These days, the economic context is demanding, and businesses must focus their efforts on their core priorities. Climate change therefore does not always rank at the top of the list. IMPACT brings this reflection back to the center of the conversation, with a practical and no‑taboo approach. Because, at its core, the real question for SMEs is quite simple: what do they stand to gain by undertaking their transition?
IMPACT is a project born from a shared realization among Québec’s industrial clusters. Faced with the climate emergency, new international regulations, and pressure from markets and investors, decarbonizing industries is no longer optional—it is a strategic necessity for the competitiveness, resilience, and attractiveness of our businesses. Yet, while 82% of Québec companies believe it is urgent to act, nearly half have not yet begun any process (Québec Net Positif, 2024).