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Building the Grid of the Future, Together: Learning from Smart Grid Nova Scotia

The grid of the future will be powered by renewable energy—and it must also be reliable and resilient. We can’t get there without doing things differently.

National Electricity Month: How we’re modernizing our grid

We know you rely on us to provide clean and reliable electricity to power your day. That’s why we’ve been modernizing our grid and transitioning to renewable energy—and in this article, we’re breaking down how it can benefit you.

Chasing Wind: How EV drivers in Nova Scotia can charge up on wind power

Smart charging can help us get ready for more electric vehicles on the road—and there are benefits for both the grid and for Nova Scotians. By shifting electric vehicle charging to times when our generation mix is lower carbon, we can make a meaningful difference for the environment.

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You Asked, We Answer: Electric Vehicles

With more EVs on the road, you’ve been asking us some important questions about driving electric—from affordability and charging options, to battery longevity and environmental impact.

How EV batteries can change the ways we power our lives, homes and businesses

We chatted with Jeff Dahn, Dalhousie Professor and NSERC/Tesla Canada Industrial Research Chair, about how EV batteries can help us shape our energy future and bring benefits for all Nova Scotians.

What to know before buying an electric car

Are you thinking about going electric for your next vehicle purchase? Curious if it’s an affordable option? We asked our friends at Next Ride Nova Scotia to answer your questions and break down the top things you need to know about EVs.

Creating smarter homes and greener communities, together

By integrating new technologies, we’re able to better manage increased demand for clean electricity while offering you more choice and control.

You Asked, We Answer: EVs and bidirectional charging

A new emerging technology, bidirectional charging can benefit not only EV drivers but the electrical grid and all customers. In this You Asked, We Answer blog we take a closer look at answering your top FAQs about this exciting technology.

A smarter, cleaner energy future

Mark Sidebottom, our Chief Operating Officer spoke about the benefits of the Smart Grid of the future, and our path to 80% renewable energy, at the 2022 Smart Energy Event.

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The future of transportation: how electric vehicles help build greener communities and a smarter grid

We spoke with Sanjeev Pushkarna, Program Manager for Smart Grid Nova Scotia, about the shift to electric transportation, and how smart technology like electric vehicle chargers can help us evolve our grid and grow our use of clean energy.