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The 2025 Summer Grid Outlook: NERC Warns of Heightened Risk of Power Shortfalls

As North America prepares for another summer marked by increasing temperatures and surging energy demand, the North American Electric Reliability Corporation (NERC) has released its 2025 Summer Reliability Assessment — and the findings point to a season of elevated risk...

May 22, 2025

Ontario MRP: Critical Insights Ahead of 1st Settlement Statement

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Ontario MRP: Critical Insights Ahead of 1st Settlement Statement

A Market That Went from Zero to Sprint Ontario’s long-awaited Market Renewal Program (MRP) launched on May 1, 2025, replacing the two-schedule system with 5-minute locational marginal prices (LMPs) and a financially binding Day-Ahead Market (DAM)— now sets the baseline...

May 14, 2025

Ontario’s New Electricity Market: What the First Seven Days Really Taught Us

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Ontario’s New Electricity Market: What the First Seven Days Really Taught Us

When the IESO flipped the switch on its Market Renewal Program (MRP) at 00:00 EST on 1 May 2025, Ontario moved from a single system price to nodal Locational Marginal Pricing (LMP) and added a Day-Ahead Market (DAM). One week...

May 9, 2025

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Insights from the AESO CEO Roundtable

Alberta’s Path to a New Restructured Energy Market On April 4, 2025, Aaron Engen, the CEO of Alberta Electric System Operator (AESO), along with Minister of Affordability and Utilities Nathan Neudorf, hosted a pivotal roundtable breakfast. This event brought together...

April 9, 2025

Ontario’s Market Renewal Program: A Game-Changer for Large Energy Consumers

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Ontario’s Market Renewal Program: A Game-Changer for Large Energy Consumers

Ontario’s electricity market is undergoing a historic transformation with the Independent Electricity System Operator’s (IESO) Market Renewal Program (MRP), set to launch on May 1, 2025. This initiative is not just an incremental update—it represents a fundamental overhaul designed to...

March 5, 2025

Building Energy Resilience in the Face of Extreme Weather

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Building Energy Resilience in the Face of Extreme Weather

As our planet grapples with the increasing frequency and intensity of extreme weather events, the resilience of our energy grid is being put to the test. From hurricanes and wildfires to prolonged heatwaves and cold snaps, these events not only...

February 13, 2025

Maximizing Energy Management Benefits for New York Businesses

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Maximizing Energy Management Benefits for New York Businesses

New York’s businesses face a dual challenge: rising energy costs and the growing urgency to reduce carbon emissions. Demand response and energy management solutions provide an effective way to tackle these issues, enabling organizations to cut expenses, improve operational flexibility,...

February 5, 2025

Addressing North America’s Grid Reliability Challenges with Rodan Energy’s Power Reliability Offering

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Addressing North America’s Grid Reliability Challenges with Rodan Energy’s Power Reliability Offering

As North America braces for a surge in electricity demand driven by the rapid adoption of artificial intelligence (AI) technologies, the North American Electric Reliability Corporation (NERC) has raised alarms about the critical reliability challenges facing the region’s power grid....

January 6, 2025

PJM Capacity Prices Skyrocket: What It Means for Businesses and The Grid

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PJM Capacity Prices Skyrocket: What It Means for Businesses and The Grid

The latest PJM capacity auction has created a buzz throughout the energy market, with record-high prices that will have a lasting impact on consumers and businesses across the region. As PJM struggles to keep up with the rapid energy transition,...

December 11, 2024

Virtual Power Plants: The Energy System of the Future

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Virtual Power Plants: The Energy System of the Future

Complex energy management simplified through technology and collaboration that helps everyone. What is a Virtual Power Plant (VPP)? Power plants have been around for over a century in various forms and are used to generate electricity to the energy grid...

November 25, 2024

How to Navigate AESO Operating Reserves: A Guide for Energy Professionals

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How to Navigate AESO Operating Reserves: A Guide for Energy Professionals

The Alberta Electric System Operator (AESO) plays a crucial role in maintaining the reliability of Alberta’s power grid. One of the key mechanisms the AESO uses is the Operating Reserves, which is essential for balancing supply and demand in real-time....

October 17, 2024

Let’s Get It Right – Ontario’s Largest Competitive Energy Procurement

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Let’s Get It Right – Ontario’s Largest Competitive Energy Procurement

by Paul Grod, CEO of Rodan Energy Solutions I welcome the recent announcement by Stephen Lecce, Ontario’s Minister of Energy and Electrification regarding the launch of the largest competitive energy procurement in the province’s history1. This initiative marks a significant...

