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The Pembina Institute is dedicated to addressing some of the most pressing energy issues we face today. Our mission is to minimize the negative effects of fossil fuels while promoting a shift towards a clean, safe energy system that enhances our quality of life. We share our knowledge with leaders in both industry and government, and we push for policies and regulations that are grounded in science, ensuring that environmental protection and energy development go hand in hand.

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Why It’s Time for Small Fleets to Electrify—and How Information Makes All the Difference | Pembina Institute

1 week ago | pembina.org | Adam Thorn

At the start of 2024, we set out to talk to small fleets across Canada about their interest in switching to electric vehicles (EVs). We thought we had a good sense of where they stood—turns out, we were way ahead of ourselves. Sure, most had heard of EVs, but that’s usually where their experience ended. Their list of questions and concerns? Long. One big reason for this gap: time. Small fleet owners and operators are busy—on the road, running their business, keeping things moving.
Alberta is out of step with the global push to build modern electricity systems

2 weeks ago | pembina.org | Jason Wang

EDMONTON — Jason Wang, senior analyst at the Pembina Institute’s electricity program, made the following statement in response to the Government of Alberta’s announcement that it intends to launch a legal challenge against the federal Clean Electricity Regulations:“Today’s announcement from the Government of Alberta is disappointing.
Driving impact in 2024

3 weeks ago | pembina.org | Adam Thorn

In 2024, momentum continued to build across Canada’s electric vehicle sector. The year’s efforts explored the role of clean fuels in decarbonizing freight, identified barriers to charging and proposed practical solutions, supported small fleets in making the shift to electric and highlighted the significant public health benefits of electrification. Infrastructure continued to expand, investment grew and innovation advanced across the sector.
Alberta’s electricity market restructure remains a source of investment uncertainty

1 month ago | pembina.org | Jason Wang

EDMONTON — JASON WANG, senior electricity analyst at the Pembina Institute, made the following statement in response to the Government of Alberta tabling legislation related to the Restructured Energy Market:“The tabling of legislation today is a step towards resolving the considerable uncertainty experienced by the electricity sector in Alberta in the last two years.
Alberta is swimming against the tide on clean electricity

1 month ago | pembina.org | Jason Wang

Last month, the Government of Alberta published a press release criticizing the federal Clean Electricity Regulations (CER) that were finalized in December 2024. More recently, Alberta has called for the policy to be entirely revoked. While Alberta and Canada are currently rocked by uncertainty caused by the actions of the United States, there are some deeper, longer term economic trends related to the energy transition that the country and the province must also pay attention to.
Walk the Line | Pembina Institute

1 month ago | pembina.org | Jason Wang |Scott MacDougall

Alberta’s power grid is essentially an electricity island, isolated from its neighbours except for three small connections. Adding more capacity in cross-border transmission, otherwise known as interties, would dramatically increase the cost-effectiveness, reliability and resilience of the power grid.
Harmful U.S. tariffs on auto industry must not undermine Canada’s commitment to EVs

1 month ago | pembina.org | Adam Thorn

TORONTO, ON — ADAM THORN, director of transportation at the Pembina Institute, made the following statement in response to U.S. tariffs on automobile and automobile part exports. “Canadian auto workers and manufacturers face serious uncertainty with U.S. tariffs on vehicles and auto parts set to take effect April 3. These tariffs will put thousands of jobs at-risk, drive-up costs and make it harder for Canadian businesses to compete. “Workers and businesses across Canada will feel the effects.
Report outlines actions needed to prepare Alberta’s buildings for severe weather

1 month ago | pembina.org | Rachel Sutton

CALGARY, AB – Like the rest of the world, Alberta is facing more severe weather events, with rising temperatures, wildfires, and more frequent extreme storms threatening homes and businesses. A new Pembina Institute report Preparing Alberta's buildings for severe weather, written in partnership with the Alberta Ecotrust Retrofit Accelerator program, highlights the immediate need for deep retrofits to ensure the province’s buildings can withstand these changing conditions.
Lower costs, competitive businesses — how small fleets can benefit from going electric | Pembina Institute

2 months ago | pembina.org | Adam Thorn

Canada’s trucking industry has long been powered by hardworking entrepreneurs. From owner-operators and family-run businesses, small fleet owners play a vital role in keeping goods moving across the country. But as electric vehicle sales grow worldwide, many small fleet owners find themselves at a crossroads — the transportation industry is changing fast and fleet operators need to decide how best to navigate new technologies and rising costs.
Protecting Ontario means leaning into the new energy economy

2 months ago | pembina.org | Adam Thorn |Scott MacDougall

TORONTO — Canada’s most populous province has all the elements needed to thrive economically, if its leaders choose to lean into the era of low-carbon economic growth, according to a new report from the Pembina Institute.