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Biofuels 101: Renewable Diesel
The Atlantica Centre for Energy explored two common biofuels used today in Biofuels 101: Biodiesel and Ethanol. While there are several other types of biofuels growing in importance, renewable diesel may play a particularly
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,
Statement on Passing of James K. Irving
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
David Campbell: Becoming a Green Energy Powerhouse
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
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
Call for Professionals for the Energy Fundamentals for Leaders 2024-2025 Cohort
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