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Bouthillette Parizeau et Associés (BPA) will provide mechanical, electrical, and structural services for the deep-energy retrofit of around 80 buildings at Concordia University's campuses in Montreal. The initiative, part of the university’s PLAN/NET ZERØ, starts with upgrading the Guy-De Maisonneuve Building to improve lighting and HVAC systems. The goal is to reduce energy consumption by up to 50% and achieve various sustainability certifications. Johnson Controls will manage the project over a two-year design and construction period followed by a 10-year operation and maintenance phase.

The 1100 Atwater building in Westmount has received BCZ-Performance certification after previously earning LEED v4 Gold certification. Between 2018 and 2019, the building was redeveloped to enhance its energy efficiency and accessibility. The project upgraded the envelope and energy-efficient systems of this seven-story building.

Minister Christine Fréchette expressed her resignation over the failure of Recyclage Carbone Varennes (RCV), a clean energy initiative in Varennes. The project did not meet the expected outcomes, both economically and technically. The downfall of RCV raises questions about the project's ability to fulfill its environmental promises.

In Mauricie, the TES Canada wind farm project is encountering growing opposition, turning the debate into an electoral issue. Citizens are looking to replace existing officials to halt the project's progress.

Saint-Gobain Canada has inaugurated North America's first zero-carbon gypsum board plant in Sainte-Catherine. Recently upgraded, this CertainTeed Gypsum plant is now the largest carbon-neutral factory in the world. The project has achieved a 30% reduction in energy consumption and CO₂ emissions.

The Ministry of Transport and Sustainable Mobility has announced the closure of the northbound Highway 25 between exit 5 and the entrance from Boulevard Yves-Prévost during the night of October 3 to 4. This closure is needed to reconfigure the Sherbrooke Street East entrance and northbound lanes of Highway 25. Other nighttime closures are planned in the surrounding streets and access routes throughout the week. Travelers are advised to check conditions prior to travel.

The Île-aux-Tourtes Bridge will be closed to traffic over the weekend of October 3, 2025, for maintenance and reconstruction work. The complete closure affects Highway 40 in both directions, between specific exits. Users are encouraged to use public transport and detour routes, while tolls on Highway 30 will be suspended to provide an alternative. The closure may be postponed due to adverse weather conditions.

The Réseau express métropolitain (REM) operator confirms that the Deux-Montagnes branch will be operational by November 2025, after successful dynamic testing. The network, once expanded, will reach 50 km including 19 stations. Two-stage commissioning allows for better service reliability and readiness for future expansions. The schedules ensure frequent service, comparable to existing segments, with additional bus services post-peak hours.

The Quebec government is investing $16 million to support the expansion of Hitachi Energy Canada's high-power transformer manufacturing plant in Varennes. This project aims to triple annual production and create over 500 jobs by 2034. The assistance also includes a 15-megawatt allocation by Hydro-Québec to meet the company's energy needs.

Quebec's Public Safety Minister Ian Lafrenière, alongside other officials, has initiated operations to enhance road safety. This involves coordination between various police services to monitor strategic routes. Increased road inspections will enforce transport laws and help reduce accidents. The initiative addresses an uptick in road incidents involving trucks in multiple areas.

Environmental activists have resumed their efforts to oppose the port of Montreal's expansion project in Contrecœur. The project has become controversial due to potential environmental impacts. This development continues to garner public attention and protest.

A new electrical substation will be built as part of the blue line metro extension project. The planned cost for this project is 50.4 million dollars. The aim is to support the new expansions of the public transit network.