We embed environmental, social and governance principles into everything we do. ESG practices are key to EDC’s sustainability as well as the long-term success of Canadian companies.
in business facilitated in the cleantech sector, up 39% from 2022
in climate finance support to developing countries, as part of Canada’s commitment to the UN Framework Convention on Climate Change
of transaction underwent enhanced human rights risk screenings
Canadian cleantech companies recognized for innovation
From offering group bus transportation to reduce individual vehicle use (Bus.com), to developing new wastewater treatments (CarboNet) and solar panels with low embodied carbon (Silfab Solar), innovative Canadian companies are exporting cleantech solutions with our help. We also saluted two companies to watch: one restoring degraded lands (Viridis Terra) and another designing technology for EV charging at home (RVE).
As national lead for the cleantech team, Jeff is responsible for EDC’s partnership efforts to facilitate cleantech exports and help Canada build a sustainable economy. Read his takeaways from Cleantech Export Week