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...
On behalf of the Government of Prince Edward Island and the PEI Energy Corporation, Doane Grant Thornton examined the ownership model of PEI’s electrical utilities, the Canadian electricity environment, and critical infrastructure alternatives.
Fifteen groups will receive close to a million dollars through PEI’s Climate Challenge Fund to help Islanders adapt to climate change, develop new technologies and opportunities, and reduce greenhouse gas emissions in innovative ways. Projects funded in the first year of the...
Investing in infrastructure - Prince Edward Island is the first Canadian jurisdiction to provide residents free access to a new online tool that will help lower their energy bills. The MyEnergyXpert platform can help homes and business reduce their energy usage, save money, and...
The province is seeking input from people in a new survey to help government better understand the scope of the cleantech sector in Prince Edward Island. The Cleantech Profile Survey will assist government to develop a profile for the sector and guide decisions and initiatives to...
The PEI Energy Blueprint Discussion Paper, developed to show the status of energy in PEI, will kick off a public engagement process to help develop an updated energy strategy for the province.
The Government of Prince Edward Island is reviewing energy legislation and is inviting Islanders, businesses, communities and energy partners to provide their feedback starting today. “Energy is key to our long-term sustainability goals in Prince Edward Island. Some of the major...
What is a Coastal Hazard Assessment (CHA)? A Coastal Hazard Assessment (CHA) is a free service that provides a summary of potential erosion and flood hazards associated with a coastal property. The CHA is intended to provide guidance for current and prospective property owners who want to be aware of the potential impacts of coastal hazards as they buy, sell, develop, and/or maintain a given property. Who can request a Coastal Hazard Assessment? Anyone can request a CHA for any coastal property on PEI. If you are the owner of a waterfront property, or are thinking about purchasing a coastal...
With the help of provincial funding from the Climate Challenge Fund, Islanders are working on 10 new and innovative projects to help combat climate change impacts. The goal of the fund is to empower people of various backgrounds, experiences, and expertise, working across sectors...
Islanders are invited to comment online on the next phase of the province’s strategy to address the effects of climate change. Created by the University of Prince Edward Island’s (UPEI) Climate Lab, “Prince Edward Island Climate Change Adaptation: Public Input Document” is now...