1:00pm to 2:30pm Eastern Time
Toronto Renewable Energy Co-operative (TREC) and the Federation of Community Power Co-operatives (FCPC), invite you to join a presentation on the economic impact of community-owned renewable energy projects in Ontario. TREC recently completed a comprehensive economic modelling assessment to quantify the impacts of the community power sector in the province and the results present more compelling arguments for directly including co-ops, First Nations and other community groups in the development of a low carbon energy system.
Register for the Economic Impact of Community Renewable Energy in Ontario webinar
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RATIONALE
Besides its compelling environmental benefits, renewable energy also presents a major economic opportunity. Studies have shown that it is significantly more jobs intensive than conventional oil and gas development and, with the world racing toward a trillion-dollar renewable energy marketplace, demand for renewable energy is soaring.
But when it comes to maximizing the economic benefits and public support for clean energy sources like wind and solar, community ownership matters. Past studies from the United States, the U.K., and Germany have shown that community-owned renewable energy projects are effective tools for community wealth building and expanding public awareness and support of clean energy projects.
To illustrate the economic benefits of community-owned renewable energy in Ontario, TREC commissioned an economic analysis of SolarShare, one of the largest community power co-operatives in North America with a portfolio of 35 projects. This webinar will share the findings of the study entitled "The Power of Community: How Community-Led Renewables can help Ontario create a powerful economic advantage". The full report will be circulated to participants a few days before the webinar.
AGENDA
1.00 - 1:10: Welcome and Introductions
1:10 - 1:30: Economic Impact Assessment Findings (Dr. Judith Lipp)
1:30 - 1:45: Methodology (Dr. Brett Dolter)
1:45 - 2:00: Q&A, Discussion
2:00 - 2:20: Rocky Mountain Institute: Economic Potential of Community-Owned Solar - TBC
2:20 - 2:30: Q&A, Discussion
If you have any questions or comments, please direct them to Derya Tarhan at derya at trec.on.ca or simply reply to this e-mail.
About TREC
TREC is a social enterprise that develops community-owned renewable energy projects, supports the Community Energy, Aboriginal Power and Social Finance sectors and advocates for a 100% renewable energy future. TREC has been developing community-led renewable energy projects, assessing its impacts and advocating for essential policy needs since 1998.
About FCPC
The Federation of Community Power Co-operatives (FCPC) is a province-wide umbrella organization for community power co-ops in Ontario that are developing grid-tied renewable energy projects. The FCPC was created by co-ops for co-ops to enable co-operation and mutual support within the sector.
