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Pembina Institute @pembina.org · 4h

Next week’s federal climate competitiveness strategy is important. But we also need all provinces to be ambitious, fight climate change, and reduce greenhouse gas emissions – so that all of Canada can benefit from prosperous economies based on abundant, low-cost #CleanEnergy.

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Pembina Institute @pembina.org · 1d

Clean energy development in remote communities isn’t just about diesel reduction – it’s also about community flourishing and sovereignty.

Learn how Indigenous communities are leading the shift to clean energy. ⬇️
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Restoring the Flow | Pembina Institute

Remote communities, the majority of which are Indigenous, are not connected to the electricity grid and have historically relied exclusively on diesel generators for electricity. These generators are…

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Pembina Institute @pembina.org · 2d

Alberta’s AI ambition depends on a grid that can keep up. #CleanEnergy can do that.

“By trimming and shifting demand at peak times, we can avoid billions in new infrastructure and ensure the reliability is still there as large [loads] come online.”

Alberta doesn’t have the electricity to power its AI data dreams - The Logic

The provincial government’s plan to fast-track “bring your own power” data centres won’t solve its grid limitations, the numbers show

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Raffi_RC @raffic.bsky.social · 3d

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Toronto clobbers L.A. 11-4 to take game 1 of the World Series!

wow, incredible playoffs for #BlueJays who have scored 6.2 runs per game!! 🍁

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Pembina Institute @pembina.org · 3d

🚗 📉 Canada’s auto industry is shrinking – and relying on U.S.-owned automakers won’t fix that.

We need new strategies – like building a domestic EV supply chain – to reap the benefits of a growing global market.

It’s time to invest in a Canadian-made future. 🍁

Canada needs to start thinking about an auto sector without U.S. automakers

Stellantis’s decision to shift Jeep production south of the border highlights the challenge of keeping a thriving domestic industry

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Pembina Institute @pembina.org · 4d

What is one way the Alberta gov’t can empower utilities to partner with the private sector, keeping investment and high-quality jobs in the province? #abpoli 🧵1/6

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Canadian Climate Institute @climateinstitute.bsky.social · 6d

Canadian wildfires are getting worse in the ways that matter—and their power is being amplified by climate change. This Globe editorial is 🎯 www.theglobeandmail.com/opinion/edit...

Globe editorial: Clearing the air on the threat from wildfires

Yes, there are fewer blazes. But they are getting bigger, and causing far more damage

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Pembina Institute @pembina.org · 8d

🤝 Grids, like neighbours, are stronger together.💡 Every megawatt we save or shift with DSM is one we don't need to build.

We're pleased to see #Alberta advance demand-side management (DSM) and electricity interties with B.C., Saskatchewan, & Montana. #abpoli

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Pembina Institute welcomes Alberta's intention to advance demand-side management, electricity interties | Pembina Institute

Calgary, AB — CHRIS SEVERSON-BAKER, Executive Director at the Pembina Institute, made the following statement in response to the release of the Alberta mandate letters.

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Pembina Institute @pembina.org · 10d

💡“Investing in energy efficiency and DSM programs gives utilities a cost-effective way to avoid unnecessary demand and free up capacity,” says our DSM manager, Kari Hyde.👇

Pembina urges Alberta to adopt DSM framework to cut energy costs, peak demand

Retrofit-aligned demand-side management can help defer investment in new transmission lines or peaker capacity

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Catherine McKenna @cathmckenna.bsky.social · 10d

Thanks for joining the #OttawaCentre #RunLikeAGirl 🏃‍♀️ book launch, @ssnowdon.bsky.social. It was really special to be with so many friends, supporters, climate advocates celebrating the community that I love that supported me through my time in politics and beyond! 🙏

Sarah @ssnowdon.bsky.social · 11d

Full house last night at @cathmckenna.bsky.social's
book launch in Ottawa. What an inspiring talk & motivating legacy she brings to the climate conversation.

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Pembina Institute @pembina.org · 11d

Supporting Canada’s auto sector means preparing it for the future energy economy — an economy in which global #EV sales grow roughly 25% annually. 🚗🔌

To stay competitive, Canada needs a strong EV policy that helps our auto sector keep pace with global demand — and gives Canadians low-cost choices.

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Clean Energy Canada @cleanenergycanada.org · 11d

🔌🇨🇦 In case you missed it, the Chevy Bolt—once widely considered Canada's most affordable EV after rebates—is coming back. The 2027 iteration starts at $39,999 MSRP and comes with 410 kilometres of range.

Chevy Bolt returning to Canada, pricing starting at $43,470

With a range of up to 410 kilometres, the new 2027 Chevrolet Bolt will begin deliveries in Canada early next year

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Sarah @ssnowdon.bsky.social · 11d

Full house last night at @cathmckenna.bsky.social's
book launch in Ottawa. What an inspiring talk & motivating legacy she brings to the climate conversation.

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Pembina Institute @pembina.org · 13d

Demand-side management (DSM) can unlock billions in benefits by giving Albertans control over their energy use while reducing strain on the grid, cutting the need for costly infrastructure.