August 30, 2024

The International Energy Agency Rings the Alarm: Can the Grid Cope with Surging Electricity Demand?

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The International Energy Agency Rings the Alarm: Can the Grid Cope with Surging Electricity Demand?

By Paul Grod, CEO Rodan Energy The International Energy Agency (IEA) has recently raised concerns about the ability of our current electrical grids to handle the rapidly increasing demand for electricity. As the world continues to transition towards cleaner energy...

August 12, 2024

Everything You Need To Know About 5CP In PJM

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Everything You Need To Know About 5CP In PJM

Navigating PJM’s Peak Load Contribution: How to Manage Your Energy Spend in PJM Understanding what charges are on your energy bill and how to best reduce the impact and its implications is crucial for managing your electricity costs effectively. Below,...

May 5, 2024

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What is Global Adjustment?

Navigating Ontario’s Global Adjustment: A Guide for Businesses In Ontario, electricity consumers often come across a term that can significantly impact their energy bills: Global Adjustment (GA). Whether you’re a large industrial customer or residential, understanding how the GA works...

April 15, 2024

We’re excited to share that Rodan Energy Solutions was named one of Canada’s Top Small & Medium Employers!

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We’re excited to share that Rodan Energy Solutions was named one of Canada’s Top Small & Medium Employers!

Our culture, comprehensive employee benefits, and commitment to learning & career development have played a significant role in this achievement. We would like to thank Canada’s Top 100 Employers for the acknowledgment and congratulate our whole Rodan team, past and present for...

April 2, 2024

Find out How to Meet Your New Carbon Reduction Goals

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Find out How to Meet Your New Carbon Reduction Goals

On February 16, 2024, Steven Guilbeault, Canada’s Minister of Environment and Climate Change, released a discussion paper on the Clean Electricity Regulation (CER). The update paper, issued by Environment and Climate Change Canada (ECCC), outlines proposed changes aimed at enhancing...

February 27, 2024

Rodan Energy – The First BESS to Offer Operating Reserve for IESO

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Rodan Energy – The First BESS to Offer Operating Reserve for IESO

We are thrilled to share the highlights of our recent participation in the EDIST 2024 Conference & Exhibition hosted by the Electricity Distributors Association (EDA) in Markham from January 16-18th. The event, centering on Electricity, Distribution, Information Systems, and Technologies,...

January 16, 2024

Battery Project Owners Focusing on Long-term Contracts to Guarantee Revenue Streams

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Battery Project Owners Focusing on Long-term Contracts to Guarantee Revenue Streams

According to a recent report by Guidehouse Insights, those overseeing large-scale battery energy storage projects should prioritize long-term contracts and secured revenue streams when devising financing strategies. The report delves into the analysis of construction and monetization contracts available for...

January 6, 2024

New Green Incentives for Industries in New York

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New Green Incentives for Industries in New York

New York has just launched the NYSERDA Commercial & Industrial Accelerated Efficiency Program (https://www.nyserda.ny.gov/…/CI-Accelerated-Energy…). The program will provide incentives for large electricity users to complete energy efficiency projects by the end of 2025 that reduce emissions and electrify loads.Installing modern...

June 21, 2023

FERC Approved PJM’s Request to Delay the 2025/2026 Base Residual Auction

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FERC Approved PJM’s Request to Delay the 2025/2026 Base Residual Auction

On Friday, the Federal Energy Regulatory Commission (FERC) approved PJM’s request to delay the 2025/2026 Base Residual Auction (BRA) until June of 2024, to allow anticipated capacity market enhancement. Historic low prices, shrinking market participation and the lack of new generation...

June 17, 2023

Power Grids Facing a Blackout Risk this Summer and Winter

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Power Grids Facing a Blackout Risk this Summer and Winter

North American power grids are facing a risky summer and an even riskier winter, according to analyses by the North American Electric Reliability Corp. (NERC), the agency that oversees grid reliability and security. “More demand response and other distributed energy...

