Canada and solar power
Solar Energy Statistics
According to the Canadian Renewable Energy Association (CanREA), the solar energy sector grew by 13.6% (288 MW) in 2021. Canada now has a solar capacity of 2,399 MW, compared to 2,111 MW in 2020. Canada's most valuable source for solar generation is Ontario, sharing almost 96% of its solar power.[1] In 2021 Canada had over 50 energy storage projects with the highest concentration of facilities in Ontario. Canada's utility scale rechargeable energy storage capacity is estimated at over 160 MWac.[2]
"Most of the solar power generating potential in Canada is located in the south in Alberta, Saskatchewan, and Ontario. Canada has an overall maximum capacity factor of 6%, compared to 15% in the US. The Canada Energy Regulator (CER) anticipates that solar will form 3% of the country's overall generation by 2040.[3] The potential in coastal regions is lower due to increased cloud cover. Many Canadian cities have a solar potential that rivals many major cities around the world. Installing solar panels on the roofs of residential homes can supply half of Canada's home energy demands. An anticipated 3,000 MW will be commissioned by the end of 2022 and a similar amount in 2023.
From Global Energy Monitor Wiki
We compete with the world and currently have one of the highest standard of living ratings largely attributed to our abundant natural resources including cheap abundant electricity due to Hydro and Fossil Fuels.
We have no advantage with solar as we have among the lowest capacity factors in the world.
Solar in Canada is 100% driven by Government regulation and subsidies, tariffs, and incentives at every level of production.
The power produced is contracted to companies like Amazon that are intensive C02 producers to greenwash their image and avoid carbon tax. Incentivized again.
There is no solar industry without taxpayer dollars. Zero
“On wind energy, we get a tax credit if we build a lot of wind farms. That's the only reason to build them. They don't make sense without the tax credit.†– Warren Buffett
Solar Energy Statistics
According to the Canadian Renewable Energy Association (CanREA), the solar energy sector grew by 13.6% (288 MW) in 2021. Canada now has a solar capacity of 2,399 MW, compared to 2,111 MW in 2020. Canada's most valuable source for solar generation is Ontario, sharing almost 96% of its solar power.[1] In 2021 Canada had over 50 energy storage projects with the highest concentration of facilities in Ontario. Canada's utility scale rechargeable energy storage capacity is estimated at over 160 MWac.[2]
"Most of the solar power generating potential in Canada is located in the south in Alberta, Saskatchewan, and Ontario. Canada has an overall maximum capacity factor of 6%, compared to 15% in the US. The Canada Energy Regulator (CER) anticipates that solar will form 3% of the country's overall generation by 2040.[3] The potential in coastal regions is lower due to increased cloud cover. Many Canadian cities have a solar potential that rivals many major cities around the world. Installing solar panels on the roofs of residential homes can supply half of Canada's home energy demands. An anticipated 3,000 MW will be commissioned by the end of 2022 and a similar amount in 2023.
From Global Energy Monitor Wiki
We compete with the world and currently have one of the highest standard of living ratings largely attributed to our abundant natural resources including cheap abundant electricity due to Hydro and Fossil Fuels.
We have no advantage with solar as we have among the lowest capacity factors in the world.
Solar in Canada is 100% driven by Government regulation and subsidies, tariffs, and incentives at every level of production.
The power produced is contracted to companies like Amazon that are intensive C02 producers to greenwash their image and avoid carbon tax. Incentivized again.
There is no solar industry without taxpayer dollars. Zero
“On wind energy, we get a tax credit if we build a lot of wind farms. That's the only reason to build them. They don't make sense without the tax credit.†– Warren Buffett
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