insights Why is clean transportation essential to Canada's continued growth?
Despite the nation's commitment to sustainability, the cold winters and hot summers are just two factors pushing up Canada's energy demands. Additionally, the vast distances that need to be covered make driving one of Canada's largest sources of carbon dioxide output. Vehicles are responsible for 27% of the country’s greenhouse gases. Of course, some of these vehicles are commuters and leisure drivers, but the biggest contributors are the long-haul trucks transporting goods across the country.
In order to meet its lofty climate goals, which are to produce 40 – 45% lower emissions than those recorded in 2005, Canada has a lot of work to do. Clean transportation will be essential to achieving these goals.
And it’s about more than just protecting the planet - greener practices are also important for the economy. Read ahead to learn more about why transport planners are focusing on clean transportation.
Clean growth - why clean transportation is the answer to building more sustainably
More than a quarter of Canada’s emissions come from transportation. Now that more than 73% of Canada’s 38 million population live in urban areas and cities, investing in shared transportation options and effective, reliable public transit has never been more crucial.
To continue the growth of its economy, Canada must keep moving goods and people across its vast landmass. There is simply no way that the country can meet its climate goals and encourage growth without focusing on clean transportation.
Governments across the country are now investing in infrastructure to make this happen, and businesses are following suit. Better highway projects, zero-emissions vehicles, and supportive policies will all speed up the transition to more sustainable transportation.
Cleantech and other innovations that are fuelling clean growth
Canada boasts a booming cleantech market that is set to get even bigger and better. Cleantech includes all kinds of products, processes, and innovations that negate the environmental impact. For more than twenty years, Canada’s cleantech industry has been growing at the same rate as the country’s gross domestic product (GDP). However, in 2019, it grew at twice the rate of the national economy.
Renewable energy is just one of the cleantech innovations fuelling clean growth in Canada and beyond. Reducing reliance on fossil fuels is a main priority around the world and is especially pressing in such a large country. There has been a rapid increase in solar, wind, geothermal, and wave energy R&D and implementation. This, of course, has also led to a massive uptick in electric vehicle sales, which surged more than 50% in the first quarter of 2022.
Finally, project managers and transport planners at AtkinsRéalis are working on circular built environments, which reduce the need for natural materials and prevent ‘urban sprawl.’ They are also streamlining their real estate holdings, thus reducing their carbon footprint and focusing on low-carbon construction.
Why clean construction is so important at AtkinsRéalis
At AtkinsRéalis , we’re proud to say we’re a global leader in clean transportation and a major employer of roadway engineers, bridge engineers, and traffic engineers. The AtkinsRéalis Group, which includes Atkins, Faithful+Gould, and Acuity, provides engineering, procurement, and construction services worldwide.
With our Engineering Net Zero strategy, colleagues at AtkinsRéalis are helping to build a better world – one that needs more transportation engineers like you. AtkinsRéalis is committed to diversity and inclusion in hiring and promotion, ensuring many opportunities for women, ethnic minorities, First Nations people, and LGBTQ colleagues.
If you’re ready to make a difference, browse transportation jobs with AtkinsRéalis , or sign up to the talent community today.
Interested? Find out more about life at AtkinsRéalis
Sign up to receive the latest content tailored to your interests
Our articles
Preview
EuropeContent type
BlogsPublish date
10/25/2024
Summary
I'm Mei, a chartered engineer with extensive experience in water and wastewater engineering projects in the UK and internationally. I’m the Water Sector Lead and Project Director in AtkinsRéal
by
Shailaja Mantha
Preview
GeneralContent type
BlogsPublish date
10/11/2024
Summary
Hello. I'm Karen, a Senior Programme Manager in Project & Programme Services at AtkinsRéalis in the UK. Born to Ghanaian parents and raised in North London, my journey has been one of resilience
Preview
CanadaContent type
BlogsPublish date
10/10/2024
Summary
From engineering internships to leadership roles: My journey at AtkinsRéalis Discovering leadership through my civil engineering internships Allô, my name is Karolane. I work at AtkinsRéalis
Preview
EuropeContent type
BlogsPublish date
10/08/2024
Summary
At AtkinsRéalis, we believe that sustainability is more than just a goal - it shapes everything we do. For over a decade, our team members, like the one you'll meet today, have b
Preview
Middle EastContent type
BlogsPublish date
10/02/2024
Summary
In the rapidly evolving world of energy, having the right foundation in nuclear and net zero energy is crucial. AtkinsRéalis stands at the forefront of this sector, offering abundant opportuniti
Preview
Middle EastContent type
BlogsPublish date
10/01/2024
Summary
We interviewed Turki Ghesheyan on his experience with the AtkinsRéalis Saudi Graduate Program. Tell us a little bit about yourself My name is Turki, I am an Architectural Engineer who graduated from
