PB Energy journal
News, analysis and perspectives on the projects, technologies and policies shaping our region.
Coverage of Nova Scotia, New Brunswick, Prince Edward Island, and Newfoundland and Labrador by David Brushett, P.Eng. Explore solar, battery storage, electrification, district energy and energy management. Archive articles retain their original publication dates.
Showing 109–120 of 143 articles
Lessons from Halifax’s corporate building roadmap on prioritizing heating conversions, coordinating retrofits and planning equipment replacements.
Read article : Transitioning Nova Scotia: Strategies to Phase Out Heating Oil for a Sustainable Future
A historical photograph records an international group visit at Woodside Ferry Terminal.
Read article : Welcoming international visitors at Woodside
A waterfront photograph from the original Eastern Passage post.
Read article : A gathering in Eastern Passage
A historical introduction to Nova Scotia’s approach to procuring renewable electricity for large customers.
Read article : Green Choice: connecting large customers with renewable electricity
A team gathering at the Old Triangle records the professional relationships behind the work.
Read article : The people behind energy management
A historical emissions-intensity chart provides context for the changing impact of electricity use.
Read article : Nova Scotia’s changing electricity emissions
Seven practical starting points, from understanding the local energy system to building relationships, technical skills and financial fluency.
Read article : Starting a Career in Energy Management: A Guide for New Grads and Young Professionals
A speaking photograph from the original event thank-you post.
Read article : Opening remarks and the solar community
A historical event photograph featuring a Dalhousie solar car display.
Read article : Connecting with the Atlantic solar community
A historical municipal-building example connects efficiency, renewable electricity and asset renewal.
Read article : Putting building energy improvements into practice
An archived pilot illustrates how businesses can be compensated for providing short-duration demand flexibility.
Read article : Demand response: lessons from the Smart Synergy pilot
An archived production-growth chart provides context for expectations about battery costs.
Read article : Battery production growth and the cost outlookFeatured perspective
Lower storage cost assumptions and higher gas costs are reshaping the relative economics of Nova Scotia’s resource options.
Read article : Falling battery costs change the planning picture