability and military resilience. View Article -
November 27, 2025 Article Oxygen8: Maximizing Business Productivity Through Sustainability Companies like 2025 Foresight 50 honouree Oxygen8 are proving it is possible to bridge the gap between productivity and sustainability, demonstrating that the benefits of cleantech adoption go beyond reducing GHGs. View Article -
October 20, 2025 Article Outsourcing R&D Challenges Part 1: Navigating the Innovation Paradox In-house R&D can be a huge benefit for companies looking to gain a competitive advantage, but in recent years this model has shifted. How can this affect companies looking to scale? View Article -
June 19, 2025 Article Celebrating Indigenous Leadership in Cleantech Adoption Indigenous communities are leading clean energy, climate resilience, and innovation in Canada. On National Indigenous Peoples Day, we honour their vital leadership and lasting impact. View Article -
April 24, 2025 Article Canada Must Act Now to Seize the Clean Productivity Opportunity Canada’s lagging productivity isn’t an economic issue— it’s a policy issue. We're diving into the recommendations outlined in our open letter to Canada's policymakers, including implementing a national innovation procurement strategy and enacting incentives for the adoption of Canadian technology. View Article -
February 10, 2025 Article Future Proofing Canada: Collaboration Starts Here and Now New US tariffs and economic shifts are challenging Canada’s cleantech sector. Explore key takeaways from our Future Proofing Canada webinar series and learn more about strategies for resilience. View Article -
December 18, 2024 Article Naughty or Nice? A Year in Review for Canadian Cleantech Canada’s cleantech sector saw new investments, government initiatives, and technological advancements in 2024. News headlines point to the nation's opportunity to lead in key sectors. Where did we go right this year and what how can make the nice list in 2025? View Article -
November 6, 2024 Article Key Takeaways from Future Economy Summit Part 3 As Canada accelerates its journey toward a net-zero future, insightful discussions from thought leaders across policy, industry, climate, and innovation sectors remain crucial to shaping the path forward. Last month, Foresight had the privilege of partnering with Invest Ottawa to host the Future Economy Summit Part 3, an event dedicated to tackling the most pressing challenges in Canada's cleantech landscape. View Article -
November 5, 2024 Article Federal Budget Expands Incentives for Clean Energy Transition—Is It Enough? While innovation is crucial for addressing climate change, large-scale cleantech adoption remains a challenge for Canada. Fasken tax lawyer Alex Pankratz shares insights on federal clean energy tax credits, their potential impact, and how businesses can capitalize on these incentives. View Article -
September 18, 2024 Article Navigating Government Procurement: Tips for Cleantech Innovators Government procurement can be a great opportunity for innovators looking to deploy their solutions on a larger scale. But, navigating it can be complex. We spoke with Fasken to discuss some of the challenges around landing government deals and how to overcome them. View Article