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Hydro-Québec Retains 8 bids Totalling 1,550 MW of Wind Power
Hydro-Québec launched a call for tenders on March 31, 2023. Further to this call, the company has selected 8 bids from 5 developers for a total of 1 550 megawatts (MW) of contract capacity. The average supply cost indicated in the winning bids is 7,8¢/kWh (2023 dollars), excluding transmission and balancing. Over the coming weeks, Hydro-Québec will finalize its power purchase agreements with project proponents, after which the contracts will go to the Régie de l’énergie for approval. Read More... |
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NS Power Files Grid-Scale Battery Project with Nova Scotia Utility and Review Board
Nova Scotia Power has shared they have submitted a filing with the Nova Scotia Utility and Review Board for the approval of three grid-scale battery projects. Grid-scale battery storage, such as the BESS Project, will play an integral role and is one of investments in Nova Scotia’s clean energy transition. They also provide system benefits to continued reliability for customers. Read More... |
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Building the World’s Largest Solar and BESS Facility: Key Takeaways with Solas Energy
CanREA is pleased to host a special industry webinar, in which Paula McGarrigle (President and CEO, Canada, at Solas Energy Consulting) will present key takeaways from building the world’s largest integrated solar PV and battery energy storage facility. Read More... |
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DEI
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Building a Sexual Harassment-Free Workplace in Electricity
EHRC, with the support of the Department of Justice Canada and industry partners nationwide, has developed a new resource to assist in Building Gender-Based Harassment and Violence (GBHV) Free Workplaces in Electricity. Building a safe, diverse, equitable and inclusive workplace continues to be the focus of many industry sector organizations. Read More... |
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Daily News
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BCUC Rejects BC Hydro’s Proposed Reactive Power Reinforcement Project
The British Columbia Utilities Commission (BCUC) has denied BC Hydro’s Lower Mainland Reactive Power Reinforcement project. The proposed project would include installing new equipment at four substations in the Lower Mainland, and decommissioning BC Hydro’s existing Burrard Synchronous Condenser Station in Port Moody. Read More... |
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RFP: Atlantic Canada Offshore Wind Integration and Transmission Study
Net Zero Atlantic has issued a call for proposals for a large-scale study, called “Atlantic Canada Offshore Wind Integration and Transmission Study.” The purpose of the research is to identify opportunities and obstacles facing Atlantic Canada when considering integrating offshore wind and clean hydrogen into the electricity grid, while furthering climate action planning. Read More... |
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Neweg Energy Project: Leading the Way to a Sustainable Energy Future in New Brunswick
The Neweg Energy Project will feature six state-of-the-art turbines with a combined annual energy production of nearly 100GWh. The Neweg Energy Project has been selected as the inaugural initiative under the Renewables Expressions of Interest (REOI) issued by NB Power in 2023. This important project marks a significant step towards a sustainable energy future for the region. Read More... |
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Capital Power and Ontario Power Generation Partner to Advance New Nuclear in Alberta
Capital Power Corporation and Ontario Power Generation (“OPG”) have entered into an agreement to jointly assess the development and deployment of grid-scale small modular reactors (SMRs) to provide clean, reliable nuclear energy for Alberta. Read More... |
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Applications are Now Open for Nova Scotia Power’s 2024 Scholarship & Bursary Program
Applications are now open for Nova Scotia Power’s 2024 Scholarship & Bursary Program, and students in Nova Scotia are encouraged to apply. The program is accepting applications until April 19, 2024. Read More... |
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Upcoming Event
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EHRC’s 11th Annual Awards of Excellence
Electricity Human Resources Canada (EHRC) annually hosts the prestigious Awards of Excellence. These awards celebrate the extraordinary achievements of the individuals and organizations at the forefront of industry human resources best practice and leadership. Join EHRC February 15th, 2024 at Vantage Venues in Toronto as they recognize innovation and thoughtful leadership from colleagues across the sector and across the country! This event will be held in person and livestreamed for those who are joining us virtually. Read More... |
