About this Site

This site is intended to provide information on the benefits of eco-efficiency for Canadian businesses. It also provides information on Industry Canada's efforts to promote productivity through eco-efficiency, and contains general information on business and the environment.

Follow the link to case studies for information on implementation of eco-efficient technologies and practices, and other insights provided by leading practitioners of eco-efficiency.

Consult the Tools for Business section to find self-assessment and other tools to help you start your own eco-efficiency initiative.

Our Resources page is a gateway to in-depth information on subject areas related to eco-efficiency such as Environmental Management Systems (EMS), Design for Environment (DfE), cleaner production, lean manufacturing as well as information on technology and financing assistance.

Three Steps to Eco-efficiency

Get the eco-efficiency answers you need. This tool helps you develop an eco-efficiency program that is custom tailored to your needs.