Sustainability
Green Hosting
Every website impacts the environment. dotCanada reduces the impact of your website to less than zero through energy conservation, double carbon offsets, and tree planting.
The Problem
Projected Impact
The internet has a carbon footprint - and it is growing fast.
Data centres currently account for an estimated 2-3% of global carbon emissions - on par with the entire airline industry - and AI-driven demand is accelerating this rapidly.
Global data centre electricity consumption is projected to more than double by 2026, with AI workloads alone adding over 200 TWh per year according to the IEA.
Of all the energy a data centre consumes, 40% goes purely towards keeping servers cool - making energy-efficient facility design critical.
Our Commitment
Reduce the Impact of Your Website
Climate change impacts us all, and together we can make a difference. By choosing green hosting, you are taking a meaningful step toward a sustainable future. dotCanada helps your website be part of the solution - powered by renewable energy and committed to reducing our digital carbon footprint.
Maximum Energy Conservation
We have been committed to reducing our environmental impact since day one.Eco-Friendly Data Centres
All of our servers are located in eco-friendly data centres built with energy efficiency as a core design principle.
Paperless Since Day One
We have offered paperless billing exclusively since dotCanada's founding - eliminating paper waste for over two decades.
Remote-First Since 2012
dotCanada employees have worked from home since 2012 - long before COVID - eliminating commuting emissions and reducing office energy use.
Double Carbon Offsets
For every unit of energy we use, we purchase double the offset credits.Bonneville Environmental Foundation
We purchase green energy tags from BEF, which calculates our full energy footprint - servers, employees, office space, and vehicles.
200% Renewable Energy
For every unit of fossil-fuel energy we consume, we purchase double the renewable energy credits. That makes your website carbon negative.
Canadian & Pacific Northwest Sources
The green tag energy we purchase comes from renewable sources in Alberta, Oregon, Washington, and Wyoming.
Tree Planting Across Canada
Our commitment to the environment goes beyond offsets.Partnered with OneTreePlanted
For every hosting sign-up, dotCanada plants a tree in Canada through our partnership with OneTreePlanted.
Five Canadian Provinces
Trees are planted in Ontario, Nova Scotia, Quebec, British Columbia, and New Brunswick - where they are needed most.
Real Environmental Impact
Trees clean the air, filter water, and absorb carbon dioxide - storing it in their leaves, branches, and trunks while releasing oxygen back into the atmosphere.
Show Your Green Side
Green Tags for Your Website
Add one of our banners to your website and let your customers know you use 200% Green Web Hosting.
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TESTIMONIALS
What Our Customers Say
Thousands of Canadian businesses trust dotCanada to keep their sites online - and the planet a little greener.
Adriana West
HeavenSent.ca“From the time I entered this ticket to the time that dotCanada responded it was just over 12 minutes. In any tech field that response time is very fas…”
Ryan Radford
WGSS“Wow! I have to say I am always more than impressed with your quick service and ability to always help me out as a client. Mike came up with a fantasti…”
Robert Kirkendall
SEA Enterprises LLC“I have worked with many hosting companies. This is my first time working with dotCanada. I have to say I am pleased so far with the service. All issue…”
FAQs
Green Hosting FAQ
Answers to common questions about our environmental commitment.
What does 200% green hosting mean?
It means that for every unit of electricity our infrastructure consumes, we purchase double the equivalent in renewable energy credits. The result is that your website is not just carbon neutral - it is carbon negative.
What are green energy tags?
Green energy tags (also called Renewable Energy Certificates or RECs) represent the generation of electricity from renewable sources like wind and solar. We purchase them through the Bonneville Environmental Foundation (BEF), a respected non-profit organization.
Where does the renewable energy come from?
The green tag energy we purchase comes from renewable sources in Alberta, Oregon, Washington, and Wyoming - a mix of wind, solar, and hydro generation.
How does tree planting work?
For every new hosting account, dotCanada plants one tree in Canada through our partnership with OneTreePlanted. Trees are planted in Ontario, Nova Scotia, Quebec, British Columbia, or New Brunswick depending on where planting is most needed.
Is there any extra cost for green hosting?
No. All dotCanada hosting plans include our green hosting commitment at no additional charge. Energy conservation, double carbon offsets, and tree planting are built into everything we do.
Can I display the green hosting badge on my website?
Yes! All dotCanada hosting customers are welcome to display our green hosting badge on their website. Choose from four banner sizes in the Green Tags section above and copy the embed code.
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