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2010-2023
Transmission lines in front of a boreal forest backdrop. Photo by Stephen Hui.
November 9, 2021
Op-ed

No better time to invest in an electric future

An interconnected net-zero grid optimizes Canada’s energy strengths beyond provincial borders
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Solar installation in Behchoko with worker
Remote Communities
November 3, 2021
Article

Why we need fair prices for Indigenous-led renewable energy

Utilities and investors can support rates that account for the benefits of clean energy
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Sunset over electricity lines and towers
November 1, 2021
Op-ed

Four key climate actions to watch for at COP26

The UN climate summit is Canada’s opportunity to commit to reducing emissions where cuts are most needed
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B.C. legislature
October 20, 2021
Op-ed

B.C. needs clear vision for energy future

Highly anticipated updated climate plan is make-or-break moment for climate success
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UDSI wins Canada’s Clean50 Top 20 Project Award - group photo
October 5, 2021
Article

One-of-a-kind coalition awarded for tackling transportation emissions

Clean50 Top Project recipient seeks to reduce impact of urban deliveries
Kehkashan Basu, founder of the Green Hope Foundation, at a public speaking engagement. Photo by United Religions Initiative.
September 23, 2021
Article

Canada’s climate leaders say no one must be left behind in the energy transition

Inclusiveness and urgency front-of-mind for women leading the way to net-zero
Spire Landing, Passive House rental apartment building, under construction at Fraser Street and East 57th Avenue in Vancouver. July 6, 2018. Photo: Stephen Hui, Pembina Institute.
September 16, 2021
Article

To reach climate goals, we need to break down gender barriers

The Pembina Institute launches the Women in the Energy Transition program with a dialogue series on Sept. 29
Solar installation in Northern Alberta
September 13, 2021
Article

When business-as-usual is a barrier to clean energy

In remote communities, utilities need to change to meet climate goals and consumer needs
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Parliament Hill, Ottawa
September 10, 2021
Article

Four essential elements in any federal climate plan

What’s needed for a safe climate – and what the parties promise to deliver. The differences are clear
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Aerial view of well pad (square, clear-cut area) with road access in the midst of the boreal forest; lake and clear sky in background
July 30, 2021
Article

Inactive and orphaned wells continue to present challenges for landowners

Pembina Institute provides solutions and guides on our updated liabilities webpages
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July 23, 2021
Article

Solid methodology key to trustworthy climate policy findings

Assessment included multiple stages of review by subject-matter experts
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Table of indicators from All Hands on Deck report
July 23, 2021
Article

Are Canada’s provinces and territories ready to act on climate?

11 categories of climate action. 24 indicators. Not a single Canadian government fully prepared to deliver.
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Closeup of solar panels
July 14, 2021
Article

2021 is smashing records for Canadian renewable energy deals

Corporations are driving demand for solar and wind power in Alberta
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Pedestrians crossing busy Toronto street
June 25, 2021
Article

Partnerships and agility key to successful urban freight solutions: panel

Pembina Institute co-hosts roundtable on urban delivery solutions with global leaders
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Aerial view of the Town of Innisfail's 25-megawatt solar farm, located just off of highway 54
June 11, 2021
Article

Local leadership brings big renewable energy opportunities to Alberta town

How the Innisfail town council kickstarted a conversation, creating a chain reaction of innovative and profitable projects
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