Learn how aligning DSM with building retrofits can unlock affordable, reliable energy. 👇📖

Empowering customers in Alberta’s energy system can unlock billions in benefits | Pembina Institute

CALGARY, AB — Demand-side management (DSM) is a tool most utilities in North America use to partner with their customers to improve energy use — a proven way to cut costs, improve service reliability…

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Clean Energy Canada @cleanenergycanada.org · 18d

⚡️⚡️⚡️ A major new EV fast-charging network is headed to B.C. and Alberta.

Each of the 96 new Supernova fast chargers can add up to 100 kilometres of range in just 15 minutes—that’s enough in about 18 minutes to drive the entire Sea-to-Sky Highway from Vancouver to Whistler. #bcpoli #EV #climateaction

96 DC fast chargers are coming to Western Canada’s highways

Wallbox Supernova 180 kW fast chargers will power SureCharge’s new network with 24 sites and 96 fast chargers across Western Canada.

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Pembina Institute @pembina.org · 17d

📈 Global #renewables investment continues to rise, climbing 10% in early 2025.

Case in point ➡️ investors committed US$20B to Brookfield Asset Management’s Global Transition Fund, exceeding their target.

Major investors are betting big on clean energy. ➡️

Brookfield’s $20-billion transition fund shows investor confidence in clean energy remains strong

The Brookfield Global Transition Fund II has raised capital totalling roughly US$23.5-billion

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Cheryl in Nova Scotia 🇨🇦🍁🍁 @minibubbly.bsky.social · 17d

How Canadian steelmakers are 'greening' their steel amid tariffs, global challenges

Ontario steel plants moving toward electric furnaces and hydrogen #Canada

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How Canadian steelmakers are 'greening' their steel | CBC Climate Change News

Steelmaker Algoma says U.S. tariffs on steel are pushing it to more quickly transition to electric steelmaking. Here's why decarbonizing steel is such a big deal, how it's being done in Canada and wha...

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Sarah @ssnowdon.bsky.social · 17d

Was pleased to join the Embassy of Spain for this mobility & sustainable infrastructure open dialogue focused on green fleet transformation in Madrid.

Embajada de España en Canadá @embespcanada.bsky.social · 19d

Hemos impulsado la Jornada “Movilidad e Infraestructura Sostenible” organizada en @embespcanada.bsky.social por #EMTMadrid con participación @upm.es #Ottawa

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Pembina Institute @pembina.org · 19d

🪛🏠 Skilled trade shortages aren’t coming – they're already here. If we don’t invest in a strong workforce strategy, our nation-building goals will stall before they start. #cdnpoli

@theglobeandmail.com on why we can't build without people 👇 1/2

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Carney’s building agenda could be hamstrung by labour shortages, Deloitte report says

Report says Canada needs around half a million more tradespeople to meet Mr. Carney’s ambitions for housing and infrastructure

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Pembina Institute @pembina.org · 21d

🎥 Watch our DSM manager, Kari Hyde, at DiscoverEE to learn how “distributed energy resources” (DERs) like #SolarPanels, #EVs, and smart devices are the next frontier in building flexible, resilient & affordable local grids.

Unlocking the Local Grid with Distributed Energy Resources

Across Canada, utility-led demand-side management (DSM) programs have delivered measurable energy savings and peak demand reductions for decades. But the next frontier is to connect these programs…

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Cheryl in Nova Scotia 🇨🇦🍁🍁 @minibubbly.bsky.social · 21d

Federal agency chooses site on Heron Road for new housing project #Canada #cdnpoli #Ottawa #AffordableHomes

Build Canada Homes will transform an old training centre into housing units, and will use factory-built homes to speed up the process.

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Federal agency chooses site on Heron Road for new housing project

Build Canada Homes will transform an old training centre into housing units, and will use factory-built homes to speed up the process.

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Canada's National Observer @nationalobserver.com · 22d

As wildfire seasons grow longer and more destructive, Canada and the EU are strengthening their partnership on prevention and response. Oct 9, 2PM ET: Hear from EU Ambassador Geneviève Tuts, EU and Canadian officials shaping international wildfire policy. Register now
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Welcome! You are invited to join a webinar: Stronger Together Against Wildfires: Canada and the EU . After registering, you will receive a confirmation email about joining the webinar.

In partnership with Canada’s National Observer, the Delegation of the European Union to Canada will host a panel discussion on cooperation against wildfires. The event aims to highlight EU-Canada alig...

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Pembina Institute @pembina.org · 24d

Join Jessica McIlroy at #SmartEnergyVancouver on Nov. 3 for Building Retrofits Day! She’s moderating a session on retrofit supports covering federal, provincial & municipal programs.

Learn more and register ⬇️

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Pembina Institute @pembina.org · 26d

Canada’ freight future is electric, and the path forward is clear.

Start with strategically placed chargers in high-priority areas to cut costs, boost usage and give fleets the confidence to go electric.

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Pembina Institute @pembina.org · 25d

In Ontario, municipalities get to decide whether or not they support #CleanEnergy projects proposed in their communities.

But getting municipal support can be quite involved, so we designed an infographic guiding communities through the process. ⬇️
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Power Playbook | Pembina Institute

Ontario's electricity demand is forecast to grow by 75% by 2050. This means that it will need both new energy assets, like wind turbines and solar panels, which produce affordable electricity, and…

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