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To Acheive Net-Zero, Strategic Leadership is Critical in Support of the Full Electrification Supply Chain
By Blake Marchand
The electrification supply chain is complex and interconnected, strategic leadership from government and industry stakeholders will be critical to acheiving Canada’s net-zero goals. Electrification, renewable energy, electric vehicles, an aging electrical grid, data centres are all key factors in the increased demand for electrical distribution equipment. On top of that, there are skilled labour shortages making it difficult for manufacturers to expand their operations. Canada is well positioned with domestic manufacturing and suppliers, recent investments by Honda and Volkswagen on the EV side, and calls for clean power and energy storage in BC, Ontario, and Quebec – however more attention is required to support the full electricity industry supply chain. Read More... |
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Skyview 2 Battery Energy Storage Project Secures Contract with IESO
The St. Lawrence Corridor Economic Development Commission is celebrating Potentia Renewables Inc. (Potentia) business achievement as the Skyview 2 Battery Energy Storage Project secures a ground-breaking contract with Ontario’s Independent Electricity System Operator (IESO). The project, a joint venture between Potentia and the Algonquins of Pikwakanagan First Nation... Read More... |
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Powering the Future with Energy Storage: New Report Released
The B.C. Centre for Innovation and Clean Energy (CICE) released a comprehensive analysis of how advancements in energy storage can facilitate higher levels of renewable energy adoption. The “Powering the Future with Energy Storage” report answers three urgent questions surrounding the future of the electricity system and grid decarbonization... Read More... |
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Ontario Refurbishing Hydroelectric Station in Cornwall
The Ontario government is supporting Ontario Power Generation’s (OPG) plan to refurbish its R.H. Saunders Generating Station in Cornwall, the second largest hydroelectric station in Ontario. This infrastructure program would invest more than $600 million... Read More... |
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J.D. Irving Announces Green Energy Project in New Brunswick
J.D. Irving, Limited has applied to construct a new wind farm near Juniper, New Brunswick. The project is the subject of an Environmental Impact Assessment recently submitted to the Government of New Brunswick’s Department of Environment and Local Government. Read More... |
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Energy Storage
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Ontario Completes Largest Battery Storage Procurement in Canada to Meet Growing Electricity Demand
The Ontario government has concluded the largest battery storage procurement in Canada’s history and secured the necessary electricity generation to support the province’s growing population and economy through the end of the decade. This successful procurement marks another milestone in the implementation of the province’s Powering Ontario’s Growth plan, helping to build the province’s clean energy advantage and ensure reliability for years to come. Read More... |
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Protecting the Environment
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AltaLink Taking Action to Protect Albertans From Risk of Wildfire
With an early start to wildfire season announced in Alberta, AltaLink’s top priority is protecting its customers and the communities where it operates while delivering safe, reliable, and affordable power. Alberta experienced a record-breaking wildfire season in 2023 with more than 2.2 million hectares burned, the most in Alberta’s history, compared to the five-year average of 200,000 hectares. This year drought conditions, especially in the southern part of the province, will increase the risk of wildfires in Alberta. Read More... |
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Action Plan 2035: Hydro-Québec Focuses on its Mission and Exercises the Put Option of its Minority Interest in Dana TM4
Hydro-Québec’s Action Plan 2035 sets out the company’s key role in the energy transition. Significant challenges drive Hydro-Québec to refocus on its priority to decarbonize, contribute to Québec’s prosperity and meet customers’ expectations. Considering these circumstances and Dana TM4’s solid financial performance, Hydro-Québec has decided to exercise its put option to sell its remaining 45% interest to Dana Incorporated. Read More... |
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New Brunswick Introduces Changes to the Electricity Act
Changes to the Electricity Act were introduced by New Brunswick as part of regulatory reform under the government’s clean energy strategy, Powering our Economy and the World with Clean Energy: Our Path Forward to 2035. The changes, if approved, would allow NB Power to access alternative funding and to enter strategic partnerships with other entities related to existing and new generation assets. Read More... |
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Growing Demand
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New PWU Discussion Paper Examines How Mitigating Ontario’s Electricity System Reliability Risks Requires a New Planning Approach
The second discussion paper in a series by the Power Workers’ Union (PWU) was released recently. These papers are offered to prompt discussion on better ways for Ontario to meet its growing electricity demand at a lower cost, with lower carbon emissions and in a more reliable, affordable and timely manner. Read More... |
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Safety
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Electrical Safety Authority Urges Vigilance After 50% Uptick in Powerline Fatalities
The Electrical Safety Authority (ESA) is issuing an important reminder to Ontarians following a 50 per cent increase in powerline-related fatalities in the province. This Powerline Safety Week (May 13 to 19), the ESA is sharing crucial tips to stay safe around powerlines, both at home and at work. Read More... |
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Innovation
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Government of Canada Opens Doors to Innovative Laboratory for Clean Energy Development
Through the Laboratories Canada strategy, the Government of Canada is providing federal scientists and researchers with world-class, sustainable and collaborative facilities to support the transformative changes facing science today and into the future. Read More... |
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Energy Statistics
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Dry Conditions Cause Electricity Imports to Exceed Exports in February 2024
Prolonged dry conditions across much of Canada reduced hydroelectric generation over the past year, leading to lower export volumes and increased imports to compensate. Total electricity generated in Canada fell 4.9% year over year to 53.6 million megawatt-hours (MWh) in February. Average daily generation was 8.2% lower in February compared with the same month the previous year. A 12.5% year-over-year drop in hydroelectric generation led the overall decline in February. Read More... |
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Toronto Hydro Announces Jana Mosley as New President and Chief Executive Officer
The Board of Directors of Toronto Hydro Corporation announced recently that Jana Mosley, P.Eng, PMP, ICD.D, has been named President and Chief Executive Officer of Toronto Hydro Corporation effective September 3, 2024. Ms. Mosley succeeds Anthony Haines, who has been President and Chief Executive Officer of Toronto Hydro Corporation since October 2009. Mr. Haines will remain with the Corporation until December 31, 2024 to ensure an orderly transition in leadership. Read More... |
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Minister Wilkinson Announces Progress on Canada’s Hydrogen Strategy
As we continue to foster economic growth and build Canada’s clean economy, significant investments and progress are being made in the production, distribution, and use of clean fuels, including low-carbon hydrogen. These advancements are guided by Canada’s Hydrogen Strategy, which introduced a framework in 2020 to help position Canada as a global supplier and producer of low-carbon hydrogen on the path to net-zero by 2050. Read More... |
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