May 30, 2023

Rodan is Grateful to Alectra GRE&T Centre for Presenting Us with Participation Award

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Rodan is Grateful to Alectra GRE&T Centre for Presenting Us with Participation Award

Alectra GRE&T Centre presents Rodan with an award for our participation in the IESO York Region Non-Wires Alternatives Demonstration Project. This project aims to discover the potential of new technologies, notably Distributed Energy Resources (DERs), and how they can...

May 17, 2023

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What’s in the Black Box?

Automation paired with AI does not necessarily guarantee optimal wholesale energy market revenue potential for distributed energy resources (DER) assets (such as batteries and generators). Rodan combines human expertise with day to day, hour by hour AI based algorithmic trading...

April 28, 2023

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Green Button Alliance

This past Thursday, our own Andre Sochaniwsky and Roman Grod had the opportunity to demonstrate the need for electronic data sharing in Ontario, during a session hosted by the Ontario Energy Board on the Green Button initiative. Green Button is...

April 21, 2023

Andrew Lam appointed to the Commercial Member Steering Committee for the EDA in Ontario

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Andrew Lam appointed to the Commercial Member Steering Committee for the EDA in Ontario

We’d like to congratulate Andrew Lam, P.Eng, CAPM of Rodan Energy Solutions Inc. on being appointed to the Commercial Member Steering Committee for the Electricity Distributors Association (EDA) in Ontario. Great event held by Electricity Distributors Association in Toronto this past month. Pictured below is Dave Belluz and Andrew Lam, P.Eng,...

April 13, 2023

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Rodan’s 20th Anniversary

Today marks the 20th anniversary of Rodan Energy Solutions Inc. Thanks to our dedicated team and all of our industry partners who helped us grow into one of the leaders in energy management for North America. We look forward to serving our...

April 3, 2023

Paul reappointed to the IESO Stakeholder Advisory Council for a second term

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Paul reappointed to the IESO Stakeholder Advisory Council for a second term

Congratulations to Paul Grod, CEO of Rodan Energy Solutions Inc. for being reappointed to the Independent Electricity System Operator (IESO) Stakeholder Advisory Council for a second term.

March 17, 2023

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Rodan team at IPPSA 2023 conference

Rodan Energy is pleased to attend IPPSA ANNUAL CONFERENCE in Banff Alberta this year. We are responsible for metering Alberta’s power and provide large energy users with intelligent Energy Management and Engineering Services. Today is the last day so be sure to...

March 14, 2023

Paul giving a talk about EnergizeUkraine at IPPSA 2023 conference

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Paul giving a talk about EnergizeUkraine at IPPSA 2023 conference

Rodan Energy CEO, Paul Grod delivered an impactful presentation at IPPSA ANNUAL CONFERENCE on the Ukrainian World Congress “Energize Ukraine” platform to gather global support to restore and rebuild Ukraine’s decimated energy infrastructure. We are grateful to IPPSA for matching donations to the Canada Ukraine...

March 14, 2023

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International Women’s Day

March 8, 2023

Rodan at ACCES Employment & UNF Toronto Ukrainian Nationals In-Person Job Fair

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Rodan at ACCES Employment & UNF Toronto Ukrainian Nationals In-Person Job Fair

Rodan Energy Solutions Inc. attended the Second ACCES Employment & UNF Toronto Ukrainian Nationals In-Person Job Fair today. It was a successful event and we were able to meet with many qualified candidates. Wishing all participants the best of luck in their career search

February 28, 2023

Rodan at PowerGen. Paul giving a talk about EnergizeUkraine

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Rodan at PowerGen. Paul giving a talk about EnergizeUkraine

The Ukrainian electric grid is under attack from Russia and grid operators are working tirelessly to keep it from failing. They are erecting cement barriers in front of transformers and quickly repairing damage after aerial strikes destroy equipment. It has...

February 21, 2023

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Valentine’s Day at Rodan HQ

Happy Valentine’s Day! Rodan Energy Solutions Inc. employees generously donated at our Bake Sale this morning with all proceeds going to the Heart & Stroke Foundation.

February 14, 2023

Rodan Team at DISTRIBUTECH. Paul giving a talk about EnergizeUkraine

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Rodan Team at DISTRIBUTECH. Paul giving a talk about EnergizeUkraine

Rodan Team presents EnergizeUkraine initiative at PLMA – Private Label Manufacturers Association members meeting at DISTRIBUTECH. Tuesday February 7, 2023, San Diego, California, Paul Grod, CEO and Andre Sochaniwsky PMP C.Dir. CD Sochaniwsky, Director Technology Services participated in the PLMA members meeting at the DISTRIBUTECH...

