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In October 2024, Canada imposed a sweeping 100% surtax on Chinese electric vehicles (EVs), aligning with U.S. trade policy and citing the need to protect Canadian jobs and industrial investments.

Canada’s dream of a fully connected national electricity grid stretching from coast to coast is becoming less of an idea and more of a necessity. As climate change intensifies and the push for clean energy grows, connecting the provinces through an integrated grid is one of the smartest ways to future-proof Canada’s energy system.

Canada is building more than just mines. We’re developing a full-scale critical minerals processing industry to supply the clean energy revolution. From cutting-edge lithium recycling to ultra-low-emission nickel production, we’re leaning into innovation to become a global leader.

Canada is moving to secure our place in the global clean energy transition. But electric vehicles, solar panels, and wind turbines technologies all depend on one thing: critical minerals. Canada is building a secure and responsible supply chain, from mining to processing, to meet that demand.

Canada is surrounded by energy. Literally. With over 243,000 kilometres of coastline and some of the world’s strongest offshore wind resources, we have enormous potential to lead in floating offshore wind energy. Yet, surprisingly, not a single floating offshore wind farm (FOWF) is operational here.

Canada’s electrical grid faces a critical moment. Extreme weather, surging electricity demand, and outdated infrastructure push the system to its limits. While the grid has long been reliable, experts now warn that without rapid modernization, the power Canadians depend on may not always be there when it’s needed most.

Canada’s SMR strategy earned us international attention. National action plans, major investments, and provincial partnerships all aim to position the country as a global SMR leader. But as promising as that sounds, Canada’s path toward operational SMRs has been more complex than hoped.

Small Modular Reactors (SMR) are certainly not new. Are they safer and a better economically viable nuclear power? Canada could have been a global leader with an ambitious national strategy.

The sun goes down, and the wind doesn’t always blow. We need dependable energy storage solutions as solar and wind power more of our electrical grid. Canada uses various grid energy storage technologies today. Each has unique benefits, limitations, and capital and operating costs. A stable renewable energy future depends on more than one.

The clean energy industry is constantly growing. As demand grows for clean alternatives to fossil fuels, there is a rising focus on hydro, wind, solar, and nuclear power alternatives. Using clean energy has financial benefits for the industry and individual households. Additionally, clean energy helps reduce pollution, furthering the promise of a healthier future for all Canadians. With hydro leading Canada’s clean energy sector, there are many opportunities for wind and sola

China may have found a powerful way to fight climate change and energy problems using a little-known metal called thorium. This metal is often tossed aside as mining waste, but it could be the key to safe, clean, and long-lasting nuclear energy.

Hydrogen is making headlines again for good reason. As parts of the world race toward net-zero emissions, hydrogen is hailed as a versatile, clean energy source that could well start replacing fossil fuels across industries.

How to Add Renewable Energy to the Canadian Electrical Power Grid

Lithium-ion batteries have powered our world for decades. But they have limits. Safety risks. Short lifespans. Inefficient charging. Solid-state battery technology is a promising alternative. Are we looking at a revolution in energy storage in Canada's energy and transportation sectors? Check out the in-depth article by our researcher, Lucas Bettle , HERE . What Are Solid-State Batteries? Traditional lithium-ion batteries use liquid electrolytes. Solid-state batteries use s

To read the in-depth version of this article, please visit "Can We Use Saltwater Instead of Lithium-Ion Batteries? (In-Depth Article). Saltwater batteries are emerging as a promising option for energy storage in various sectors, including municipal, residential, commercial, and industrial applications. Although they currently face some constraints, their potential benefits make them an attractive choice. One key advantage is that they do not require a small footprint, which i

Electric vehicle (EV) battery production involves a complex supply chain. Every battery needs mining, refining, and assembling different materials. These materials, like lithium, cobalt, and nickel, are essential for the battery to perform well and last long enough.

What happens to the battery in your old smartphone once you get rid of it? Once an afterthought, now extracting valuable metals from discarded phones, electric vehicle batteries, and countless other gadgets that power our digital lives is a thriving industry. And as the global appetite for portable electronics and electric vehicles continues to surge, so does the mountain of spent lithium-ion batteries. But can we keep going like this? Why Lithium-ion Batteries? In the worl

Electric vehicles (EVs) are on the rise. Just look outside. You’ll probably see a Tesla or even a Rivian. Recently, new, more ecological cars have started invading even EV-averse roads of Alberta! And yet, some feel that while one revolution has just begun, another is right around the corner. Its name? Hydrogen. Progress can’t stand still. That’s true, but hydrogen? Will this supposedly magic solution make cars more eco-friendly and still have all the best qualities of gas ve

Electric vehicles (EVs) are an increasingly common choice for Canadians. This is good news since Canada plans to phase out combustion vehicles by 2035 and replace them with EVs. It’s ambitious — some even say unrealistic because of the lack of charging infrastructure. But who’s responsible for building the charging infrastructure for this massive transition? Is any money collected through carbon taxation used for this? The Carbon Tax The carbon tax policy is designed to

Electric vehicles are on the rise — there’s no denying it. In big cities, they are no longer an oddity, and as they become more affordable, more people buy them. Transportation is responsible for roughly 25% of emissions in Canada [9]. So, people see BEVs as a potential solution. Yet, there are still many barriers to overcome. More Canadians live in condos, apartments and other housing where a BEV owner may not have a garage charger. More BEVs Means More Condo Challenges In 2