Catching up on Renewable Energy

Backgrounder for WIREC 2008

February 28, 2008
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Tim Weis
Former Program Director, Renewable Electricity
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Roger Peters
Former Senior Advisor
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This backgrounder was produced by the Canadian Renewable Energy Alliance ahead of the Washington International Renewable Energy Conference (WIREC) on March 4, 2008 — the largest renewable energy conference ever held. It outlines why WIREC provides an excellent opportunity for Canada to make a new commitment to renewable energy.

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Tim Weis
Former Program Director, Renewable Electricity
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Roger Peters
Former Senior Advisor

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Programs

Leading the transition to clean energy requires advancing solutions to today’s energy challenges from various angles.

 

The Pembina Institute has spent four decades working to reduce the environmental impacts of Canada’s energy production and to provide actionable ideas on how to implement clean energy.

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Buildings

Buildings in Canada should be net-zero, safe, affordable, and resilient. Policies can make this happen.
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Oil & Gas

The oil and gas sector is the largest source of emissions in Canada. Research, policy, and regulations can change that. 
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Electricity

Fewer emissions, more opportunity. Our solutions lead to clean, reliable and affordable energy sources. 
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Remote Communities

Diesel is the main fuel source used to heat and power remote communities. A transition to healthier, more reliable, energy is within reach.
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Equitable Transition

A net-zero economy should extend opportunities to everyone. The future energy industry is for all.  
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Transportation

Actionable policy has the power to advance Canada’s transition to carbon-free transportation.