What are Canadian energy exports?

Oil, natural gas, and other fossil fuel products dominate Canadian energy exports—and will continue to do so for the foreseeable future.

What types of energy storage are available in Canada?

There are three main types of energy storage currently commercially available in Canada: Storage is playing an increasingly important role in the electricity system by improving grid reliability and power quality, and by complementing variable renewable energy sources (VRES) like wind and solar.

What is Canada's energy export basket?

In recent years, energy has supplied 20–25 percent of Canada’s total international exports (goods plus services combined), with crude oil, refined petroleum products, and natural gas making up the lion’s share of our energy-related shipments to other countries. Canada’s energy export basket also includes coal, uranium, and electricity.

Is Canada a liquid fuel exporter?

In 2023, Canada was the world’s fourth-largest petroleum and other liquids producer and was a liquid fuels net exporter. Nearly all of Canada’s energy exports are destined for the United States. Many U.S. refineries are configured to process heavy oils like those produced in Canada’s oil sands.

Who is energy storage Canada?

Energy Storage Canada is the only national voice for energy storage in Canada today. We focus exclusively on energy storage and speak for the entire industry because we represent the full value chain range of energy storage opportunities in our own markets and internationally.

Does Canada export oil?

Nearly all of Canada’s energy exports are destined for the United States. Many U.S. refineries are configured to process heavy oils like those produced in Canada’s oil sands. In 2023, 5.8 million b/d of petroleum and other liquid fuels were produced in Canada, growing at an average annual rate of 3.8% between 2013 and 2023.