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Report
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Unlocking Ontario’s Sustainable Energy Future with Long Duration Energy Storage
Canada’s national trade association for energy storage, Energy Storage Canada (ESC), released a foundational report on the benefits of Long Duration Energy Storage (LDES) in Ontario. The report, conducted by Dunsky Advisors, Long Duration Storage Opportunity Assessment: A Critical Component in Growing Ontario’s Clean Energy Economy, illustrates the substantial potential of LDES to contribute to the realization of the province’s economic growth and energy transition objectives. Read More... |
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Hydro One submits final Environmental Study Report for the St. Clair Transmission Line
Hydro One has submitted the final Environmental Study Report and Statement of Completion to the Ministry of Environment, Conservation and Parks for the St. Clair Transmission Line project. To ensure the transmission line is built with local interests in mind, Hydro One received and responded to important feedback from Indigenous communities, government agencies, elected officials, interest groups, residents and affected property owners before submitting the final report. Read More... |
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Government of Canada to Establish Next Phase of Canada Greener Homes Initiative
Home energy improvements like heat pump installations and drafty window replacements can help Canadians save hundreds of dollars on their energy bills every year. Since launching the Canada Greener Homes Grant program three years ago, the federal government has helped over 165,000 Canadians upgrade their homes and save an average of $386 per year on their energy bills. Read More... |
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Two Boralex Projects Totalling 365 MW Selected in Hydro-Québec Wind Power Call for Tenders
Boralex inc. is pleased to announce that two wind power projects, totalling 365 MW, have been selected in Hydro-Québec’s call for tenders issued on March 31, 2023. This represents a 100% success rate for Boralex in this call for tenders, as both projects submitted by the Company were selected. Read More... |
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300 MW Wind Project by the Innu Council of Pessamit and Innergex, with the Participation of the RCM of Manicouagan Selected by Hydro-Québec
The Innu Council of Pessamit, Innergex Renewable Energy Inc., and the regional county municipality of Manicouagan are pleased to announce that their 300 MW Manicouagan wind project has been selected in Hydro-Québec’s request for proposals. Read More... |
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Kruger Energy Awarded Two Wind Projects in Québec Totalling 343 MW
The 196-MW Saint-Paul-de-Montminy wind project will be developed in the municipalities of Saint-Paul-de-Montminy, Notre-Dame-du-Rosaire and Montmagny. This Kruger Energy project was submitted in partnership with the Eastern Energy Alliance, which comprises 16 regional county municipalities (RCMs), from Montmagny to the Îles-de-la-Madeleine, as well as the Wolastoqiyik Wahsipekuk First Nation. Read More... |
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Invenergy Awarded a 291 Megawatt Wind Energy Contract from Hydro-Québec
Invenergy is pleased to confirm today that Hydro-Quebec has selected the Pohénégamook–Picard–Saint-Antonin–Wolastokuk 2 (PPAW 2) wind project to be developed and constructed as part of its A/O 2023-01 tender for the acquisition of wind energy. Developed in equal partnership with Alliance de l’énergie de l’Est, the project will be a significant economic investment that will directly benefit the communities and territories of Eastern Quebec. Read More... |
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100 MW Community Wind Project of Innergex, the RCM of Lotbinière and the Abenaki Councils of Odanak and Wôlinak selected by Hydro-Québec
Innergex Renewable Energy Inc., the Regional County Municipality of Lotbinière (RCM of Lotbinière) and the Abenaki Councils of Odanak and Wôlinak are pleased to announce that their 100 MW wind project has been selected in Hydro-Québec’s request for proposals. Read More... |
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Pattern Energy Broughton Wind 150MW Project Selected by Hydro-Quebec
Pattern Energy’s Broughton Wind 150 MW project in Québec was one of eight projects approved by Hydro-Québec, part of a 1,550 MW addition of clean energy to the power grid. Broughton Wind represents a private investment of approximately $478 million. Read More... |
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