Green Energy

• What is biomass? The latest fuel source to get clean tech tax credits

  Canada plans on expanding its clean technology and electricity tax credits to biomass fuel, which is most commonly made from waste from lumber operations.

  Environment

  Nov 26
  
• Alberta premier offers up contradictory versions for imposed wind, solar pause

  Smith has faced criticism for announcing the moratorium with no advance notice and without consulting stakeholders, jeopardizing billions in potential investment in renewables.

  Environment

  Aug 14
  
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• Why did Alberta pause new wind and solar projects? Premier says feds

  Smith's UCP government surprised Alberta's renewable energy industry last week by announcing a six-month freeze on new projects greater than one megawatt.

  Canada

  Aug 7
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• North America’s first hydrogen-powered train tested on Quebec rails

  It’s been in commercial service in Germany since 2018, but this is its North American debut, and the company says the train is the first of its kind on the continent.

  Canada

  Jul 22
• Ontario to seek new wind, solar power to help ease coming electricity supply crunch

  Ontario Energy Minister Todd Smith says his plan to meet the province's growing electricity needs in the 2030s and beyond will include securing new generation from green sources.

  Canada

  Jul 10
• Solar rebate program closes after Edmontonians snap up nearly $2M in incentives

  The City of Edmonton's solar rebate program closed Wednesday after 700 people jumped on the incentives, resulting in nearly $2 million fully subscribed.

  Environment

  Jun 21
• N.S. approves wind farm, but federal officials worry project would kill at-risk birds

  A 13-turbine wind farm is worrying federal officials, who say there isn't enough information about what impact the project will have on endangered birds.

  Canada

  May 10
• Kingston, Ont. recognized for climate action initiatives

  The City of Kingston has received three badges that recognize the municipality's efforts in climate action.

  Environment

  Apr 27
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• Proposed N.S. wind farm could have deadly toll on migrating birds, expert says

  John Kearney says the whirring blades of a proposed 13-turbine wind farm in Nova Scotia may cut greenhouse gases, but the risks they pose to migrating birds are too high.

  Canada

  Apr 19
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• Hamilton Oshawa Port Authority signals commitment to green energy

  The hydrogen will be supplied by the Niagara Hydrogen Centre, a facility that Atura Power is currently building in Niagara Falls, and which is expected to be operational next year.

  Economy

  Apr 6