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.
Nova Scotia ‘s Regional Energy and Resource Table is released
On July 30, the Governments of Canada and Nova Scotia released The Nova Scotia Regional Energy and Resource Table Framework for Collaboration on the Path to Net Zero (Collaboration Framework). This Collaboration Frame is
Biofuels 101: Biodiesel and Ethanol
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
Member Spotlight: Saint John Energy
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
Canada Electricity Advisory Council releases final report
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
Newfoundland and Labrador Hydro releases Annual Report 2023
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,
Energy Wallet 101
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
Hydrogen Development Action Plan launched for Newfoundland and Labrador
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
NL Government finalizes plan for Muskrat Falls rate mitigation
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
Member Spotlight: ARC Clean Technology
Atlantica recently interviewed Bill Labbe, President and CEO of ARC Clean Technology to learn more about ARC Clean Technology’s regional and global stake in the energy sector. Q: Please tell
Port of Belledune awarded honourable mention at Canadian Biomass Awards
On Thursday, April 18th, winners of the 2024 Canadian Biomass Awards were unveiled. The Belledune Port Authority was awarded an honourable mention for Community Project of the Year for their work to develop the
Recap: Canada’s Budget 2024
Canada’s Budget 2024 was released on April 16, 2024. This Budget includes several new tax changes and incentives which will impact Canada’s energy sector and energy affordability for customers. The Atlantica Centre for Energy
Grid-Scale Batteries 101
What are grid-scale batteries? Grid-scale batteries, also known as utility-scale batteries or Battery Energy Storage Systems (BESS), are a collection of individual smaller batteries housed within a single controlled, large-scale energy storage system. They