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2016 Network Webinars Begin March 3rd!
In March, CanSIA will launch the first of our upcoming members-only Network Webinars. These webinars are intended to inform and engage members on important industry trends and developments, as well as to keep members up-to-date on the work CanSIA is doing behalf of our members. Descriptions of each of the first three webinars, and details on how to register, can be found below.
March 3rd: "Behind-the-Meter and Small Power Producer Program Design"
This webinar will present a jurisdictional scan of existing program and regulatory designs for distributed solar generation in select jurisdictions including Alberta, Ontario and Saskatchewan and will outline some of the formal processes and related timelines underway for review and modernization.
March 31st: "Competitive Procurement of Renewable Electricity in Alberta"
This webinar will present an overview on the status of renewable electricity policy development and procurement design in Alberta driven by the province's Climate Leadership Plan on the path to 30% renewable electricity by 2030. Topics discussed will include the opportunities, challenges and outlook for solar.
April 28th: "Federal Tax Enablers & Incentives for Solar"
This webinar will present an overview of the options available to the Government of Canada to enable and incentivize the deployment of solar technology through the tax treatment of capital costs or revenue streams from solar technology.
Members can register for webinars
here.
Non-members who are interested in these webinars should consider joining CanSIA. More information about our member benefits and services is available
here.
Contact Lisa Hatina, Business Development & Member Relations Manager to discuss your membership options.
Please read on for some upcoming CanSIA Member benefits and services:
Policy Development Opportunities
Business Development Opportunities
Funding Announcements
Event Discounts
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Policy & Development Opportunities
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Members Invited to Participate in Five New Member Forums
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Recommendations for Distributed Solar Generation in Ontario
CanSIA created the Distributed Generation Task Force (DGTF) in early 2015 to develop and design a transition for the established Ontario solar industry from the FIT regime to net-metering.
The DGTF is
recommending modest additional support for net-metering for 3 - 5 years
before net-metering is economic without assistance.
The DGTF has drafted a recommendations report and will be
delivering a webinar on March 3rd to provide an overview of these recommendations to our members.
This report was circulated on February 23rd to members who have already joined the
Policy & Market Development Network
and/or the
Utility and Regulatory Affairs Network.
To be included in future Network communications, join one or more networks today
(please note that you will be required to enter your CanSIA Member login details).
To receive a copy of this report, please submit a request to the DGTF Project Manager, Ben Weir via email at bweir@cansia.ca.
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Business Opportunities
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Advertising Space Available in the 2016 Canadian Solar Industries Directory
Advertising in the CanSIA Annual Directory gives you exposure to the largest solar industry association in Canada, which includes five of the top 10 solar module producers in the world. Our members represent an 8 billion dollar purchasing power and the industry continues to grow month after month, year after year. This exclusive directory will be used by the industry as a reference and go-to guide when making their purchasing decisions. Designed to be easy and readily used, it represents the best of Canada's solar industry.
For a media kit or for more information, please contact John Pashko, Sales Manager at 866-201-3096 ext. 218 or 204-480-4418.
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The
Game Changer Awards recognize the excellence of the many individuals and organizations that have helped the solar energy industry mature by pursuing the path that will lead us to an even brighter future.
Award winners will be recognized at the Awards Gala taking place on May 16th the evening before Solar Ontario. Winners are also recognized on the event website and are able to promote their success in their own communications.
Award Categories:
- Solar Adopter
- Project Finance Innovation
- Community/First Nations' Solar Project
- Solar Service Excellence
- Solar Thermal Project of the Year
- Solar PV Project of the Year
- Solar Developer
- Smart Energy Management
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ominations are due Tuesday, March 1, 2016. For more information on how to nominate someone
click here.
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Exhibitors Wanted for Solar Thermal Pavillion at Solar Canada 2016!
Special Pricing of $999 plus HST (Primary business must be Solar Thermal to qualify).
Interested?
