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A year-over-year comparison of pricing and demand between late January 2026 and the same period in 2025. Source: Ontario Generator Report: 360 Energy

Energy Economics & Procurement

February 23, 2026

Winter Market Analysis: Record-Breaking Price Volatility

Recent Arctic cold snap exposed how quickly natural gas volatility can drive up Ontario electricity prices, revealing a deeper structural dependence on gas that is likely to worsen as nuclear refurbishments increase reliance on gas-fired generation.

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Energy Economics & Procurement

November 17, 2025

Ontario’s November Electricity Price Surge: A Critical Wake-Up Call for Customers

Ontario’s November electricity price surge highlights growing structural volatility in the provincial market, reinforcing that electricity is now a strategic risk factor affecting budgeting, procurement, and competitiveness for energy-intensive organizations.

Energy Economics & Procurement

September 23, 2025

The Energy Cost Crisis: Why Every Executive Needs to Rethink Their "Fixed" Expenses

A surge in electricity rates across North America signals the end of treating energy as a fixed cost—businesses that manage consumption, timing, and purchasing strategically will protect margins, while those that don’t will pay the price.

Energy Economics & Procurement

August 18, 2025

How to Procure Energy Without Falling for the Sales Pitch

When energy prices surge, businesses that slow down, scrutinize every cost component, and set their own rules, rather than reacting to sales pressure, turn market chaos into leverage and avoid years of regretful overpayment.

Energy Economics & Procurement

Preparing for Ontario’s Summer Peaks: Guidance for Class A Customers

Ontario’s ICI peak period runs from May 1, so Class A customers must lock in their status, rigorously test and staff their curtailment plans, and monitor or forecast grid demand now to avoid hefty Global Adjustment charges based on five surprise peak hours.

Energy Economics & Procurement

5 Ways Monthly Energy Bills Drive Cost Reduction, Carbon Savings, and ESG Excellence

Most businesses overlook the fact that utility bills contain actionable data that, when properly analyzed and managed, can reduce energy costs by 5–10% annually without capital investment, unlocking both financial savings and measurable ESG outcomes.