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Nova Scotia’s latest DER Roadmap opens the door to new distributed energy markets

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Quebec unveils first long-term energy plan, targeting 77% renewable energy by 2050

2 days ago

Canada expands no-cost home retrofit program to four more provinces

3 days ago
Canadian Climate Institute Calls for Faster Clean Electricity Buildout to Secure Industrial Investment

June 18, 2026
Massive fire at solar-powered warehouse in Los Angeles triggered shelter-in-place orders for thousands of residents

June 18, 2026
What happens to floating solar panels during icy Canadian winters? Well, now we know!

June 16, 2026

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The combined company will be led under the Suniva name

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Alberta municipalities push for stronger oversight of door-to-door solar sales

Concerns over high-pressure solar sales tactics have prompted Alberta municipalities to seek stronger consumer protections while preserving access to residential solar adoption.

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One of Canada’s largest solar projects secures $15 million federal investment as construction begins

The 100-MW Turning Sun Solar Project in Saskatchewan has officially entered construction

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Dust has minimal impact on solar panel power output performance, researchers find

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Two-thirds of Albertans want more renewable energy in their communities

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May 28, 2026

Studies and Modelling

Despite headlines, America’s solar boom isn’t sparking constant backlash

The study is timely as electricity demand and utility bills rise.

May 28, 2026

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Canada invests over $4.5M in solar and other clean energy projects across British Columbia

Federal funding supports Indigenous-led renewable energy projects, energy security and economic resilience in rural and remote communities

May 13, 2026

Studies and Modelling

Do higher gas prices lead to increased usage of electric cars?

When fuel prices go up, the authors note, hybrid drivers turn more often to electricity.

May 8, 2026

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How renewable energy can be most efficiently integrated into the electric grid

Integrating solar panels and EVs into local grids can create voltage issues, but community-scale battery storage can solve them at roughly half the ...

May 8, 2026

Studies and Modelling

Boston University study says renewables more cost effective than direct air capture at reducing carbon

The new analysis also incorporated both climate and local health impacts, and underscored a reality that conventional carbon accounting misses.

May 5, 2026

Canada Could Land $200 Billion in Clean Energy

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Canada expects $200B in renewables spending, but one bottleneck could hold it back

A market opportunity—on paper

April 30, 2026

Press Release

LONGi announces new efficiency records for silicon solar cells and modules

New third-party certifications show LONGi’s HIBC solar cell reaching 28.13% efficiency and its modules 26.4%, highlighting continued gains as silicon technology approaches its ...

April 30, 2026

Studies and Modelling

Scientists explain why solar research should stop leading with climate

Emphasizing economic competitiveness, resilience, and energy independence, rather than climate arguments alone, may better engage funders and policymakers.

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Studies and Modelling

Researchers survey the challenges of integrating wind and solar into power grids

High shares of renewables can lower wholesale electricity prices, potentially undermining the financial viability of flexible conventional plants needed for reliability.

April 23, 2026