Hydropower, the leading source of renewable energy, is facing significant challenges due to climate change-induced droughts and environmental concerns.
Nunavut Nukkiksautiit Corporation has received $6 million to conduct engineering and design work. It'll go towards a 15- to 30-megawatt water-power project located 60 kilometres northeast of the city.
A new Australian National University study says long-duration pumped hydro on non-river sites, combined with batteries, can meet global energy storage needs.
The B.C. government intends to pass legislation this spring to bring permitting and regulation of new renewable energy projects under the BC Energy Regulator (BCER).