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Calgary expands popular retrofit loan program—which funds solar installs with $30 million boost

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Canada wants to end diesel use in Indigenous Communities with new massive investment—but it’s not that simple

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March 27, 2025

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Study documents impacts of large-scale entry of rooftop solar panels on competition

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March 26, 2025

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Trump rescinds Defense Production Act support for domestic solar manufacturing

Reversal of Biden-era policies impacts U.S. clean energy initiatives

March 25, 2025

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Growth in global energy demand surged in 2024 to almost twice its recent average

Global annual renewable capacity installations grew by an estimated 25% to around 700 GW in 2024, setting an expansion record for the 22nd ...

March 25, 2025

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Small Canadian city residents get huge funding for home energy upgrades including solar installations

This funding, which includes a $5-million grant and a $2-million credit enhancement, will make it easier for homeowners to access financing.

March 22, 2025

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National Bank of Canada sets CAD 20Bn in renewables lending—even with U.S. policy uncertainty

National’s $20 billion goal outpaces Royal Bank of Canada (RBC)’s $15 billion renewable commitment, despite National being a smaller institution.

March 21, 2025

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U.S. energy storage’s meteoric rise breaks another record

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