Montreal Winter Spikes Hydro-Quebec Bills
Montreal residents face steep Hydro-Quebec bills amid bitter cold, with energy consumption surging during prolonged winter freeze across Quebec.
Category : Energy Sector
Alberta Needs Fiscal Stability with Industry Cleanup Funding
Alberta faces fiscal instability from volatile oil revenues and mounting cleanup liabilities. A stable fiscal plan requires industry to fund environmental remediation while implementing predictable revenue sources.
Pathways Alliance Chair Exits as Carbon Capture Deadline Nears
Derek Evans, founding executive chair of the Pathways Alliance, concludes his tenure as Canada's oilsands consortium faces pivotal decisions on its $16.5-billion carbon capture project.
ARC Resources Stock Drops Despite Strong Earnings
Calgary's ARC Resources Ltd. saw its shares fall sharply after reporting production problems at its key Attachie project, overshadowing record quarterly results.
Tesla Hiring for Musk's Expanded Solar Strategy
Tesla executives confirm the company is actively recruiting new talent to support CEO Elon Musk's ambitious and expanded solar energy initiatives, signaling a renewed focus on renewable power.
Cubans Face Survival Amid U.S. Oil Blockade, Energy Crisis
As the United States moves to restrict oil supplies, Cuba confronts a severe energy crisis, leaving citizens uncertain about daily survival and economic stability.
Canadian Oil Supply Glut Forms as Discounts Widen
Canada's oil market signals a supply glut with discounts exceeding US$15 per barrel. The expanded Trans Mountain pipeline initially boosted prices but now faces competition and storage challenges.
NS Power Targets March Meter Reconnection Amid Billing Concerns
Nova Scotia Power anticipates reconnecting all meters by late March as customers face ongoing billing problems. The utility's customer care director addresses the challenges.
U.S. Oil Giants Target OPEC Nations with Trump's Backing
Exxon Mobil and Chevron are pursuing production expansion in geopolitically risky OPEC nations like Venezuela, Iraq, and Libya, supported by U.S. foreign policy under President Trump.
Bill C-5 Shields Canadian Oil from Venezuela Threat
Analysis explains why Venezuela's potential oil industry revival poses minimal threat to Canada's energy sector, highlighting governance risks and investment hesitancy.
Green Steel's Economic Reality: Hydrogen Production Hurdles
An analysis of green steel production reveals staggering costs and energy requirements that challenge its viability as a replacement for traditional blast furnace methods in Canada's industrial future.
Gas Prices Jump Across the Maritimes
Drivers in Atlantic Canada face higher fuel costs as gas prices rise across the Maritimes, reflecting broader economic and market factors affecting regional energy.
Hydro-Québec Speeds Up Côte-St-Luc Substation Project
Hydro-Québec is accelerating transmission line upgrades for the new Côte-St-Luc substation after over 15,000 customers lost power during January's coldest weekend. The $740 million project aims to improve grid reliability by 2029.
Manitoba Hydro Lawsuit Dismissal Sought by Governments
Winnipeg governments and Manitoba Hydro file motion to dismiss lawsuit alleging environmental damage from Lake Winnipeg Regulation hydroelectric project.
Legault Vows 7-Year Predictability for Horne Smelter
Quebec Premier François Legault commits to ensuring seven years of operational predictability for Glencore's Horne Smelter in Rouyn-Noranda, addressing economic stability concerns in the region.
NB Power Eyes Medical Isotope Production at Lepreau
New Brunswick's NB Power is investigating the potential for medical isotope production at its Point Lepreau Nuclear Generating Station, marking a significant diversification opportunity.
Manitoba Propane Facility Explosion Injures Workers, Stops Work
A serious explosion and fire at a propane distribution facility in the RM of Taché, Manitoba has resulted in worker injuries and prompted immediate stop-work orders from authorities as investigations begin.
Cologix Acquires 38 Acres in Ashburn for $5B Growth Plan
Cologix announces strategic 38-acre land acquisition in Ashburn, Virginia, to develop new AI-ready interconnection hub supporting long-term $5B Northern Virginia growth plan.
Cuba Power Outages Persist as U.S. Tensions Escalate
Cubans face ongoing electricity blackouts and energy rationing, with tensions with the U.S. adding to the strain. The situation highlights infrastructure challenges and geopolitical pressures.
ConocoPhillips Targets $1B Cost Cuts After Profit Miss
Energy giant ConocoPhillips reveals plans to slash costs by US$1 billion in 2026 after reporting quarterly earnings below expectations, signaling strategic adjustments in the competitive oil sector.
Chinese State Firms Eye Canadian Oil Sands Amid Federal-Provincial Deal
Alberta Premier Danielle Smith praises a new federal-provincial memorandum of understanding as Chinese state-owned companies consider majority stakes in Canada's oil patch, raising economic and security concerns.
OPG Chair Wendy Kei Joins General Fusion as Advisor
Ontario Power Generation Board Chair Wendy Kei has joined General Fusion as a strategic advisor, bringing over 30 years of financial leadership and governance experience to the fusion energy company as it prepares to go public.
Quebec LNG Project Touted as Gateway to European Market
A new report from the Montreal Economic Institute argues that a proposed Quebec liquefied natural gas project should be expedited to position Canada as a key supplier to Europe amid shifting energy dynamics.
London Considers District Energy for City Buildings
The City of London is evaluating an innovative district energy system to provide heating for three municipal facilities, potentially reducing costs and environmental impact.
B.C. First Nation Withdraws Support for Gas Export Facility
A First Nation in British Columbia has withdrawn its support for a liquefied gas export facility, marking a significant shift in Indigenous relations with energy projects in the province.
Oilsands Giants Smash Records, Rise in Global Production
Alberta's oilsands sector achieved record-breaking production in 2025, with output more than doubling since 2010. Major companies like Suncor, Cenovus, and Canadian Natural Resources are setting new benchmarks.
Canada's LNG Push Faces Scrutiny Over Climate and Economic Risks
As Canada accelerates liquefied natural gas projects like Ksi Lisims, experts question the economic viability, environmental impact, and national interest of these multi-billion dollar investments.
Suncor Reports 70% Safety Improvement and New Strategy
Suncor Energy CEO Rich Kruger reports a 70% reduction in worker injuries over three years, with 2025 being the safest year in company history, while announcing new three-year and 15-year strategic plans.
Syria Signs Offshore Oil Deal with Chevron, Qatar
Syria has finalized a significant offshore oil field agreement with Chevron and a Qatari investor, marking a pivotal step in its energy sector development.
Alberta Energy Needs More Than Symbolic MOUs
Analysis of why Alberta's energy sector requires substantive federal policy changes beyond memorandums of understanding, examining competitive threats from Venezuela and regulatory challenges.
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