--- title: Industrial companies are spearheading the fight against climate change date: 2024-07-18T15:27:00-04:00 author: jessica napert canonical_url: "https://www.bbaconsultants.com/en-ca/publications/industrial-companies-are-spearheading-the-fight-against-climate-change1" section: Publications --- In the past year, the consequences of climate change have been more tangible than ever before. With 2024 shaping up to be as extreme as 2023 in terms of weather events, Québec’s *Comité consultatif sur les changements climatiques* has published its sixth opinion calling for accelerated decarbonization and adaptation to climate change. 1. Jérémie Côté, Director of Hybrid and Industrial Energy, and Dave Olsthoorn, Engineer in Energy and Air Quality at BBA, reflected on various actions that manufacturers can take in each focus area of the report: ## Implementing more structural changes - Invest in energy efficiency. - Switch to renewable energy. - Incorporate clean technologies. - Optimize supply chains. - Foster a culture of innovation. “We need to rethink our decision-making criteria,” says Dave Olsthoorn. “For instance, by establishing facilities near green energy sources or shortening transport distances, we can considerably reduce our GHG emissions, often without jeopardizing our operations.” ## Developing new tools to manage the climate transition - Systematically measure decarbonization projects. “To begin a transition, you need to know where you are and where you want to go,” explains Jérémie Côté. There are numerous [digital technologies that can support companies in this transition](https://www.bbaconsultants.com/en-ca/publications/digital-technology-helps-industrial-companies-rebuild-trust)". ## Raising carbon pricing and stepping up the use of eco-taxes - Rely on a dedicated team to take advantage of available subsidies. - Remember that carbon pricing finances new decarbonization projects! ## Increasing adaptation efforts to make all areas of society and natural ecosystems more resilient - [Listen to Indigenous voices](https://www.bbaconsultants.com/en-ca/publications/valuing-indigenous-knowledge-to-develop-natural-resources-sustainably). - [Preserve biodiversity](https://www.bbaconsultants.com/en-ca/publications/preserving-biodiversity-an-attainable-challenge-for-industry). - Integrate climate change forecasts into project design. ## Integrating equity across the board in climate policies - Social and environmental acceptability. - Ensure positive spin-offs and job opportunities for local communities. - Make the most of local resources. ## Speeding up societal engagement as a whole - Impose transparency and set an example. - Have environmental performance indicators (KPIs). - Implement a compensation policy in line with environmental performance. To read the report \[French only\]: 2. This content is for general information purposes only. All rights reserved ©BBA 1. ![Dave Olsthoorn](https://www.assets.bbaconsultants.com/bba-production-assets/production/images/avatars/_size_avatar/146851/DaveOlsthoorn.webp) Dave Olsthoorn, P.Eng., M.A.Sc. Engineer, Energy and Air Quality [ ](https://www.linkedin.com/in/dave-olsthoorn-ing-m-sc-a-06307298/) 2. ![Jeremie Cote](https://www.assets.bbaconsultants.com/bba-production-assets/production/images/avatars/_size_avatar/206702/Jeremie-Cote.webp) Jérémie Côté, P.Eng. Senior Engineer, Management - Power Market Read bio [ ](https://www.linkedin.com/in/j%C3%A9r%C3%A9mie-c%C3%B4t%C3%A9-b336476a/) **With 10+ years of experience in the energy sector,** Jérémie helps strengthen the energy resilience of client sites and optimizes industrial settings through in-depth operational knowledge. **Key expertise** - Solving energy resilience problems for critical industrial sites - Optimizing energy use and reliability for isolated grids - SME expert in compressed air production, treatment and distribution systems - Member of the OIQ, CIEP **Major achievements**: Led and oversaw major energy transition studies using a strategic approach to help industrial sites implement energy efficiency solutions that integrate thermal and electrical systems. **Approach and added value**: Jérémie combines hands-on expertise and multidisciplinary technical skills to deliver practical, results-driven solutions to complex problems. - [ 27 Jul 2026 Mining and Metals Early tailings decisions shape long-term mine performance - ![Geraldine Cosset](https://www.assets.bbaconsultants.com/bba-production-assets/production/images/avatars/_size_avatar/206707/Geraldine-Cosset.webp) - ![Jared Purdy](https://www.assets.bbaconsultants.com/bba-production-assets/production/images/avatars/_size_avatar/212424/Jared-Purdy.webp) ](https://www.bbaconsultants.com/en-ca/insights/early-tailings-decisions-shape-long-term-mine-performance "Early tailings decisions shape long-term mine performance") - [ 02 Jul 2026 Mining and Metals Python: A key tool for data analysis in mineral processing - ![Charles Blais](https://www.assets.bbaconsultants.com/bba-production-assets/production/images/avatars/_size_avatar/211197/Charles-Blais.webp) - ![Juan Pablo Vergara](https://www.assets.bbaconsultants.com/bba-production-assets/production/images/avatars/_size_avatar/211266/Juan-Pablo-Vergara.webp) ](https://www.bbaconsultants.com/en-ca/insights/python-a-key-tool-for-data-analysis-in-mineral-processing "Python: A key tool for data analysis in