Energy Energy

AUC inquiry update: Alberta to declare no-build zones and mandatory reclamation security requirements for renewable energy projects

On February 28, Alberta announced intended changes to its electricity generation regime, including an “agriculture first” approach and buffer...

Ontario releases new regulations for carbon storage

New regulations in Ontario pave the way for carbon storage demonstration projects using private wells. Richard King, Jake Sadikman, Jennifer Fairfax,...

Nunavut to take control of Crown land within territory following devolution agreement with Canada

Last week, the federal government agreed to transfer control of Crown lands in Nunavut to the territory by April 2027. We look at the history of...

Zero-emission vehicles regulation under the Canadian Environmental Protection Act

On December 20, 2023, the federal government announced new regulations that will require 100% of light-duty vehicles offered for sale in Canada to be...

Proposed clean electricity regulations: is Canada staying in its lane?

In support of international efforts to limit climate change, the Government of Canada is endeavouring to achieve a net-zero emissions national...

Energy transition ushers in compensation claims for shifting land use plans

­­­Energy transition has led to an inevitable shift in government land use plans.

Court rules federal cabinet acted outside their authority by broadly designating plastic manufactured items as toxic

The Federal Court recently ruled that the federal cabinet acted outside their authority when they issued an order adding “Plastic Manufactured...

Ontario proposes to permit renewable energy virtual net metering arrangements for ICI participants

Ontario is seeking feedback from electricity industry participants on a proposal that would enable corporate power purchase agreements. Jake...