Special report - Canada 2011

 Investors stay focused despite uncertain future

Canada is on course to break through the 5GW installed capacity barrier but a lack of long-term planning is cause for concern.

Can competition become co-operation?

Despite a strong climate-change policy and plans to export clean power to the US, a new government has brought fresh uncertainty.

Progress remains local

The challenges and achievements in community wind by the provinces that are leading the way.

Good prospects with much room to grow

The industry’s supply chain is booming, but is affected by short-term uncertainties.

Risks on horizon require national plan

Supportive policies delivered federally could encourage continued expansion after regional targets are achieved.