Written by Leah Butler, Manager of Energy Literacy Initiatives, Atlantica Centre for Energy. As we work towards a low carbon and clean energy economy in Atlantic Canada, energy literacy has been a topic of discussion within the energy sector. New energy developments like solar, onshore and offshore wind, and battery
High level take-aways from a panel discussion featuring New England state representatives. Commentary by Michelle Robichaud, President, Atlantica Centre for Energy. At the 2025 Smart Energy Event, I had the pleasure of hosting a dynamic panel discussion exploring how evolving U.S. state and federal policies are shaping the future of
Updated: April 30, 2025 On April 28, 2025, the Rt. Hon. Mark Carney and the Liberal Party won the 45th Canadian federal election. Preliminary results (April 29th) show the Liberal Party winning 168 seats, the Conservative Party with 144 seats, the Bloc Quebecois with 23 seats, the New Democratic Party with 7 seats, and
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
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,
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
This interview took place on February 11th for the first episode of Atlantica's Fuel for Thought, a Reimagined Energy podcast. Jonathan Alward, the Atlantica Centre for Energy’s Vice President of Policy, interviewed Robert (Robb) Apold, Principal at Natural Forces, to discuss recent quotes about wind energy made by U.S. President
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
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
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
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
On November 4th, 2024, the federal government announced its long-awaited draft Oil and Gas Sector Greenhouse Gas Emissions Cap Regulations. The Regulations as proposed would regulate upstream oil and gas facilities, including offshore facilities, and would also apply to liquefied natural gas production facilities. It would not include oil refineries, which are already subject