April 24, 2024 Rick Smith, President of the Canadian Climate Institute, made the following statement in response to the release of the 2024 federal budget: “The commitments outlined in Budget 2024 will continue to advance climate progress in ways that drive growth and economic competitiveness while keeping energy affordable. In particular, this budget confirms the federal…
April 23, 2024 The Government of Ontario and City of Toronto are working together to plan for the city’s growing electricity needs, driven by the work both governments are doing to build new homes, transit and attract new investments. “Building new electricity infrastructure, especially in a busy and growing city like Toronto, can take more…
April 23, 2024 To help drive innovation, the Alberta government is investing $57 million to develop 28 new hydrogen technologies that will reduce emissions and power the economy. By bringing more hydrogen technologies online, Alberta is accelerating technologies that could one day be used in industries and communities around the world while getting the province…
April 23, 2024 In celebration of Earth Day, ENWIN Utilities Ltd. (ENWIN) is proud to announce the installation of its new rooftop solar net metering facility at its head office on Rhodes Drive. One of the largest of its kind in Canada, this investment in renewable energy is a testament to ENWIN’s commitment to sustainability…
April 23, 2024 Rodan Energy Solutions announced that its Rodan Energy Solutions UPS + BESS for Industrial/Manufacturing Facilities received Top Product of the Year 2024 in the Business and Infrastructure from the annual Environment + Energy Leader Awards program. The project stands out for setting a benchmark for innovation and sustainability in its category. Rodan’s UPS…
April 23, 2024 Hydro One Networks Inc. (Hydro One) and Chapleau Public Utilities Corporation (Chapleau Hydro) announced today that the Ontario Energy Board (OEB) has approved their application for Hydro One to become the electricity service provider in the Township of Chapleau. This partnership will help deliver long-term value through exceptional customer service, greater efficiencies…
April 9, 2024 the British Columbia Utilities Commission (BCUC) accepted FortisBC Energy Inc.’s (FortisBC) 2022 Long-Term Gas Resource Plan (LTGRP), that outlines out FortisBC’s plans to serve its customers energy needs and transition to a low-carbon energy future over the next 20 years. In its application, FortisBC indicated that its plan had been shaped by…
April 9, 2024 The Government of Alberta is investing $33.7 million in 13 projects through Emissions Reduction Alberta’s (ERA) Reshaping Energy Systems funding competition. These projects, valued at approximately $88 million in public and private investment, focus on technologies that will reduce emissions and contribute to a more flexible and sustainable energy grid in Alberta. Projects are…
April 9, 2024 The Cleantech Research and Innovation Fund will provide up to $500,000 to PEI businesses, educational institutions, or Indigenous communities for research and development that contributes to the cleantech industry in Prince Edward Island. “When developing any new technology, we know that financing struggles can often stifle the progress towards innovation. Providing funding…
April 9, 2024 The Government of Canada and the Government of Newfoundland and Labrador, alongside Indigenous groups and industry partners, are working together to build a low-carbon economy that drives clean growth and creates good, sustainable jobs across the province. The Canada-Newfoundland and Labrador Regional Energy and Resource Table (NL Regional Table) is one of…
April 9, 2024 FLO and General Motors are making the fast-charging experience easier for GM’s EV drivers across Canada with the activation of Plug and Charge capability at all DC fast chargers on the FLO network across the country. All GM EV drivers are provided with access to GM’s Plug and Charge, which is enabled by FLO’s…
April 9, 2024 The Régie de l’énergie and the Ministry of Economy, Innovation and Energy (MEIE), via InnovÉÉ, are granting $1.2 million to two collaborative research projects aimed at improving the reliability of transportation electricity in Quebec as part of the FiabilitÉÉ program. Projects supported: These university-industry collaborations drive innovation for smarter, more sustainable networks….
BC Hydro issues a call for power to ensure that people and businesses will have the clean, affordable electricity needed to power B.C.’s growing economy and create jobs throughout the province.
MArch 27, 2024 The Ontario Energy Board has issued the final Notice of Amendments to the Distribution System Code (DSC) to enable flexible hosting capacity arrangements. These amendments will allow electricity distributors to use innovative technologies to connect more Distributed Energy Resources (DERs) to the power grid, optimizing the capacity available on the distribution system. Currently,…
March 27, 2024 Restructured Energy Market and new consultation herald more upheaval for Alberta’s renewable energy industry The Canadian Renewable Energy Association (CanREA) is concerned about prolonged and increasing uncertainty for Alberta’s renewable energy and energy storage industry, after new documents were released by the provincial government and the Alberta Electric System Operator (AESO). Speaking at…
March 26, 2024 The Electric Circuit is pleased to announce the commissioning of its largest fast-charging point at the La Porte de l’Érable rest area located at Exit 228 on Highway 20. In addition to the four 50-kW fast-charge stations already at the site, the Electric Circuit is adding eight 180-kW power sharing charging stations…