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Getting the feel for an electric vehicle
2023-07-26
Dave Stewart is impressed with the electric vehicle he drove as part of the EV driving experience in Montague this summer.
As he exits the Kia Soul he remarks that it was in fact, “excellent!”
“I was surprised by the amount of torque it had. Smooth ride, quiet. “
Would he buy one?
“Sure, if the...
Environment minister receives recommendations on sustainability of biomass
2023-07-20
PEI’s Forestry Commission has released recommendations on the biomass sector.
“I appreciate the diligence of the commission in recognizing that recent developments in the biomass sector needed urgent analysis and I am reviewing their recommendations with department staff. I share the commission’...
Province partners with Safe Drivers PEI so people can try out an electric vehicle
2023-06-30
Islanders can try out an electric vehicle this summer in communities across the province.
With the help of Safe Drivers PEI, staff with the province’s Net Zero Office will be offering information on electric vehicles, financial incentives and opportunities to drive electric vehicles in July and...
Fire ban in PEI has ended
2023-06-06
The fire closure order issued on May 30, 2023 by Minister of Environment, Energy and Climate Action Minister Steven Myers has been revoked and the fire ban has ended.
Campfires and bonfires are allowed with the permission of property owners and if allowed by local bylaws.
Islanders planning to...
No brush burning allowed; PEI sending a crew to assist Nova Scotia
2023-05-29
Based on wind and weather projections and to minimize the risk of forest fires, officials predict outdoor burning will not be allowed until further notice.
The Burn Restrictions Map is updated daily at 1:30pm, and anyone planning an outdoor burn must consult the map before burning to confirm if...
Electric buses to help run PEI warming center in emergencies
2023-04-27
The Prince Edward Island government is working with The Lion Electric Company (NYSE: LEV) (TSX: LEV) ("Lion"), a leading manufacturer of all-electric medium and heavy-duty vehicles, to be first in Canada to use these vehicles to respond to disaster-related power outages.
Using vehicle-to-grid (“...
Provincial electric vehicle incentive expanding
2023-03-02
Changes to the electric vehicle purchase incentive will make it easier for Islanders to buy the electric vehicle (EV) of their choice.
Vehicles purchased at off-Island dealerships are now eligible for PEI’s Universal Electric Vehicle Incentive. The incentive has also expanded to include even more...
Breaking ground at Georgetown Clean Tech Park
2023-02-15
Work has begun on the future home of clean tech innovation and education in Prince Edward Island.
The Georgetown Clean Tech Park will be a 60-acre tax-free zone for clean tech companies. The park will be a destination that attracts companies, entrepreneurs and talent, all focused on advances in...
Province purchasing land in buffer zones
2023-02-09
The province is now offering to buy land near buffer zones, watercourses or wetlands.
The provincial government will buy land from owners at fair market price to support conservation, tree planting and/or reforestation activities through the Buffer Zone Acquisition Program.
“We want to work...
Nearly 3,000 free heat pumps installed across the province; even more Islanders now eligible
2023-02-06
Starting Wednesday, Island residents with an annual household income under $75,000 will be eligible for a free heat pump.
“The free heat pump program makes it easy for Island homeowners to help the province reach our nation-leading net zero goals. We’re closing in on nearly 3000 free heat pumps...