Insight
Canadian province of Saskatchewan announces largest solar project in its history
100 MW Indigenous co-owned project.
Perspective
Alberta looks to repurpose abandoned wells as micro solar projects
Can micro solar farms turn oil and gas liabilities into clean power for nearly every home in the province?
Insight
Ontario man frustrated after spending $50,000 on solar panels, and he only saves $100 a month
As federal rebates drive more Canadians to install rooftop solar, one Ontario homeowner’s experience reveals the financial and maintenance risks many overlook—from insurance ...
Streaming
Inside the massive solar microgrid powering one of Canada’s most remote resorts
A new 824 kW solar and 1.6 MWh battery microgrid at Clayoquot Wilderness Lodge is slashing diesel use by 80%, setting a new ...
Insight
Sault Ste. Marie city council endorses a $470-million plan to build 3 massive solar projects
The city's council backed a $470-million solar initiative that promises 250 MW of clean power, new revenue for the municipality.
Perspective
How a $48,000 solar bill in Alberta sparked a national outcry on sales tactics
Growing concern over high-pressure door-to-door solar sales highlights Canada’s regulatory gap
Insight
Ottawa commits $33M to “first-of-its-kind” Indigenous-owned solar project in Saskatchewan
The Wicehtowak Solar Project marks a first-of-its-kind deal in the province.
Insight
Alberta moves ahead with controversial plans to install solar at five provincial jails
Alberta's infrastructure ministry says it plans to build solar installations at five correctional facilities in Edmonton and Calgary.
Insight
Ottawa commits $16M to modernize Maritime grids, expand solar
Funding includes grid upgrades, a First Nation-led solar project, and research into carbon storage.
Insight
Canada funds a massive off-grid solar project in British Columbia
The Canadian government is investing nearly $17 million in a major off-grid solar project with the Ulkatcho First Nation, aiming to cut diesel ...
Studies and Modelling
Most neighbours support more large-scale solar nearby
'Yes, in my back yard'—most people who live near large-scale solar projects are happy to have more built nearby
Perspective
Alberta’s new reclamation rules make it too expensive to build solar or wind — let me explain
The Alberta government’s updated Code of Practice imposes the highest reclamation security costs in North America for renewable energy projects — a move ...
