Research & Analysis
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May 10, 2019
Article
The future of the electric utility in Canada’s remote communities
Regulatory and business model reforms could accelerate clean energy transition![various old Pembina Institute logos](/sites/default/files/styles/thumbnail/public/2024-05/alumni-bio.jpg?itok=CV_sBscF)
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March 27, 2019
Publication
Comments on Qulliq Energy Corporation’s proposed IPP policy
Pembina Institute submission on independent power producer program in Nunavut![various old Pembina Institute logos](/sites/default/files/styles/thumbnail/public/2024-05/alumni-bio.jpg?itok=CV_sBscF)
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March 6, 2019
Publication
The True Cost of Energy in Remote Communities
Understanding diesel electricity generation terms and economics — 2nd edition![various old Pembina Institute logos](/sites/default/files/styles/thumbnail/public/2024-05/alumni-bio.jpg?itok=CV_sBscF)
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Remote Communities
February 13, 2019
Media Release
Off-Diesel Initiative will bring new energy opportunities to remote and Indigenous communities
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January 28, 2019
Article
Remote communities meet renewable energy solutions
Challenges and opportunities for hybrid microgrids![various old Pembina Institute logos](/sites/default/files/styles/thumbnail/public/2024-05/alumni-bio.jpg?itok=CV_sBscF)
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January 15, 2019
Article
Diesel, renewables, and the future of Canada’s remote communities
Introduction to microgrids![various old Pembina Institute logos](/sites/default/files/styles/thumbnail/public/2024-05/alumni-bio.jpg?itok=CV_sBscF)
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December 12, 2018
Article
Indigenous clean energy shift must be built on trust and respect
Improving relationships key to ending diesel dependence in remote communities![various old Pembina Institute logos](/sites/default/files/styles/thumbnail/public/2024-05/alumni-bio.jpg?itok=CV_sBscF)
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October 25, 2018
Publication
Renewable Energy Partnerships and Project Economics
Research supporting Indigenous–utility partnerships and power purchase agreements![various old Pembina Institute logos](/sites/default/files/styles/thumbnail/public/2024-05/alumni-bio.jpg?itok=CV_sBscF)
February 16, 2018
Media Release
Federal funding should help reduce fossil fuel dependency in rural and remote communities
Pembina Institute reacts to Government of Canada funding clean energy in rural and remote communities![various old Pembina Institute logos](/sites/default/files/styles/thumbnail/public/2024-05/alumni-bio.jpg?itok=CV_sBscF)
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December 18, 2017
Article
Reflections on the 2017 Renewables in Remote Communities conference
Increasing the Human and Financial Capacity of Renewable Energy Systems in Remote Indigenous Communities![various old Pembina Institute logos](/sites/default/files/styles/thumbnail/public/2024-05/alumni-bio.jpg?itok=CV_sBscF)
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May 4, 2017
Publication
Putting a price on carbon pollution across Canada
Taking stock of progress, challenges, and opportunities as Canada prepares its national carbon pricing benchmark![various old Pembina Institute logos](/sites/default/files/styles/thumbnail/public/2024-05/alumni-bio.jpg?itok=CV_sBscF)
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March 30, 2017
Article
Reconciliation and Budget 2017: unlocking support for Indigenous communities’ transition to clean energy
Last week’s federal budget provides solid direction for Indigenous communities to lead their own clean energy transition![various old Pembina Institute logos](/sites/default/files/styles/thumbnail/public/2024-05/alumni-bio.jpg?itok=CV_sBscF)
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February 24, 2017
Article
Unlocking clean energy opportunities for Indigenous communities
Federal funding will help communities develop renewable energy projects and transition off diesel![various old Pembina Institute logos](/sites/default/files/styles/thumbnail/public/2024-05/alumni-bio.jpg?itok=CV_sBscF)