February 8, 2023

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Rodan at DISTRIBUTECH

Rodan Energy back at DISTRIBUTECH!Rodan Energy is pleased to be participating in the 2023 DISTRIBUTECH conference in San Diego, California. The conference and tradeshow is back stronger than ever after the COVID-19 hiatus. This is largest DISTRIBUTECH ever with about...

February 7, 2023

News article by utilitydrive “Carlyle, schneider joint venture AlphaStuxure plans 11.4-MW microgrid at JFK airport terminal”

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News article by utilitydrive “Carlyle, schneider joint venture AlphaStuxure plans 11.4-MW microgrid at JFK airport terminal”

This massive microgrid at JFK airport consisting of solar, fuel cells and battery storage will allow can operate during grid-wide power outages. Not discussed are the potential opportunities for future energy market participation with these assets, which depending on regulatory...

February 2, 2023

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News article by theogm “top 10 sustainable new energy technologies emerging in canada”

Canada is staying at the forefront of new energy technology with exciting developments in the greener energy space. Top 10 Sustainable New Energy Technologies Emerging in Canada

January 31, 2023

Rodan Energy Team Grieves the Loss of Mississauga’s Former Mayor

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Rodan Energy Team Grieves the Loss of Mississauga’s Former Mayor

“The Rodan Energy team grieves the loss of Mississauga’s former Mayor, Hazel McCallion who passed away yesterday just shy of her 102 birthday. With our headquarters in Mississauga for the past 20 years, we witnessed the positive impact she made...

January 30, 2023

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Rodan Applauds OEB Supporting ICI Participation Flexibility

Rodan Energy – Mississauga, December 20, 2022 Yesterday, the OEB released a new bulletin providing guidance to the IESO and electricity distributors regarding the Global Adjustment (GA) Regulations. These guidelines are meant to help ensure greater participation in the Industrial...

December 22, 2022

Rodan Energy Solutions Reinforces Position as Ontario’s Largest Demand Response Provider

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Rodan Energy Solutions Reinforces Position as Ontario’s Largest Demand Response Provider

MISSISSAUGA, Ontario – December 8, 2022 – The IESO released the results of its province-wide Capacity Auction today announcing they had awarded 1430.6 megawatts (MW) of capacity for the 2023 summer period and 1160 MW for the 2023/24 winter period....

December 9, 2022

Rodan Employees Donate $4,000 to Unite With Ukraine Campaign

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Rodan Employees Donate $4,000 to Unite With Ukraine Campaign

The return of the annual Rodan’s Employee Golf Tournament this September served the dual purpose of being a fundraising event for contributions to the “Unite with Ukraine” campaign. The event saw employees across Rodan departments compete in best-ball golf followed...

October 4, 2022

What Makes a Great Curtailment Service Provider?

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What Makes a Great Curtailment Service Provider?

When people ask me what I do, I usually tell them that I work for a “curtailment service provider” or “CSP.” Almost invariably, the next question is “what is a CSP?” Almost invariably, the next question is “what is a...

April 22, 2021

Metering and monitoring solutions for large-industrial and commercial organizations

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Metering and monitoring solutions for large-industrial and commercial organizations

Customer Focus: Industrial and Commercial Rodan Energy provides a wide variety of metering and monitoring solutions for large-industrial and commercial organizations. We can help you increase efficiency, reduce your costs, and build detailed and effective future plans. We serve...

January 30, 2018

5 Benefits of Using our Energent EMIS for Energy Savings

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5 Benefits of Using our Energent EMIS for Energy Savings

5 Benefits of Using our Energent EMIS for Energy Savings If you want to save money and improve efficiency at a manufacturing plant, then a good EMIS is a must-have. An Energy Management Information System (EMIS) gives hard data on...

January 30, 2018

Is There Enough Lithium to Feed the Need for Batteries?

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Is There Enough Lithium to Feed the Need for Batteries?

-Guest Post Is There Enough Lithium to Feed the Need for Batteries? The world is seeing a growing demand for lithium. This lightweight metal is used in batteries that power some of the most common products in our daily...

January 26, 2018

Global Awareness in 2018: Quebec Based Demand Response with Rodan Energy

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Global Awareness in 2018: Quebec Based Demand Response with Rodan Energy

Global Awareness in 2018: Quebec Based Demand Response with Rodan Energy As you work to meet your business goals for 2018, is your company in control of its effect on the local and global community? With Rodan Energy’s Demand Response...

