The federal government has announced that Canada will aim to reduce emissions by 45–50% below 2005 levels by 2035, setting a target that maintains the country’s path to a strong, net-zero economy.
The event brings together industry professionals, researchers, technology experts, and other stakeholders to discuss the critical challenges and unique opportunities associated with the changing energy landscape.
Electricity Canada is proud to announce the eight winning projects inducted in its Centre of Excellence for 2024.
IESO’s 2024 Capacity Auction saw the highest level of competition ever, announcing that 2,122.2 megawatts (MW) of supply for summer 2025 and 1,524.6 MW for winter 2025-2026 were procured at a lower clearing price than last year’s auction.
December 3, 2024 The B.C. Centre for Innovation and Clean Energy (CICE), announced the launch of the Call for Energy Storage Innovation, a strategic collaboration with BC Hydro aimed at accelerating the commercialization and scaling of energy storage in B.C. CICE invites proposals from innovators and will offer up to $3 million in non-dilutive investment to projects focused on developing commercial pathways…
December 3, 2024 The Government of Canada has launched an open call for proposals for grant funding to support Indigenous and coastal communities in Nova Scotia and Newfoundland and Labrador in their pursuit of opportunities related to offshore wind development. Grants will provide up to $10,000 in funding per recipient per year until March 31, 2027. The funding will support Indigenous and coastal communities in…
December 3, 2024 NOARK’s Pad Mount Transformers are the ideal solution for various Power Distribution networks, from industrial parks and commercial centers to community buildings, high-rise buildings, wind power, photovoltaic solutions, EV charging, data centers, and even cryptocurrency mining operations. These transformers are globally produced in state-of-the-art facilities and can be fully customized to meet unique specifications. Key Features: Specifications Vistit the Pad Mount Data Sheet or Pad Mount…
November 12, 2024 A report released by Commissioner of the Environment and Sustainable Development Jerry V. DeMarco concluded that Natural Resources Canada, Environment and Climate Change Canada, Crown‑Indigenous Relations and Northern Affairs Canada, and Indigenous Services Canada’s failure to fully execute their departmental plans limited their contribution to Canada’s clean power generation and energy efficiency targets in…
According to a new annual forecast from the Independent Electricity System Operator (IESO), electricity demand in Ontario is anticipated to grow 75 per cent by 2050, higher than previously forecast, with annual consumption rising from 151 terawatt-hours (TWh) in 2025 to 263 TWh in 2050.
October 21, 2024 The evolv1 building in the University of Waterloo Research and Technology Park in Waterloo, Ontario, has become self-sufficient in electricity following the installation of an innovative DC-optimized rooftop and carport solar system. Over a three year period, the system offset 105% of the facility’s energy use and saved approximately $360,000 in energy…
October 8, 2024 The Awards of Excellence recognizes and celebrates the outstanding accomplishments of employees, leaders and teams making a positive and tangible impact on their organization while contributing to the composition of a highly skilled workforce in the electricity industry. Nominations Are you an individual or organization looking to recognize an individual leader, team…
September 30, 2024 Design Capacities: These transformers are designed with capacities ranging from 25kVA up to 500kVA. They can accommodate primary voltages of up to 34.5kV and are built with a secondary voltage of 120/240V. Each transformer is custom-built to customer specifications in accordance with CSA C227.3 and C802.1 Energy Efficiency Standards, ensuring both performance…
September 27, 2024 By Jim Kalogiros – VP, Secure Power Canada, Schneider Electric Canada, we have an AI power complex. I mean this literally and figuratively. Allow me to explain. On the one hand, we have been leading the world in AI innovation for more than 30 years. Specifically, we are the first country ever to launch…
September 5, 2024 The Ontario government is launching the largest competitive energy procurement in the province’s history, focused on generating affordable electricity for families and businesses. This builds on the province’s plan to procure up to 5000 megawatts (MW) of energy through a series of procurements to help foster economic prosperity and meet the growing…
Eaton recently announced the expansion of its newest global Innovation Center near Montreal in Brossard, Quebec less than a year after its opening. After developing cutting-edge software in the region for nearly 40 years, last year the company announced its Innovation Center focused on the research and development of distributed energy resources (DER) technologies. Now, Eaton is adding 9,000 square feet and 50 more highly specialized jobs to the facility, bringing a total of approximately 200 jobs to Brossard.
Founded by the Climate Positive Energy institutional strategic initiative, the Grid Modernization Centre will help accelerate integration of novel green technologies