Research
The research at the Electricity Centre advances the transition to clean, reliable, and affordable electricity systems by combining real-world experiments, data-driven modeling, and policy analysis. It examines how electrification, renewable integration, and market design interact, demonstrating that well-designed incentives, infrastructure, and automation can enhance grid performance, lower costs, and accelerate decarbonization in Alberta and beyond.
More insights and research are on the way—stay tuned as this initiative grows, bringing in new researchers and perspectives.
Featured Research
Dr. Blake Shaffer on Electricity Markets and Policy
Dr. Blake Shaffer, Associate Professor of Economics, Faculty of Arts at the University of Calgary, discusses electricity markets, consumer demand, infrastructure and policy, and how interdisciplinary collaboration helps shape electricity systems.
Cody Coates
Dr. Sara Hastings-Simon on Electricity and the Mid-Transition
Dr. Sara Hastings-Simon, Associate Professor in the Department of Earth, Energy and Environment at the University of Calgary, discusses the evolving electricity sector and the concept of the “mid-transition."
Cody Coates