mineral processing") - [ 19 Jun 2026 Mining and Metals Speed is earned early in projects - ![Mm employee men jean lheureux retouch web SQ LR BBA](https://www.assets.bbaconsultants.com/bba-production-assets/production/images/avatars/_size_avatar/204266/mm_employee_men_jean-lheureux_retouch_web_SQ_LR_BBA.webp) - ![Mm employee men benoit richard retouch web SQ LR BBA](https://www.assets.bbaconsultants.com/bba-production-assets/production/images/avatars/_size_avatar/203602/mm_employee_men_benoit-richard_retouch_web_SQ_LR_BBA.webp) ](https://www.bbaconsultants.com/en-ca/insights/speed-is-earned-early-in-projects "Speed is earned early in projects") - [ 17 Jun 2026 Industrial data platforms: building a solid foundation to optimize your operations - ![Pierre Boucher](https://www.assets.bbaconsultants.com/bba-production-assets/production/images/avatars/_size_avatar/2671/Pierre-Boucher.webp) Pierre Boucher, P.Eng. Senior Engineer, Operational Technology and Infrastructure ](https://www.bbaconsultants.com/en-ca/insights/industrial-data-platforms-building-a-solid-foundation-to-optimize-your-operations "Industrial data platforms: building a solid foundation to optimize your operations") [ See all ](https://www.bbaconsultants.com/en-ca/insights "Go to Publications listing page") - [ 25 Jun 2024 Valuing Indigenous knowledge to develop natural resources sustainably - ![Pr employee men mario cantin retouch web SQ LR BBA](https://www.assets.bbaconsultants.com/bba-production-assets/production/images/avatars/_size_avatar/204325/pr_employee_men_mario-cantin_retouch_web_SQ_LR_BBA.webp) - ![Mm employee men jean francois bourque retouch web SQ LR BBA](https://www.assets.bbaconsultants.com/bba-production-assets/production/images/avatars/_size_avatar/210026/mm_employee_men_jean-francois-bourque_retouch_web_SQ_LR_BBA.webp) ](https://www.bbaconsultants.com/en-ca/publications/valuing-indigenous-knowledge-to-develop-natural-resources-sustainably "Valuing Indigenous knowledge to develop natural resources sustainably") - [ 27 Apr 2023 Power and Renewables Preserving biodiversity: an attainable challenge for industry - ![Frédéric Gauthier](https://www.assets.bbaconsultants.com/bba-production-assets/production/images/avatars/_size_avatar/152291/FredericGauthier.webp) - ![5129](https://www.assets.bbaconsultants.com/bba-production-assets/production/images/avatars/_size_avatar/212134/Photos_Experts-Leaders-3.webp) ](https://www.bbaconsultants.com/en-ca/publications/preserving-biodiversity-an-attainable-challenge-for-industry "Preserving biodiversity: an attainable challenge for industry") [ See all ](https://www.bbaconsultants.com/en-ca/insights) A sustainable tomorrow that starts today [ Discover our 2022 ESG Report ](https://www.bbaconsultants.com/en-ca/about/social-engagement-2) In the past year, the consequences of climate change have been more tangible than ever before. With 2024 shaping up to be as extreme as 2023 in terms of weather events, Québec’s *Comité consultatif sur les changements climatiques* has published its sixth opinion calling for accelerated decarbonization and adaptation to climate change. 1. Jérémie Côté, Director of Hybrid and Industrial Energy, and Dave Olsthoorn, Engineer in Energy and Air Quality at BBA, reflected on various actions that manufacturers can take in each focus area of the report: ## Implementing more structural changes - Invest in energy efficiency. - Switch to renewable energy. - Incorporate clean technologies. - Optimize supply chains. - Foster a culture of innovation. “We need to rethink our decision-making criteria,” says Dave Olsthoorn. “For instance, by establishing facilities near green energy sources or shortening transport distances, we can considerably reduce our GHG emissions, often without jeopardizing our operations.” ## Developing new tools to manage the climate transition - Systematically measure decarbonization projects. “To begin a transition, you need to know where you are and where you want to go,” explains Jérémie Côté. There are numerous [digital technologies that can support companies in this transition](https://www.bbaconsultants.com/en-ca/publications/digital-technology-helps-industrial-companies-rebuild-trust)". ## Raising carbon pricing and stepping up the use of eco-taxes - Rely on a dedicated team to take advantage of available subsidies. - Remember that carbon pricing finances new decarbonization projects! ## Increasing adaptation efforts to make all areas of society and natural ecosystems more resilient - [Listen to Indigenous voices](https://www.bbaconsultants.com/en-ca/publications/valuing-indigenous-knowledge-to-develop-natural-resources-sustainably). - [Preserve biodiversity](https://www.bbaconsultants.com/en-ca/publications/preserving-biodiversity-an-attainable-challenge-for-industry). - Integrate climate change forecasts into project design. ## Integrating equity across the board in climate policies - Social and environmental acceptability. - Ensure positive spin-offs and job opportunities for local communities. - Make the most of local resources. ## Speeding up societal engagement as a whole - Impose transparency and set an example. - Have environmental performance indicators (KPIs). - Implement a compensation policy in line with environmental performance. To read the report \[French only\]: 2. This content is for general information purposes only. All rights reserved ©BBA