Jul 29, 2024

The Gordie Howe Bridge project is an example of sustainable infrastructure – one that is socially, environmentally and economically responsible.  

July 28 marked World Nature Conservation Day. In recognition of the day, we celebrate work the project team has undertaken to contribute to a cleaner environment and protect communities on both sides of the border from the impacts of climate change. 

Environmental, Social and Governance (ESG) Plan  

WDBA’s Environmental, Social and Governance (ESG) Plan allows the organization to actively support the creation of a thriving and sustainable future for employees, bridge users and the communities where we operate throughout the project’s life cycle. 

WDBA has made significant strides in its environmental work in 2024. 

To stay up to date with WDBA’s ESG work, visit the quarterly ESG reports page. 

Environmental management plans 

WDBA and our private-sector partner, Bridging North America, follow detailed environmental management plans for the design, construction and operation phases of the Gordie Howe International Bridge project.  

WDBA, BNA and the Michigan Department of Transportation (MDOT) developed an award-winning, cross-border ISO 140001:2015 certified Environmental Management System that integrates the project’s safety, security, quality and sustainability systems.  

Read more about the environmental aspect of the Gordie Howe International Bridge project. 

Protecting wildlife 

The Gordie Howe International Bridge project team has multiple initiatives in place to protect wildlife, including species at risk. Learn more: 

 
 
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2024 – A year of momentum for the Gordie Howe International Bridge project

2024 was monumental for the Gordie Howe International Bridge project with achievements that were both on public display and behind-the-scenes. In honour of the jersey number our namesake, Gordie Howe, famously wore throughout his hockey career, here are the project’s top nine highlights that defined 2024.

Post-secondary co-op students complete fall 2024 term

Excitement is building as the Gordie Howe International Bridge project draws closer to construction completion and opening day in 2025. This fall, a new cohort of co-op students had the opportunity to be part of history in the making on this once-in-generation infrastructure project. 

Gordie Howe International Bridge Team Brings Home Award for Social Responsibility

The architecturally epic Gordie Howe International Bridge project has been recognized for making an impact that echoes well beyond its physical footprint. The project team recently brought home the International Bridge, Tunnel and Turnpike’s Association’s (IBTTA) Social Responsibility Award, acknowledging the project for its social responsibility efforts, including its community benefits plan, active transportation investments and environmental management planning.