Alberta’s proposed power framework for data centres (and its goal to expand gas production) could expose Albertans to the ups and downs of global gas markets. This could mean much higher electricity bills in the future. Let’s dive into the trade-offs ⬇️ buff.ly/X3nxDTE

Data centres, rising demand, and Alberta's energy bills | Pembina Institute

Canada needs more electricity — fast. In part, this is due to the projected growth of data centres that can power artificial intelligence and the increasing demands of our digital services.

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Canadians need more affordable EV options.🍁🚗 Opening our market to greater competition can help drive down costs and push automakers to offer better, cheaper vehicles. Our Transportation director explains why competition matters for consumers and Canada's auto future. #cdnpoli 👇

Importing 49,000 Chinese EVs isn’t the biggest threat to Canada’s auto sector — over-reliance on the U.S. is. Diversifying our auto sector by growing the availability of low-cost EVs is key to strengthening the industry’s long-term resilience. #cdnpoli #EVs More in @thewalrus.ca 📰👉 buff.ly/xOEFnZX

Global oil demand is set to fall for the first time since 2020, as conflict in the Middle East continues to disrupt supply, exposing the risks of relying on volatile oil markets. Another reminder that investing in electrification and clean energy also improves energy security. ⚡ 🔗 buff.ly/FLOHXB9

1/3 of B.C.’s skilled construction workers are set to retire in the next decade. With a workforce plan, the province has an opportunity to ensure local workers benefit first from major #CleanEnergy projects. #bcpoli More from @globalnews.ca 👉 buff.ly/edh8jrK

☀️ India is proving that economic growth doesn't have to depend on rising fossil fuel use. The country has surpassed 150 GW of solar capacity and is building the world's largest solar park to power industry, transportation and more with #CleanElectricity. 🔗➡️ buff.ly/ez0uaqn

Canadians are spending more time under wildfire smoke each year. Taking actions like investing in building retrofits can help shield people from smoke while preparing homes for a changing climate. #cdnpoli More in @nationalobserver.com 📰👉 buff.ly/lf8KFIG

We sat down with @nationalobserver.com to discuss Alberta's growing data centre demand, rising power prices, and why a diverse energy mix, including wind, solar, storage, and natural gas, offers the lowest-risk path forward. Your weekend read:

Alberta electricity industry expects tripling of power prices from data centres

In Capital Power's latest earnings call, the company's CEO, Avik Dey, told analysts that he couldn't rule out prices of "$80 or $90" per megawatt hour of electricity by early 2028. By 2029, rival…

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Some good news for British Columbians 👏 By 2035, the province and BC Hydro will build 3,500 more #ElectricVehicle charging ports, supported by a $700M public investment. This will create one of Canada’s largest public charging networks! 🚗🔌 #bcpoli #EVs 🔗: buff.ly/fcO5KxI

30+% EV uptake in the EU, over 50% in China, and 30% globally by the end of this year. The world is going electric. And if Canada wants a competitive auto industry, it needs to embrace electrification. That’s where the vehicle emissions standard comes in. More on @energimedia.bsky.social 🎙️🚗

Alberta shouldn’t default to natural gas generation for new #DataCentres. “With solar and wind power, quite often you have storage and backup batteries anyway. It’s a great way to store excess energy at times and send it back to the grid when it’s needed.” #abpoli 📰👉: buff.ly/hvP35S6

Canada is a leader in hydroelectricity, but when it comes to wind and solar, we rank just 57th. As countries race to build low-cost electricity systems, Canada has an opportunity to move faster on wind and solar at home. Read the latest findings from @ember-energy.org: buff.ly/M4opcpN

⚡ The age of electricity is here. The new #ElectrifyNow coalition highlights a trend underway: electrification and clean energy are reducing long-term demand for oil and gas. For Canada, prosperity increasingly depends on investing in clean electricity, grids and storage.

A new hyperscale data centre is coming to Alberta, raising important questions about electricity demand and affordability. Our electricity director spoke w/ CTV News about how increased reliance on natural gas generation could affect both electricity prices & home heating costs. ⬇️

META’s Proposed Data Centre

While META'S proposed data centre in sturgeon county has sparked excitement over economic growth---there are also questions about whether the province's electricity grid is ready for it Subscribe to…

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Oil and gas production is rising, but employment hasn’t kept pace. Canada needs a workforce strategy to prepare workers for growing industries in the #CleanEnergy economy and future opportunities. 👷☀️ #cdnpoli

China’s electric vehicle exports reached a record $9.2 billion in May 2026, with most going to Southeast Asia. 🤯 EV adoption is accelerating across Asia, adding to evidence that electrification is reducing future demand for oil. 🚗⚡ Dive into the data from @ember-energy.org ➡️ : buff.ly/kf1nY1E

