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Previous RWPs

Apr. 25, 2017

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Microgrids: Finding Their Place in the Electricity Supply Infrastructure

This seminar gave an overview of the history of the electricity supply system general, and the research, development, and deployment trajectory of microgrids in particular.

Aug 28, 2017

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Advanced Materials and Nanotechnology for Water Treatment and Reuse: Targeting Emerging Contaminants

This workshop focused on emerging opportunities and sustainable approaches for applying such advanced materials for water treatment and reuse.

Jan 28, 2016

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National Consultation on Nanomaterials

TISED and Pollution Probe seek to support and enhance the CMP as it relates to nanomaterials

Jun 28, 2017

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Quebec’s Resource Recovery Potential: Eliminate organics going into landfills by 2020

Experts shared their resources and opinions on the recovery processes leading to a more circular resource economy, reducing environmental impact and using resources from waste!

 

Nov 20, 2014

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Storage in Sustainable Electric Energy Systems: Technology Push and Policy Pull

The seminar explored how policymakers and regulatory agencies can utilize sustainability assessments for storage to inform future R&D, renewable energy deployments, grid codes, and green incentives.

Sept 9, 2019

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Fugitive Methane Emissions From the oil and gas sector

This seminar was organized by Dr. Mary Kang and Dr. Peter Douglas, as part of a joint TISED-TISPP workshop on methane emissions quantification and mitigation.

Sept 22, 2015

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Antimicrobial Resistance & Sustainability of Water Infrastructures

The seminar united leading researchers to tackle vital questions on sustainable water infrastructure and new technology development.

July 17, 2019

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Nanotechnology in Sustainable Plant Agriculture

The seminar aimed to identify safe pathways from the laboratory to the field and foster dialogue on the safe deployment of nanotechnology in plant agriculture, including public opinion and policy considerations.

Jun 12, 2019

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Sustainable Development of Emerging Nanomaterials for Energy Applications

This seminar examined approaches to guide the development of nanomaterials for clean energy along a sustainable pathway.

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