Positive Energy
The University of Ottawa’s Positive Energy program uses the convening power of the university to bring together academic researchers and senior decision-makers from industry, government, Indigenous communities, local communities and environmental organizations to determine how to strengthen public confidence in energy decision-making.
News from PE
Research Publication
Research Publication
Energy Projects and Net Zero by 2050: Can We Build Enough Fast Enough?
This study focuses on the influence of public sector project decision-making processes on investor confidence and the capacity to attract capital for …
Public Opinion Survey
Public Opinion Survey
Climate Ambition Tracking: After trailing the environment, jobs and the economy…
The research gauged the opinions among Canadians on climate change, energy costs, and the balance between environmental protection and economic growth…
Public Opinion Survey
Public Opinion Survey
Canadians tilt toward non-partisanship on energy decisions; academics and indus…
Public opinion survey by Positive Energy and Nanos Research gauged the opinions among Canadians on the balance between political influence and expert …
PE in the Media
DOB Energy
DOB Energy
Canada-U.S. Energy Relations And Trade Diversification: Can Canada Turn This Mo…
Article by Dr. Monica Gattinger on DOB Energy discussing Canada-U.S. energy relations and trade diversification.
DOB Energy
DOB Energy
Part I In A Series: Canadians Want A New Balance Between Environment And Economy
Article by Dr. Monica Gattinger on DOB Energy discussing the results of the Fall 2024 Public Opinion Survey Results with Nanos Research.
Calgary Herald
Calgary Herald
Varcoe: 'Parallel realities' — Federal emissions cap lurches on in Ottawa as th…
Article in the Calgary Herald quoting Dr. Monica Gattinger on Canada's federal emissions cap and the evolving political landscape.
Engagements
Jun 15
A More Complete Roadmap: Overcoming Obstacles on Canada's Net Zero Journey
On Wednesday, June 15th 2022, from 8:30AM to 5PM, the ISSP and Positive Energy hosted a conference featuring a variety of speakers and industry repres…
Mar 28
Monica Gattinger presents to Canada's Energy and Utility Regulators (CAMPUT)
The panel explored the importance of meaningful engagement in energy project regulation. The panel addressed the following questions:
How important i…
Mar 1
Canada’s Energy Future in an Age of Climate Change - Positive Energy Report Launch - March 2019
Positive Energy was delighted to launch its latest report Canada’s Energy Future in an Age of Climate Change: How Partisanship, Polarization and Paroc…
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Positive Energy
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