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Canada Invests in Green Freight Initiatives to Lower Emissions and Boost Competitiveness

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In a move to promote a low-emissions future and healthier communities, the Canadian government has announced a combined investment of over $200,000 to support three New Brunswick transport companies in reducing their fuel consumption and greenhouse gas (GHG) emissions. The funding, provided through the Green Freight Assessment Program, aims to help businesses save money and increase their competitiveness while lowering their emissions.

Key Takeaways:

  • The Canadian government is investing in initiatives that build a low-emissions future and ensure healthier, sustainable communities for future generations.
  • The Green Freight Assessment Program is investing $3.4 million to help companies make data-driven investment decisions to reduce their emissions and fuel costs.
  • Three New Brunswick transport companies have collectively made energy efficiency retrofits to over 200 vehicles and provided fuel-efficient training for more than 320 drivers.
  • The companies involved are Professional Carriers Inc., Shoreland Transport Inc., and Day & Ross Inc.
  • The projects are expected to help save an estimated 1,200 tonnes of GHG emissions annually.
  • The government continues to support smarter energy initiatives that will create good jobs and advance Canada's green future.

Statistics:

  • The freight sector accounts for 10 percent of Canada's greenhouse gas (GHG) emissions.
  • The funding provided to the three New Brunswick transport companies totals over $200,000.
  • Professional Carriers Inc. received $7,000, Shoreland Transport Inc. received $100,000, and Day & Ross Inc. received $94,000.
  • Over 200 vehicles have been equipped with energy efficiency retrofits.
  • More than 320 drivers have received fuel-efficient training.
  • The projects are expected to save an estimated 1,200 tonnes of GHG emissions annually.
  • The government is investing $3.4 million in the Green Freight Assessment Program.

Sources:

  • Natural Resources Canada (no date)
  • (Source not explicitly citing a date)

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