BC Hydro is offering generous rebates of up to $5,000 for both solar panel installations and energy storage systems, making it easier for homeowners and businesses in British Columbia to transition to renewable energy solutions. The rebate for solar systems supports customers in reducing their initial investment costs, allowing them to generate their own clean energy and lower their electricity … Read More
Solar in a deregulated power market
Alberta has a market for the supply of wholesale electricity. Prices vary with supply and demand. All other provinces but Ontario have a utility that is responsible for generating as well as delivering electricity and maintaining its infrastructure. In Alberta these tasks are the business of private generators (e.g. TransAlta, Enmax Energy) and wires owners (e.g Altalink, Fortis, Enmax Power), and there is an independent … Read More