Canadian pv energy storage policy document

What are Canadian grid-connected solar PV systems?

Most Canadian grid-connected solar PV systems are designed with the modest goal of reducing grid electricity use to some extent. Some projects have the more ambitious goal of achieving Net-Zero Energy (NZ) or Net-Zero Electricity performance using grid-connected solar PV.

Does Canada offer tax incentives for commercial solar PV systems?

At the federal level, the Government of Canada continues to offer tax incentives for commercial solar PV systems including accelerated depreciation as Class 43.2 Accelerated Capital Cost Allowance (ACCA) and the Canadian Renewable and Conservation Expense (CRCE) . Additional details are provided in Table 12.

Will energy storage support Canada's energy transition?

Bloomberg reports exponential growth in energy- storage investment in many regions of the world, growing from zero in 2004 to $0.7B in 2014, and reaching $3.6B in 20203. In Canada, the current level of investment is not nearly enough to enable energy storage’s potential to fully facilitate Canada’s energy transition.

Where are off-grid solar PV systems available in Canada?

However, off-grid solar PV applications (with or without battery storage), or hybrid systems including a small wind turbine or diesel generator, can be found throughout Canada. These systems are often located in remote northern communities.

Which provinces in Canada have a growing PV capacity?

Ontario represented approximately 88% of Canada’s total cumulative installed capacity in 2020. Other provinces and territories are also increasing their PV capacity and some have their own specific support mechanisms for renewables. Growing PV capacity is evident in Alberta, Saskatchewan, and Manitoba.

How do you calculate PV energy production in Canada?

To estimate PV energy production, the total nameplate power was multiplied by the average yearly Canadian PV potential which was assumed to be 1 150 kWh/kWp. The average PV potential was determined using satellite-based insolation data and assuming a typical performance ratio of 0,75 .