Production and consumption
Solutions to realign our economic systems with humans and nature
The Challenges
Our planet is being squeezed by a linear economic model that does not allow nature or humans to regenerate.
There is constant pressure to consume goods that have shorter and shorter lifespans – often impossible to repair. Though we are drowning in “trash”, we need more and more resources to keep up with this overconsumption of goods, and industries often resort to aggressive and energy-intensive methods to extract those that have become more rare, further destroying natural environments and living species.
The unprecedented deterioration of our environment is leading to disease and premature death.
It’s high time to clean up our production and consumption habits.
Our vision
A low carbon economy focused on society's well-being.
Our initiatives
Consume differently
Équiterre works to promote responsible consumption habits, with projects focusing on fair trade, buying local, environmentally responsible events and consuming less.
Waste reduction
Reducing at the source reduces pollution. Our initiatives seek to equip citizens and decision makers with solutions to improve our waste management, with a focus on reuse and repair.
Our political advocacy work
We're working to create awareness, provoke reflection and debate, and develop recommendations to guide our governments towards sustainable solutions for a more circular economy.
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Budget fédéral 2025 : recommandations d’Équiterre
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Le gaspillage éhonté des objets neufs doit cesser!
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Recommandations pour le budget provincial 2024-2025
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For a robust and accessible right to repair throughout Quebec
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Équiterre comments on Orientations gouvernementales en aménagement du territoire (OGAT)
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Consigne élargie : les commentaires d’Équiterre sur projet de règlement
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Recommendations for the federal budget 2024
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Circular economy in Montreal: strategies to promote
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Mettre les mesures budgétaires et fiscales au service de l’action environnementale
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Stratégie gouvernementale de développement durable 2023-2028
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Working Towards Repairable Appliances and Electronics in Canada
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41 recommandations d’Équiterre pour confronter la crise des déchets
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Des actions structurantes en réduction à la source pour faire face aux enjeux de la gestion du verre et des matières recyclables au Québec
Our impact
Moving sustainable production and consumption forward for more than 25 years
2023
In November, phase 1 of the extended deposit refund system comes into effect
Équiterre emphasizes that the deposit refund system is a key solution for better waste management.
Extended Producer Responsibility (EPR) to be applied to electric vehicle batteries
2022
The first-ever pan-Canadian study on access to repair is launched!
The first in-depth study of the obstacles and levers to repair in Canada, including a portrait of the situation in Quebec.
2021
A new strategic focus
A new pillar in Équiterre's strategic plan focuses on energy sobriety, reduction at the source and the circular economy.
2018
Long live our appliances!
Équiterre publishes the first ever pan Canadian study on the obsolescence of appliances.
2008-2018
Tools that speak volumes
Équiterre lanches serveral tools and projects to encourage reuse and reduction at the source, such as the Guide to Sustainable Promotional Products.
1996- 2018
Fair trade
Through education campaigns and tools, Équiterre helps to introduce fair trade in Quebec.
Act now!
Be part of the change by engaging in our initiatives.