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Editor's Note 
 
The November 2024 ed. of Electrical Business Magazine mailed just before the postal strike. But, if you didn’t get your copy, don’t worry! Just visit ebmag.com/digital-edition. Thanks for reading!
- Anthony Capkun, Editor-Publisher
 
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Rooftop and carport solar PV system helps bring energy independence to Evolv1

The Evolv1 building in the University of Waterloo Research & Technology Park in Ontario has become electrically self-sufficient following the installation of a DC-optimized rooftop and carport solar PV system. Over a 3-year period, the system offset 105% of the facility’s annual energy use and saved about $360,000 in energy costs.


Boralex and Walpole’s 80-MW battery energy storage project gets underway

After technical studies, environmental assessments, and public open houses, construction of the 80-MW Tilbury Battery Storage Project in the Municipality of Lakeshore (Ontario) is officially underway. “Along with our equity partner—Walpole Island First Nation—we’re proud to contribute to Ontario’s clean energy future by providing reliable and stable capacity,” said Boralex senior vice-president Adam Rosso.


 
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Canada’s building construction investment rises 2.1% in September 2024

Following a 0.2% increase in August, investment in building construction in Canada rose 2.1% to $21.6 billion in September 2024, Statistics Canada reports. The non-residential sector (industrial, commercial, institutional) edged up 0.3% to $6.4 billion, while the residential sector increased 2.9% to $15.2 billion. » Read more
 
 
 
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Eaton Canada investing $15M to expand low-voltage manufacturing footprint

Eaton Canada is investing about $15 million to expand its low-voltage manufacturing footprint by 20%, thereby increasing its ability to produce switchboards, switchgear, and panelboards. “Reliable and efficient power distribution is critical to support the electrification of our country’s industrial, transport, and infrastructure projects,” said Eaton’s Chris Fluit. » Read more

EVLO’s first battery energy storage project in the U.S. comes online in Vermont

Hydro-Quebec subsidiary EVLO Energy Storage Inc. has commissioned a utility-scale battery energy storage project in Vermont—its first BESS project to be installed, commissioned, and in operation in the United States. “To effectively increase renewable energy utilization, a robust battery energy storage sector is critical [...]” said EVLO’s Sonia St-Arnaud. » Read more

 
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Mersen upgrades and enhances FUSE-ion Configurator and Selector Tool

Mersen has upgraded and enhanced its FUSE-ion Configurator and Selector Tool, which is used for configuring fused coordination panelboards, fusible shunt trip disconnects, and multi-unit fusible shunt trip panels. » Learn more

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IPEX FiberTel Micro HDPE microducts for short and long hauls

IPEX’s FiberTel Micro HDPE microducts are designed for communication, data, and fiber cable installations over short and long distances. » Learn more

 
NETWORKING & LEARNING 
 

Electro-Federation Canada 2024 Regional Holiday Receptions

Various dates and locations from November 26 to December 5. EFC is a national, not-for-profit association representing over 217 member companies that manufacture, distribute, market, and sell a range of electrical products. » More info

Veal on O’Neil – O’Neil Electric Supply

December 4, Woodbridge, Ont. “All are welcome for an afternoon of great cuisine, live entertainment, and refreshments,” says the distributor. » More info

EDIST – Electricity Distributors Association

January 14-16, Markham, Ont. The Electricity, Distribution, Information Systems and Technology (EDIST) Conference & Tradeshow addresses engineering, operational, IT and management issues faced by Ontario’s LDCs. » More info

EHRC 12th Annual Awards of Excellence

February 20, Toronto. Electricity Human Resources Canada’s signature event recognizes and celebrates the accomplishments of those who are making an impact while contributing to a highly skilled electricity sector workforce. » More info

Electrical Safety Workshop – IEEE IAS

March 3-7, Jacksonville, Fla. The ESW provides a forum for changing and advancing the electrical safety culture to enable sustainable improvement in eliminating electrical incidents, injuries and fatalities. » More info

LEDucation Tradeshow and Conference

March 18-19 New York, N.Y. This event is organized by the Designers Lighting Forum of New York. » More info

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