#CleanEnergy projects are diversifying northern B.C.'s economy. The next step is making sure local workers benefit. That means investing in training and workforce planning alongside new projects. 👷💰 #bcpoli We break it down on @cbcradiocanada.bsky.social 🎙️👇 buff.ly/SzurUZc

Across Canada, wildfires and severe weather are driving up demand for related health care services as a result of climate change. Whole-building retrofits can help protect Canadians by limiting exposure to wildfire smoke👇 buff.ly/QZK9Hs5

#CleanEnergy projects are creating jobs across northern #BC — and local workers should have every opportunity to fill them. “We want to make sure locals are being given priority when it comes to things that are happening in their backyard.” More from @energeticcity.bsky.social 👉 buff.ly/lNQ32V5

Canada’s electricity demand is set to double by 2050. That’s why we need more grid integration. Yesterday’s First Ministers’ conference in PEI shows promising momentum to build new interties, but there’s no time to waste - let’s #ElectrifyNow. Our statement here ⬇️ buff.ly/monub6p

Mounting trade pressures reinforce the need for connected Canadian grid | Pembina Institute

EDMONTON — Tim Weis, Senior Director, Industrial Decarbonization at the Pembina Institute, made the following statement following the First Ministers’ announcement to advance the buildout of…

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As severe weather continues to drive costs in the real estate and insurance markets, resilience is being rewarded. Our new blog explains how building owners can benefit from green premiums and avoid falling behind with brown discounts. Find the full blog here 👉 buff.ly/MAmRQOF

Canada's electrification challenge isn't just generating more power; it's moving it where it's needed. Better interties could improve reliability, lower costs, support industrial growth, and make Canada's electricity system more resilient.

The missing link in Canada’s electrification push

Why Western Canada is betting on interprovincial power lines—and an Indigenous-led model to build them

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Trade uncertainty is a reminder that Canada needs policies that put Canadians first. Canadians need more choice and affordable cars. Policies that support competition can deliver that. A strong vehicle emissions standard builds a more resilient auto sector. 👇

New U.S. tariffs prove Canada needs a strong vehicle emissions strategy | Pembina Institute

TORONTO— ADAM THORN, clean growth director at the Pembina Institute, made the following statement in response to the latest U.S. tariffs on Canadian goods: “Recent U.S. trade actions are another…

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Alberta is poised to make $5.8 billion annually and sustain 24,000 local jobs, but investments are needed to realize these benefits. Our research found that $2.5 billion in annual investments is needed to meet projected growth in the retrofit sector. Read our full blog 👉 buff.ly/Lm1rmy6

We crunched the numbers: oilsands emissions could increase by 10% by 2040, even if the proposed Pathways carbon capture project moves ahead as planned. More from our director of Oil & Gas, Janetta McKenzie ⬇️

Experts question influx of major pipeline projects - Medicine Hat News

zmason@medicinehatnews.com Environmental and industry experts are split over the prospects of major pipeline developments as announcements proceed at a blistering pace. Earlier this month, two major…

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Connecting remote communities to provincial electricity grids can reduce diesel use, support economic development, and strengthen energy security. But grid connection isn't a one-size-fits-all solution. Our latest blog explores the opportunities and complexities ⬇️

Grid connection is making a big difference on diesel | Pembina Institute

Canada is home to more than 210 remote communities, located in nearly every province and territory in the country. The reason these communities are called “remote” is because, in contrast to the rest…

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Hyper-scale #datacentres are driving a surge in electricity demand across North America - and Alberta is next in line. What does that mean for affordability, emissions, and reliability on a gas-reliant grid? Our experts break it down⬇️

Data centres, rising demand, and Alberta's energy bills | Pembina Institute

Canada needs more electricity – fast. In part, this is due to the projected growth of data centers that can power artificial intelligence and the increasing demands of our digital services.

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Alberta is home for us. It’s where we were founded, and it’s who we work for every day. Alberta’s future is strongest within Canada — with access to investment, supply chains, and growing clean energy opportunities. Read our full statement: buff.ly/LGinsEp

Canadians are facing another devastating wildfire season, supercharged by climate change. Yet Canada's governments plan to spend taxpayer $ on a new pipeline, alongside a weakened Pathways carbon capture deal that will see emissions go up, not down. 🚨 Canadians deserve better. #cdnpoli

Could the world function with 9% less oil? New analysis suggests demand has fallen sharply in some markets, with little disruption, as people shift to transit, rail and electrified transport. A sign that global oil demand may flatten or decline. 🔗: buff.ly/wW5zXAg