Energy Stories
The Atlantica Centre for Energy is committed to helping foster sustainable growth related to energy opportunities in Atlantic Canada by proactively engaging with industry, the education and research sectors, government, and the public. Featured energy stories present an opportunity to reflect on various important energy topics.
Newfoundland and Labrador Energy Update – June 2025
The last month has been eventful for the energy sector in Newfoundland and Labrador. Anchored by the Energy NL Conference & Exhibition 2025 in St. John’s, stakeholders from across the province’s energy sector provided
Industry Spotlight: Marine Renewables Canada
Atlantica recently interviewed Elisa Obermann, Executive Director of Marine Renewables Canada, about their recently released Atlantic Wind Energy Supply Chain Assessment and the current state of offshore wind in Canada. Q: Tell us about
Atlantic Canada’s Hydrogen Opportunity
Guest Contributor: Derek Estabrook, Executive Director, Atlantic Hydrogen Alliance The global energy landscape is transforming rapidly. With a diverse mix of traditional and emerging energy resources and access to key
CANDU Nuclear Reactor 101
Before learning about CANDU nuclear reactors, its first important to understand how nuclear energy is used to generate electricity. What is Nuclear Electricity Generation? Nuclear electricity generation works by splitting
Energy Security 101
Energy security is something most Atlantic Canadians prioritize, but it is a complex target for utilities and governments to achieve. What is energy security? Energy security can mean different things to different people
Federal Election 2025: Prime Minister Carney’s energy-related policies
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,
Federal Election 2025: Tracking energy-related promises
Updated: April 28, 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
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,
Onshore Wind: Fact Check
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
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
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)
Progressive Conservatives form Government again in Nova Scotia
On November 26, 2024, the Progressive Conservative Party of Nova Scotia won the province’s 2024 General Election, taking a supermajority (43 of 55 seats). The Honourable Tim Houston will continue in his role as