Canada's 2050 low-carbon strategy hits the mark
Dan Woynillowicz, policy director at Clean Energy Canada, made the following comments on the release of Canada’s long-term low-carbon strategy. QUOTES “It’s great to see Canada among the...
Tag: Renewable Energy
Why Trump’s term may not be as grim for clean energy as critics fear
If you work in clean energy, chances are your inbox and Twitter feed have been overwhelmed with stories about the implications of a Trump presidency for the renewable energy sector. If you were...
At a pivotal moment, Canada needs to hustle on clean energy
‘We are at a crossroads between reliance on fossil fuels of the past and the renewable energy future ahead.” It was a remarkable statement from the minister responsible for energy in Canada....
By acting now, Alberta can forge its own energy future
When dairy farmer John Bocock decided to install solar panels on his family’s farm northwest of Edmonton instead of leasing a bigger transformer, his reasons were practical. First, it was a smart...
Ontario Continues to Lead in Renewable Energy
TORONTO—Ontario Energy Minister Bob Chiarelli announced today the province will add 930 MW of renewable energy—enough to power approximately 250,000 average Canadian homes—from solar...
New Ontario Power Contracts Will Support Continued Growth of Renewable Sector
Today Ontario’s Independent Electricity System Operator announced that it has offered 16 Large Renewable Procurement contracts to successful proponents. The 16 contracts offered represent over 450...
Could Renewables Foil B.C.’s LNG Dream?
In energy markets, a few years is a lifetime. Fast fluctuations in supply or demand—among myriad other factors—can send oil and gas prices skyrocketing, or into the cellar. And the results can be...
Global Clean Energy Revolution Shifts Into High Gear
Each year, we produce Tracking the Energy Revolution, a companion pair of annual progress reports that detail the ongoing shift to clean energy—both within Canada’s borders and around...
Media Statement: City of Vancouver Recommits to 100 Percent Clean Energy Goal
Noting that “cities, as the most direct level of government, need to take action,” Vancouver Mayor Gregor Robertson today introduced a motion to make Vancouver the first Canadian city—and one...
The Globe and Mail: "Canada Risks Being Left Behind As Green Energy Takes Off"
The Globe and Mail Covers our latest report Tracking the Energy Revolution - Global...
Media Release: Nations and Companies Making Headway on Climate – Canada Could Become a Global Clean-Energy Leader
As world leaders converge on New York for tomorrow’s UN Global Climate Summit, a new report reveals how falling equipment costs, strong investor interest, and government and business leadership are...
Questions and Answers: Tracking the Energy Revolution
What is it? Tracking the Energy Revolution is the first of a pair of annual graphic publications that will highlight where and how the shift to cleaner energy sources and electrified transportation...