Contact Jessica Ward, Show Director at 613-736-9077 x225 or
jward@hfusa.com
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Funding Announcements
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SDTC's SD Tech Fundâ„¢ supports technologies that address the challenges of clean air, soil, water and climate change. This year, SDTC has issued five areas of priority for SD Tech Fund applicants:
- Responsible natural resource development
- Carbon-free power generation and distribution
- Remote and Northern Community Utility Systems
- Energy efficiency for industry and communities
- Next generation technologies with longer-term benefits for Canada
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Event Discounts
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Register for the 2016 Solar Ontario Conference by March 1st to get the Early Bird discount!
Solar Ontario 2016, May 16 - 17th in Niagara Falls is the vital meeting point for the solar energy industry in Ontario who are actively pursuing new business opportunities in the fast changing solar energy market. Over 300 solar and energy sector industry professionals, policy-makers, regulatory decision-makers and stakeholders will convene to build and maintain their network and to benefit from the insights and perspectives shared during conference keynote addresses, interactive briefings and lively panel discussions. The conference highlights will include:
- Keynote Addresses from Ontario's leading electricity sector decision-makers.
- Briefings on status and future direction of solar procurement through microFIT, FIT and LRP.
- Comprehensive pre-conference workshop on behind-the-meter solar and storage.
Register as an early bird by March 1st to save up to $100. Corporate and Supporter members of CanSIA receive an additional $135 off the cost of registration.
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The conference covers technical and financial topics, ranging from performance optimization to secondary market transactions.Network with 400+ attendees representing the leading service providers, asset/portfolio managers, IPPs, utilities, investors, developers and advisors active in the North American solar market.
CanSIA members receive 10% off the registration price.
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Canadian German Wind and Solar Energy Conference
March 23, 2016 - Calgary, AB
On November 22, Alberta's Premier Rachel Notley released Alberta's Climate Leadership Plan and announced that the province will implement an accelerated phase out of coal by 2030. Two-thirds of existing coal-generated electricity will be replaced with renewables.
By organizing the 12th Canadian German Wind and Solar Energy Conference in Calgary, Alberta, the Canadian German Chamber intends to utilize this current momentum and support local initiatives by bringing German know-how and experience to the province. In addition, it will help support the development of the industry and strategic partnerships between Canadian and German market players.
CanSIA members receive $20 off the registration fee.
Click here to learn more and access your member discount
(please note that you will be required to enter your CanSIA Member login details).
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Transmission and Distribution Excellence (T+DX)
March 30-31, Toronto
This March, Canada's largest Transmission & Distribution firms will gather in Toronto at the inaugural T+DX. With forward thinking and innovative stratagems, senior leaders will tackle the greatest technical challenges in systems and operations.
- Learn how to improve asset management to recognize and address risks in advance
- Optimize data integration from distributed generation and advanced metering
- Overcome power quality challenges as more renewables are integrated into the grid
- Gain insight into real-time distribution asset management strategies
- Discover current and future trends in distributed generation
- ... and much more!
CanSIA members receive a 15% discount.
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5th Annual Ontario Power Conference
April 12-13, 2016 - Toronto
Join CI Energy Group's 5th Annual Ontario Power Conference and receive
10% off the regular conference fee as a CanSIA member.
CI Energy Group's 5th annual Ontario Power Conference will provide you with a unique opportunity to prepare for the unprecedented changes unfolding in the Ontario power industry. Walk away with industry updates and innovative strategies to ensure your organization thrives in the face of shifting initiatives and changing business models. Esteemed speaking organizations include: Canadian Electricity Association (CEA), Hydro One, EDF EN Canada, Ontario Ministry of Energy and many more!
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2016 CABA Intelligent Buildings & Digital Home Forum
April 26-28, 2016 - San Diego, CA
As a token of appreciation CABA is providing a 10% discount to all CanSIA members to attend the 2016 CABA Intelligent Buildings & Digital Home Forum This Forum pass allows you full access to the CABA Forum sessions, workshops and networking events, where you are able to meet and network with some of the key stakeholders and other industry professionals in obtaining the latest information on the "Internet of Things, Connected Homes, M2M and Intelligent Buildings" sectors.
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Already a CanSIA member? Ensure your company profile information is up to date. Have your bundle administrator log in at
www.cansia.ca/user and click on the "Organization Profile" tab where you can view, update and save all of your company information.
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