canada wind energy

ChatGPT generated a panoramic close-up image of an inspection drone examining the blades of an older wind turbine, highlighting the role of proactive maintenance

Wind Farms Outlast Expectations: Longevity Matches Nuclear

One of the persistent claims made by nuclear energy advocates is that nuclear power plants hold a critical advantage over wind and solar facilities due to their significantly longer operational lifespans. This argument frequently serves as justification for continued investment in nuclear, often at the expense of renewable options. News … [continued]

Canadian Renewable Energy Report Card

Yesterday we talked a bit about a potential renewable energy record in Ontario. The ensuing discussion turned to comparing the various provinces in Canada. This included how the country is doing as a whole, and how a high-watermark-style record doesn’t really capture how much various power sources contribute to Canada’s … [continued]

Photo Essay Of Wind Tower

Our friends over at Clean Energy Canada recently put together a cool photo essay about the building of a wind tower. Very cool. I won’t steal their thunder, but here are a few of my favorites photos from that (all photos by Dax Melmer on behalf of Clean Energy Canada): The … [continued]