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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)
2025 Energy Turning Point Predictions for Atlantic Canada
Last January, the Atlantica Centre for Energy suggested that 2024 could be a pivotal year for the energy sector if some of the ‘politics’ can be removed to give Atlantic Canadian businesses more confidence
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
Hyper-complex risk is hampering the pace of a smooth clean energy transition
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
Balancing the Grid 101
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
Draft regulations released for the federal oil and gas emissions cap
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,
The Port of Belledune: An Atlantic Canadian leader committed to clean energy, economic development and community engagement
Atlantica recently interviewed Denis Caron, President and CEO, and Jennifer Cleversey-Moffitt, CAO and General Counsel, for the Port of Belledune, to learn more about the Port and its Green Energy Hub project.
New Government, new energy priorities
On October 21st, 2024, the New Brunswick Liberal Party won the 2024 provincial election, taking a majority with 31 of 49 seats. The Premier-designate, Susan Holt, will become New Brunswick’s first female Premier. The
When will energy affordability get the priority it needs?
Commentary by Stephen MacMackin, Chair of Atlantica Centre for Energy New Brunswick’s 2024 Election is behind us. Premier-designate, Susan Holt, gained a strong majority government and will soon become the first female
Energy literacy study highlights support for renewable energy developments across Atlantic Canada
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE October 15, 2024 Saint John, NB – Today, the Atlantica Centre for Energy released results of its study of the level of energy literacy across Atlantic Canada’s general population. The Energy
500 Cups of Tea: Learning at the Atlantic Indigenous-Led Energy Symposium
Commentary by Michelle Robichaud, President, Atlantica Centre for Energy. An initiative of the North Shore Mi’kmaq Tribal Council, the Atlantic Indigenous-Led Energy Symposium has become a must-attend meeting ground for