The GNWT is committed to assessing emerging technologies and exploring policy solutions to support the 2030 Energy Strategy’s goals. Below are studies and reports that advance energy efficiency, renewable integration, and emissions reductions in the NWT.

Key Studies:

• 2023 - GHG Emissions Reduction Pathways: Models strategies to meet emissions targets, reflecting Canada’s updated climate goals. Read the full study here.
• 2022 - Utility Revenue and Fuel-Switching: Examines rate design programs to increase utility revenue, promote fuel-switching, and leverage surplus hydroelectric capacity for economic and environmental gains. Read the full study here.
• 2021 - Liquid Biofuels Potential: Investigates biofuel use and production in the NWT, exploring blending options and their economic and emissions impact. Read the full study here.
• 2020 - Electric Vehicle Infrastructure Needs: Assesses electric vehicle adoption potential in the NWT, identifies infrastructure needs, and proposes incentives to encourage sustainable transportation. Read the full study here.
• 2020 - Net Metering and Self-Generation: Analyzes policies for local renewable energy projects, evaluating economic impacts and suggesting ways to increase community energy independence. Read the full study here.
• 2020 - Renewable Integration in Remote Communities: Explores 50% renewable energy use in remote communities, analyzing financial impacts on utility revenues and ratepayers. Read the full study here.

Community Feedback:

• 2024 - Our Energy and Climate Future: Summarizes public input on revising NWT’s energy approach, with suggestions for an increased emissions target and enhanced Indigenous engagement. Read more here.
• 2024 - Visual Dialogue Summary: A booklet capturing insights from the 2023 multilateral dialogue on energy and climate in Yellowknife. Read more here.

Other Publications and Resources

Visit the Resources page to view a full list and links to Energy Publications and Resources