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Ontario’s new Local Generation Program could be a game-changer for community power. It would extend the life of existing solar and wind projects and support new, larger-scale renewable energy—owned by communities, for communities. We’ve shared our thoughts with the IESO.

Discover how OREC empowers Canadians to make impactful, ethical investments in local solar energy projects — with stable returns and real environmental benefits.

OREC's advocacy is shaping Ottawa’s energy future. Read the IESO’s response to our push for local, sustainable energy solutions.

Allowing shared solar credits across meters could cut costs for co-ops & condos. Let’s fix Ontario’s net metering regulations.

OREC advocates for community-led renewable energy, proposing policy changes to enable local, resilient energy solutions

Ontario's new energy program offers $10K for solar & batteries—but bans net-metering. A win for the grid, but a loss for homeowners. Why?

In 2010, OREC started when a few citizens gathered around an Ottawa kitchen table with a big idea: community-powered renewable energy....

VPPs are helping communities keep the lights on and save - why not in Ontario?

Adding battery storage systems to Ontario's electricity system enables communities to be more resilient to power disruptions.

Community solar directly benefits the communities that install them. What is Community Solar? Community Solar is a gateway for homeowners...