Agriculture producers in PEI who are interested in adopting clean technologies can once again apply for the PEI Agriculture Energy Systems Pilot Program. The PEI Agriculture Energy Systems Pilot Program (PEIAgESP) is a provincial investment into the local agriculture industry...
A document that summarizes energy efficiency and net zero funding programs available to Island residents.
Solar panels and heat pumps are now fueling the community rink in Tyne Valley. Supported by $345,147 from the province’s Community Renewable Energy Generation (CREG) fund, the Cavendish Farms Community Events Centre in Tyne Valley has a 99 KW solar system which will help reduce...
There’s a new funding program for agricultural producers in PEI looking to adopt clean technologies to decrease greenhouse gas (GHG) emissions, optimize energy use on farms, and increase farm resilience by reducing energy costs. The PEI Agriculture Energy Systems Pilot Program...
A new fund will help with the research and development costs for Island cleantech projects. The Cleantech Research and Innovation Fund will provide up to $500,000 to PEI businesses, educational institutions, or Indigenous communities for research and development that contributes...
Islanders are invited to fill out a new survey on forest policy. Towards A New Forest Policy – a discussion paper by the Prince Edward Island Forestry Commission contains 13 key issues related to forestry including the future of a legislative framework, sustainability of biomass...
“What the heck is cleantech?” Sandra Moore laughs as she repeats the question that she has been asked many times since taking on her role as director of the Cleantech Academy and Innovation Centre with the provincial government. “It is a good question. I like to think of it as...
Hermanville Wind Farm was not operating at its peak ability due to turbine issues. In 2023, there were major repairs to turbines T1, T2, T3, T5 and T7. Repairs have resulted in better energy generation. The repairs will extend the life of existing shafts and improve the...