Preview
Middle EastContent type
BlogsPublish date
09/30/2024
Summary
At AtkinsRéalis, we have a team of local, regional, and international experts in the UAE who are dedicated to delivering innovative solutions in the market to meet the needs of our clients. The UAE i
Preview
EuropeContent type
BlogsPublish date
09/30/2024
Summary
Hello, my name is Sherif, and I work at AtkinsRéalis in London. As a principal fire engineer, I'm proud to "engineer a better future" every day here, specifically as our work relates to shaping
Preview
EuropeContent type
ProjectsPublish date
09/30/2024
Summary
Hinkley Point C (HPC) is the first nuclear power station to be built in the UK since the 1990s. Technically complex and the country’s largest infrastructure project – our talented people from
Preview
GeneralContent type
BlogsPublish date
09/30/2024
Summary
Hi! I'm Alina, an associate director specialized in transport infrastructure engineering. I lead the North-West Estimating team in Project & Programme Services here in Manchester. Over the past
Preview
Middle EastContent type
BlogsPublish date
09/27/2024
Summary
Across the evolving landscape of the Middle East, Architects play a large part in designing and planning complex building structures that are in line with groundbreaking innovation. The constructio
Preview
Middle EastContent type
BlogsPublish date
09/24/2024
Summary
In the fast-paced world of consultancy, architecture, and project management, the need for forward-thinking leadership and innovative strategies has never been more critical. At AtkinsRéalis, we
Related jobs
Salary
Location
Dubai
Job Type
Full Time
Career Area
Engineering (Other)
Category
Permanent
Location
Dubai
Description
AtkinsRéalis is currently looking for Resident Engineer (Site Operations).About AtkinsRéalis Created by the integration of long-standing organizations dating back to 1911, AtkinsRéalis is a world-cla
Reference
R-122345
Expiry Date
01/01/0001
Salary
Location
Dubai
Job Type
Full Time
Career Area
Electrical engineering
Category
Permanent
Location
Dubai
Description
AtkinsRéalis is looking for Electrical InspectorAbout AtkinsRéalis Created by the integration of long-standing organizations dating back to 1911, AtkinsRéalis is a world-class engineering services an
Reference
R-122361
Expiry Date
01/01/0001
Salary
Location
Dubai
Job Type
Full Time
Career Area
Engineering (Other)
Category
Permanent
Location
Dubai
Description
AtkinsRéalis is looking for Junior ICT EngineerAbout AtkinsRéalis Created by the integration of long-standing organizations dating back to 1911, AtkinsRéalis is a world-class engineering services and
Reference
R-122358
Expiry Date
01/01/0001
Salary
Location
Dubai
Job Type
Full Time
Career Area
Structural engineering
Category
Permanent
Location
Dubai
Description
AtkinsRéalis is looking for Structural Engineer (Site Operations)About AtkinsRéalis Created by the integration of long-standing organizations dating back to 1911, AtkinsRéalis is a world-class engine
Reference
R-122343
Expiry Date
01/01/0001
Salary
Location
Jeddah
Job Type
Full Time
Career Area
Electrical engineering
Category
Permanent
Location
Jeddah
Description
AtkinsRéalis is looking for an Electrical Engineer.About AtkinsRéalisCreated by the integration of long-standing organizations dating back to 1911, AtkinsRéalis is a world-class engineering services a
Reference
R-121930
Expiry Date
01/01/0001
Salary
Location
Dubai
Job Type
Full Time
Career Area
Human resources
Category
Permanent
Location
Dubai
Description
We are seeking a highly experienced Data Accuracy Specialist to join our team. This role will focus exclusively on ensuring the accuracy and integrity of employee data across multiple systems, includi
Reference
R-122128
Expiry Date
01/01/0001
Salary
Location
Dubai
Job Type
Full Time
Career Area
Construction
Category
Permanent
Location
Dubai
Description
AtkinsRéalis are currently looking for a degree qualified Construction Director with over 20 years experience. This person must be forward thinking and experienced in running large, multi-disciplined
Reference
R-122087
Expiry Date
01/01/0001
Salary
Location
Dubai
Job Type
Full Time
Career Area
Engineering (Other)
Category
Permanent
Location
Dubai
Courtice
Description
Project Director – Rail Sector Join us in engineering a better future for our planet and its people.AtkinsRéalis is a world-leading design, engineering, and project management organization. We connect
Reference
R-122086
Expiry Date
01/01/0001
Salary
Location
Jeddah
Job Type
Full Time
Career Area
Corporate communications
Category
Permanent
Location
Jeddah
Description
AtkinsRéalis Created by the integration of long-standing organizations dating back to 1911, AtkinsRéalis is a world-class engineering services and nuclear company dedicated to engineering a better fut
Reference
R-121999
Expiry Date
01/01/0001
Salary
Location
Riyadh
Job Type
Full Time
Career Area
Civil engineering
Category
Permanent
Location
Riyadh
Description
**AtkinsRéalis is looking for a Civil/Structural Engineer (Design Review)** **About AtkinsRéalis** Created by the integration of long-standing organizations dating back to 1911, AtkinsRéalis is a wo
Reference
R-121998
Expiry Date
01/01/0001
Equality, diversity and inclusion
We’re devoted to growing the diversity of our people, promoting an inclusive culture, providing everyone with an equal voice because simply put, it’s the right thing to do. Click to learn more.
Find out more