March Highlights
A new commentary featuring key stakeholders, an energy trade article and podcast episode, and more! More
What Should the Next Prime Minister Prioritize for Atlantic Canada’s Energy Sector?
As Canada prepares for its next federal election on April 28, 2025, the Atlantica Centre for Energy put a call out to a few people in its network of energy leaders from across Atlantic Canada to answer a crucial question: “What is one thing the next Prime Minister must prioritize for Atlantic Canada’s energy
Federal Election 2025: Tracking energy-related promises
Updated: April 23, 2025 On March 23, the 45th Canadian federal election began. Election Day is April 28th. As a non-partisan organization, the Atlantica Centre for Energy observes government regulations and policies and provides unbiased feedback on how such decisions could impact Atlantic Canada’s energy sector. With the federal election underway, the Centre believes
Energy Trade 101
Like many products made or used in Atlantic Canada, energy is often traded (purchased or sold) across provincial and international borders. Energy systems within the Atlantic provinces are very integrated (electricity, gasoline, natural gas, etc.) and trade between the four provinces is constant. The Atlantic provinces also trade energy to other provinces and internationally,
Atlantic Canada needs a unified voice on energy
Commentary by Michelle Robichaud, President of Atlantica Centre for Energy Atlantic Canada is well-positioned to supply itself and the world with clean, secure and competitively priced energy. But geopolitical influences, provincial utility constraints and changing federal priorities threaten the region’s future prosperity. While disruption brings challenges, it also creates opportunities. The energy sector is
February Highlights
An energy vision for Atlantic Canada, a new podcast series, an energy literacy resource page and more! More
Trade war threatens Atlantic Canada’s energy sector and economy
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE February 3, 2025 Saint John, NB - The Atlantica Centre for Energy calls on government and industry leaders on both sides of the United States and Canadian border to resolve issues which have ignited a trade war between the two long-partnered countries. Atlantic Canada and New England have fully integrated energy
Final Clean Electricity Regulations now in effect
On December 17, 2024, the Government of Canada finalized its Clean Electricity Regulations (CER), which are now in effect. In its release, the federal government also announced Powering Canada’s Future; its strategy to decarbonize Canada’s electrical grid. What are the Clean Electricity Regulations? The Clean Electricity Regulations aim to help
Biofuels 101: Sustainable Aviation Fuel (SAF)
Sustainable aviation fuel (SAF) is an alternative for petroleum-based jet (aviation) fuel, which is made in-part from biomass. Its production and use create significantly fewer emissions than petroleum-based jet fuel. What is jet (aviation) fuel? Like jet fuel, SAF is a mixture of different hydrocarbons which ratios can vary widely. Instead, its definition is
2025 Energy Turning Point Predictions for Atlantic Canada
Last January, the Atlantica Centre for Energy suggested that 2024 could be a pivotal year for the energy sector if some of the ‘politics’ can be removed to give Atlantic Canadian businesses more confidence to make investments. By the end of 2024, the federal government finalized the Investment Tax Credits for many types of
Hyper-complex risk is hampering the pace of a smooth clean energy transition
Commentary by Michelle Robichaud, President of Atlantica Centre for Energy The annual New England Canada Business Council’s Executive Energy Conference is a must-attend event for those looking to connect with the decision makers in the Northeastern United States and Canadian energy sectors. This year, Atlantic Canada was featured prominently on
Balancing the Grid 101
If you have not already read Electricity 101, this article explains what electricity is and Electrical Grid 101 explains how electricity moves from generating stations to customers. Integration 101 explains how electrical utilities are incorporating more renewable generation while keeping the grid reliable for customers. It is also important to understand how and why