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360 Energy Matters: Industry Articles

Expert Perspective, Analysis & Solutions from Three Decades in the Field

April 28, 2025

Policy Shift, Investment Drift: What Canada’s Carbon Tax Repeal Means

Canada’s repeal of the federal carbon tax may offer short-term relief, but it signals long-term regulatory instability by undermining business confidence, weakening climate policy credibility, and putting Canada at a disadvantage in the global race for low-carbon investment.

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Energy Industry

April 14, 2025

Hannover Messe: European Energy Innovation Points the Way Forward

Europe’s manufacturing sector is treating energy as a strategic, daily business priority. They focus on integrating carbon, cost, and competitiveness, while North America risks falling behind by treating it as a once-a-year technical problem.

Energy Management

March 31, 2025

The Full-Circle Approach to Energy Management

Energy management delivers the greatest impact when it’s treated as a company-wide responsibility led by executives, implemented by managers, supported by technical experts, and executed by frontline staff. This turns everyday decisions into measurable cost savings and competitive advantage.

Energy Economics & Procurement

March 24, 2025

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.

Energy Efficiency & Optimization

March 17, 2025

Distributed Energy Resources: A Community Solution to Capacity Constraints

As energy capacity constraints become a growing barrier to economic development, Distributed Energy Resources (DERs) offer a scalable, localized solution that allows businesses and communities to generate, store, and manage their own energy, reducing reliance on overburdened grids while enhancing reliability and economic resilience.

Map of Toronto Hydro energy capacity constraints

Energy Industry

March 10, 2025

Why Businesses Must Become Energy Literate: Understanding Capacity Constraints in Today’s Market

Businesses must prioritize energy literacy to navigate growing grid constraints, avoid costly expansion delays, and gain a competitive advantage through proactive energy planning.

Sustainability & Climate Action

February 21, 2025

Lessons from Team Canada’s 4 Nations Cup Victory for Canada’s Energy Sector

Canada’s 4 Nations Cup victory showcased the same strategic leadership, adaptability, and collaboration that its energy sector must embrace to remain competitive, balancing traditional strengths with innovation and a long-term vision for sustainability.