Information | Rezoning for Housing

Public hearing on April 22, 2024. Proposed rezoning will support more housing options in all communities.

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Solar Energy

Solar Energy & Photovoltaic Systems

  • Is solar right for me?

    The Solar Potential Calculator is a starting point for those who are curious about the viability of solar PV as an energy source for their homes.

  • Solar for home or business

    ENMAX is a leading provider of solar energy. If you’re interested in solar for your home or business, visit enmax.com/solar for more information.

  • How you can get solar

    Get the right permits and approvals to install solar energy in your home or business.

  • Our solar projects

    How we are incorporating solar technologies in our City infrastructure.

  • Calgary’s Climate Action Strategy

    Calgary’s sustainability objectives and ways we are supporting a healthy and green city.

  • Construction projects

    Current solar project under construction - Renfrew Solar Carport at Telus Spark.

Solar Energy

The City of Calgary is working to reduce greenhouse gas emissions, manage energy use, prepare for, and adapt to the impacts of a changing climate.

Promoting renewable energy sources, encouraging energy efficiency, and supporting the construction of green buildings, all work together to make Calgary more environmentally friendly.

Solar energy is one type of renewable energy and we encourage Calgarians to consider solar as an energy options for home, work or both! Other types of renewable energy include geoexchange heat systems, green roofs and wind turbines.

With an average of 2,396 hours of sunlight each year, Calgary is an ideal city for the use of solar energy.

 

The Solar Potential Calculator

The Solar Potential Calculator is a tool intended to help Calgary homeowners determine the viability of adding solar photovoltaic (PV) panels as an alternative energy source.

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