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06/08/2022

Bifacial Solar Modules - Does it still make sense to use Monofacial? - Bifacials have been shown to increase power production, but are they worth the additional cost?

Bifacials have been shown to increase power production, but are they worth the additional cost?

04/22/2022

The Ontario government is making it easier for homeowners, farms, and businesses to use rooftop solar to help lower the cost of their electricity bills: https://hubs.ly/Q018G-RM0

03/28/2022

The implementation of Toronto Green Building Standard Version 4 is right around the corner. Use Solar PV to meet the new requirements, approach Net Zero, and future proof your build.

Version 4 of Toronto Green Building Standard is right around the corner. Use Solar to meet requirements, approach Net Zero, and future proof your build.

12/13/2021

As CF Chinook and ENMAX wrap up their innovative solar pilot project, Compass is proud to have been part of an important step towards a sustainable grid in Alberta—supporting the project through consulting, engineering, feasibility analysis, financial forecasting, and more.

As CF Chinook wraps up its rooftop solar pilot project, Compass is proud to have been part of an important step towards a sustainable grid in Alberta.

10/12/2021

Solar Industry Doubles Down on Solar+ Decade Goal, Targets 30% Solar by 2030 | SEIA

WASHINGTON, D.C. — The Solar Energy Industries Association (SEIA) is increasing its goal for Solar+ Decade, aiming for solar to account for 30% of U.S. electricity generation by 2030. The organization’s previous goal was 20% by 2030, and this revision aligns with the Biden administration’s cle...

08/19/2021

Henk Bertens, owner of Bertens Poultry Farm, was unhappy with how much he was paying on his hydro bill... so he called Toews Power.

Check us out in the latest issue of Milk Producer Magazine along with Toews Power.

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07/30/2021

FIT Contract Holders: Don’t let an audit catch you off guard!

The IESO's annual audit cycle happens every summer in Q3. At any time, the IESO can review whether a renewable energy facility has been developed in compliance with Domestic Content and other FIT contract requirements. Now would be a good time to ensure your DC and contract documents are in order. Learn more below:

The IESO's annual audit cycle is happening right now and it would be a good time to ensure your DC documents are in order.

06/17/2021

The most effective method to reduce carbon emissions from buildings is to build them all electric, with the electricity coming from renewable sources such as Solar.

Check out the role of Solar in achieving the CAGBC Zero Carbon Building Standard.

This blog explores the many ways that Solar helps to create Zero Carbon Buildings with special regard to CaGBC’s Zero Carbon Building Standards.

06/10/2021

Interconnection design continues to be a hurdle for clients. While working to comply with the Ontario Electrical Safety Code (OESC), costs go up quickly if the facility needs to upgrade the switchgear to meet regulations.

Here are strategies to mitigate some of these costs:

One major hurdle for NEM Customers is interconnection design. This blog was written to offer strategies to mitigate some of these costs. 

05/20/2021

Compass is continuing to support clients through design and engineering of solar projects in Saskatchewan. Preliminary design, resource assessment, geotechnical analysis and pile testing are complete, and interconnection study is underway.

Let us know how we can help you advance your next solar project in Western Canada.

05/17/2021

Thank you Milk Producer Magazine for outlining the benefits of Solar on the farm, and the shoutout to Compass Energy Consulting.

The latest issue covers different methods of growing and diversifying dairy farm operations.

Check out the story on page 45!

Issuu is a digital publishing platform that makes it simple to publish magazines, catalogs, newspapers, books, and more online. Easily share your publications and get them in front of Issuu’s millions of monthly readers. Title: May 2021, Author: MilkProducer, Name: May 2021, Length: 52 pages, Page...

05/10/2021

Between the Federal Budget’s $17.6 Billion dollar allocation towards the Green Recovery Plan, and March’s Supreme Court ruling the Carbon Pricing tax regime is constitutional, one thing is clear—Canada has demonstrated their commitment to green energy.

Between the Federal Budget and March’s Supreme Court ruling one thing is clear—Canada has demonstrated their commitment to green energy.