How Can Solar Power Benefit Cannabis growers?
As recreational and medicinal marijuana use becomes increasingly legal and destigmatized worldwide, many growers of cannabis are prioritizing ways to make their operations more efficient. Large-scale indoor marijuana cultivation puts a tremendous strain on the energy grid, requiring power-hungry equipment … More info
Tesla Solar Shingles V.3?
Since the introduction of the first version of Tesla solar shingles in 2016 we’ve seen a lot of talk, but not much action unfortunately. Homeowners in Canada have been inquiring about this product for some time now and have even … More info
Climate Action Incentive Fund
May 31st, 2019 The Federal Minister of Environment and Climate Change, Catherine McKenna, announced yesterday the launch of the Climate Action Incentive Fund (CAIF), which can help owners of small and medium-sized businesses become more energy-efficient, save money, and take … More info
Accelerated Depreciation for Commercial Solar
Under Class 43.1 and 43.2 of Schedule II to Canada’s Income Tax Regulations, the Accelerated Capital Cost Allowance (ACCA) allows investors an accelerated write-off of certain equipment used to produce energy in a more efficient way or to produce energy … More info
How Will Recent Clean Energy Contract Cancellations Affect Ontario?
Ontario accounts for a significant portion of Canada’s solar market. However, recent clean energy contract cancellations have plunged the industry into uncertainty. Within his first two weeks of taking office, the new Conservative government headed by Premier Doug Ford pulled … More info
Greenpeace is suing new Ontario government over cancellation of cap-and-trade system
September 11, 2018 Lawyers for Ecojustice and the uOttawa-Ecojustice Environmental Law Clinic filed the suit on behalf of Greenpeace Canada today aiming to halt Doug Ford Government’s decision to cancel the cap-and-trade program. The lawsuit alleges that the Progressive Conservative government … More info
10 Home Battery Storage Systems Poised to Take on Tesla’s Powerwall
At-home batteries are a must-have for anyone who plans to convert their home to solar power. The batteries store the electricity the solar panels generate, which can then be used at night or during peak hours to save money on … More info
Nissan Announces New Home Battery System
While it might seem a bit unlikely right now, using batteries for home energy storage will likely become increasingly popular as battery prices plunge and the auto industry continues its progress toward green-friendly electric cars. Tesla has its Powerwall, Mercedes … More info
What Is Virtual Net Metering?
Solar energy is surging in popularity throughout Canada. However, not everyone who wants to use renewable energy can install solar panels. These people include renters, people who cannot afford to upgrade to solar energy and people whose houses are too … More info
New Ontario Solar Rebates Program
UPDATE: GreenON program is closed as of June 19th, 2018. Stay tuned for further updates… May 2, 2018 Ontario Minister of Environment and Climate Change Chris Ballard has announced the launch of a highly anticipated new solar energy and energy storage program. … More info
