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Policy Uncertainty Drives Down Investment in Alberta’s Renewable Energy Sector

Unclear regulations fuel a net drop in the province’s renewable project connection queue

Overview

  • The province’s moratorium, location limits, recycling fees and reclamation security requirements have chilled wind and solar development.
  • By late 2024, applications in Alberta’s connection queue returned to pre-moratorium levels but cancellations outnumbered new proposals.
  • Alberta officials maintain the province still leads Canada in renewables investment while reducing electricity costs and enhancing grid reliability.
  • The Pembina Institute urges Alberta to set a clear vision for a clean, resilient power system, fast-track suitable projects and modernize market regulations.
  • Other jurisdictions such as Australia and Texas are expanding their renewable pipelines while Alberta’s sector contracts.