January 12, 2018

Reducing energy demand with the Industrial Conservation Initiative

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Reducing energy demand with the Industrial Conservation Initiative

When temperatures soar the provincial power grid sees higher than usual power demand which translates into enormous costs for large users such as Queen’s. To reduce costs, Queen’s utilizes the two cogeneration units located at the Central Heating Plan on...

October 5, 2017

How to Cut Electricity Costs via Distributed Energy Sources

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How to Cut Electricity Costs via Distributed Energy Sources

Did you know that Ontario electricity prices have increased by 71% from 2008 to 2016? Meaning that costs of electricity in Ontario are double the Canadian average. The problem has aggravated voters, piled on costs for business – particularly factories...

July 25, 2017

Going Beyond Energy Savings – Three Additional Benefits to Deploying an EMIS

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Going Beyond Energy Savings – Three Additional Benefits to Deploying an EMIS

In recent years, as enterprises across the manufacturing sector have become increasingly focused on improving operational efficiency and reducing energy consumption, the use of Energy Management Information Systems (EMIS) has grown immensely. Many companies today, however, still fail to consider...

May 5, 2017

Facing sky-high electricity bills? Ontario manufacturers looking for solutions

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Facing sky-high electricity bills? Ontario manufacturers looking for solutions

The new Industrial Conservative Initiative program for 2017 has expanded so that more industrial customers would qualify for substantial breaks in their electricity bills. Additionally, residential and small businesses are now eligible for a 17% cut on their electricity bills...

April 18, 2017

Want more renewable energy? Start using Demand Response!

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Want more renewable energy? Start using Demand Response!

There are far better methods to ensure the integrity of the grid than building a plant in a disadvantaged community on a beachfront site threatened by sea-level rise. For example, “demand-response” technologies enable consumers to shift energy use to times...

April 4, 2017

A Smarter Approach to Energy Savings is the Need of the Hour

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A Smarter Approach to Energy Savings is the Need of the Hour

On average, energy accounts for 20% of a building’s total costs. Utility bills are rising, and this is no more true than in Ontario, where the increase in power costs has surpassed increases in food and housing costs. Previously, it...

February 21, 2017

Why does Ontario’s electricity cost so much? A reality check

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Why does Ontario’s electricity cost so much? A reality check

Why does Ontario’s electricity cost so much? A reality check Ontarians pay steeper rates for their power than any other province, and a decade’s worth of policy choices have made it that way. Adrian Morrow and Tom Cardoso address the...

January 10, 2017

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Infographic: Demand Response 101 in Ontario

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November 18, 2016

Reduce your energy spend with an energy management information system (EMIS)

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Reduce your energy spend with an energy management information system (EMIS)

Comprehensive energy modeling and analysis tracks efficiency and reveals immediate opportunities to save source article Controlling manufacturing costs is a daily struggle, with fluctuating commodity prices and production demands putting ever-increasing pressure on the bottom line. The good news is...

September 30, 2016

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Energy News in Review

This Week In Review Wynne defends move to put cost of cap-and-trade in delivery line on bills Global News – Premier Kathleen Wynne is defending the decision to bury the cost of Ontario’s cap-and-trade plan in the “delivery” line on natural...

August 5, 2016

4 Ways an EMIS Solution Will Help You Optimize Your Facility’s Energy Usage

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4 Ways an EMIS Solution Will Help You Optimize Your Facility’s Energy Usage

4 Ways an EMIS Solution Will Help You Optimize Your Facility’s Energy Usage Whether you’re running a five-star hotel property or top 10 university, your business could be using energy more efficiently. With an Energy Management Information System (EMIS), you...

July 29, 2016

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Building a greener world!

Energent was recently mentioned by investontario.com as a key player contributing to Ontario’s efforts in “Building a Greener World!” Consequently, Ontario is setting up a solid foundation to be a leader in the next generation of clean technology solutions....

July 22, 2016

Ontario Passes Legislation to Support Energy Planning

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Ontario Passes Legislation to Support Energy Planning

Ontario passed new legislation today that establishes a long-term energy planning framework that is efficient, supported by robust community engagement and responsive to emerging technologies in the energy sector. Read More

June 3, 2016

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