When deciding how to power your home or business, renewable energy can be a great option. Canada's renewable energy technologies currently supply over 17% of the country’s primary energy supplies, and 67% the electricity. Hydrocarbons and nucleus provide only 5% & 4% of Canada’s electricity, respectively. This is why renewable energy is an attractive option. This article will provide more information.
Wind
Canada's primary energy source is 17.3% from renewable energy technologies. This includes 67%, which is a significant increase over the 15% that comes from hydrocarbons and other nuclear sources. Accordingly, renewable energy sources are more important than ever to meet Canada's growing energy needs. And as they continue to grow in popularity and cost-effectiveness, more Canadians are recognizing the value of investing in them. This is good news, especially for Canadian businesses.
Solar
Today, renewable energy technologies provide 17.3% of Canada's primary energy needs. That's a large share of the electricity we use. Hydrocarbons and nuclear energy provide 15% and 18% respectively. Renewable energy technologies also make up a significant part of Canada's domestic electricity supply. Renewable energy technologies such as solar, wind and geothermal energy are all important to the country's future energy security. Particularly, solar panels can help us save money as well as the environment.
Biomass
Canada has many resources for renewable energy. Canada has large landmass, active farming and forest industries. There is also a rich supply of biomass that can used to produce energy. Bioenergy is the nation's second largest renewable energy resource. Wood has long been an important source of energy in Canada, and accounts for about seven per cent of residential energy use. However, biomass's energy potential isn't limited to heating homes. Wood can also be used to make biogas and electricity. These are both useful for heating homes or other applications.
Hydroelectricity
Hydroelectricity, one of Canada's most important forms of renewable power, is the best. In 2018, Manitoba produced nine per cent of the country’s hydroelectricity while the rest of Canada generated less than one percent. This trend and the development bioenergy have prompted considerable research efforts in the nation. Hydropower is a reliable and affordable source of energy. Hydropower is a reliable and cost-effective source of energy that can be used for many purposes, from hydroelectricity to transportation.
Green hydrogen
Canada has many natural resources which make it an attractive country for green hydrogen and ammonia production. Alberta's government has a multi billion dollar plan to tap the global hydrogen market. It is hoped to export and produce as much hydrogen as possible by 2050. When the first project is complete, the province will have produced about a quarter of this amount. To get started, the world's most powerful electrolysis facility is being constructed in Becancour.