Analytics & Publications

Institutional Analysis

Strategic Institutional ROI in Canadian Energy Systems

An in-depth look at how institutional design impacts the return on investment for major energy infrastructure projects across Canada. This paper benchmarks provincial frameworks against international best practices.

Published on 15 Oct 2023 by Editorial Team Read Full Paper

Governance

Cross-Sectoral Coordination in Grid Modernization

This paper explores the challenges and opportunities in coordinating efforts between electricity, transport, and industrial sectors for a holistic approach to grid modernization and decarbonization.

Published on 22 Sep 2023 by Editorial Team Read Full Paper

International Policy

Navigating Trans-Boundary Energy Mechanisms

A comprehensive overview of the regulatory and operational frameworks governing energy trade between Canada and the United States, focusing on reliability standards and market seams.

Published on 05 Aug 2023 by Editorial Team Read Full Paper

Technology & Policy

Integrating Variable Renewables: A Planner's Perspective

An analysis of the institutional adaptations required by strategic planners to reliably integrate high penetrations of wind and solar power into the grid. Explores capacity markets and ancillary services.

Published on 18 Jun 2023 by Editorial Team Read Full Paper

Regulatory Bodies

The Evolution of Performance-Based Regulation in Canada

A comparative study of how different provincial regulators are implementing performance-based regulation (PBR) to incentivize utility efficiency, innovation, and customer value.

Published on 02 May 2023 by Editorial Team Read Full Paper

System Operations

Cybersecurity Governance for Critical Energy Infrastructure

This report examines the institutional roles and responsibilities for protecting Canada's bulk electric system from cyber threats, highlighting gaps and proposing enhanced coordination mechanisms.

Published on 11 Mar 2023 by Editorial Team Read Full Paper

Social Equity

Indigenous Partnerships in Energy Projects: Evolving Institutional Models

Analysis of successful and challenging models for involving First Nations, Métis, and Inuit communities as partners and stakeholders in the development and operation of energy infrastructure.

Published on 20 Jan 2023 by Editorial Team Read Full Paper

Governance

Electrification of Transportation: Grid Impacts and Regulatory Hurdles

An examination of the institutional challenges that regulators and planners face in preparing the grid for widespread transportation electrification, from distribution upgrades to rate design.

Published on 12 Nov 2022 by Editorial Team Read Full Paper