Two biofuels commonly used today in Atlantic Canada are ethanol and biodiesel, which are blended in gasoline and diesel, respectively. Ethanol and biodiesel are considered renewable fuels because they are produced from biomass. What is biodiesel? Biodiesel is also known as FAME (Fatty Acid Methyl Ester). It is a renewable biodegradable alternative fuel substitute
Atlantica recently interviewed Ryan Mitchell, President and CEO of Saint John Energy, to learn more about the utility’s partnerships and impact on the energy sector. Tell us a little bit about Saint John Energy. What makes the utility different? Saint John Energy is a municipal electricity distribution utility that has
On June 10, 2024, the Canada Electricity Advisory Council released its final report: Powering Canada: A blueprint for success. The Council was launched in May, 2023 with a year-long mandate to provide independent advice to the Minister of Energy and Natural Resources on how to accelerate investment, and promote sustainable, affordable, and reliable electricity
On June 17, Newfoundland and Labrador Hydro released its Annual Report 2023, which highlights the utility’s outcomes in 2023 and outlines its path forward to meet increasing demand, maintain reliability and replace retiring assets, among other issues. Select highlights from 2023: 2023 marked several significant accomplishments for NL Hydro, including
Statement from Stephen MacMackin, Chair, Atlantica Centre for Energy on the passing of James K. Irving. June 24, 2024 Saint John, NB – On behalf of the Atlantica Centre for Energy, it is with deep sadness that we hear the news of J.D. Irving, Limited, Chairman, James K. Irving’s passing. Mr. Irving
Guest commentary by David Campbell, Jupia Consulting Inc. This commentary first appeared in The Telegraph Journal on June 8, 2024. It is shared with the author’s permission. Atlantic Canada is an energy powerhouse. In 2023, the region exported $18 billion worth of crude oil, refined oil products and electricity to
What is an energy wallet? Energy wallet is a relatively new term coined to help describe the total amount a household spends directly on energy. This wallet could include spending on lights, heating, and transportation, as well as the equipment used to do so. Today, many households consider electricity, gasoline, home heating expenses and
On May 14, the Government of Newfoundland and Labrador released its Hydrogen Development Action Plan. The Plan outlines the province’s strategy to develop green hydrogen for domestic use and export and provides 31 action items to accomplish over the next three years, to enable this emerging industry to grow in the province. This Hydrogen
On May 16, 2024, the Government of Newfoundland and Labrador, with Newfoundland and Labrador Hydro, announced the finalization of the rate mitigation plan for the Muskrat Falls project. The agreement in principle to restructure financing for the Lower Churchill Projects (Muskrat Falls and the Labrador Transmission Assets) was announced in July, 2021, with the
The Atlantica Centre for Energy, in collaboration with the University of New Brunswick (UNB), hosts the Energy Fundamentals for Leaders (EFL) certificate program each year. This program was created 12 years ago and is tailored for professionals, leaders, and managers at all career levels who are engaged directly or indirectly in the energy sector.
Commentary by Leah Butler, Manager, Energy Literacy Initiatives, Atlantica Centre for Energy The first iteration of Fuel 4 the Future set out to target the lack of awareness the next generation of the workforce has about opportunities, benefits, and considerations related to adopting clean fuels in Atlantic Canada. Through collaboration
Student Perspective by Zach Arseneault My name is Zach Arseneault, I am a student at NBCC Saint John, where I am currently enrolled in the Business Administration: Marketing program, set to graduate in June. I originally enrolled into a marketing program as growing up I have always been fascinated by