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The energy sector in Nova Scotia is an evolving and complex environment. Check out some recent articles that showcase the important role natural gas plays in our community. Eastward Energy is committed to innovation and exploring new technologies and opportunities for natural gas applications.

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Nova Scotia Utility and Review Board Issues Decision on Eastward Energy’s 2024-2026 General Rate Application

On September 21, 2023 the Nova Scotia Utility and Review Board (NSUARB) released its Decision on Eastward Energy’s 2024 – 2026 General Rate Application, which was filed in January 2023. This was our first distribution rate adjustment application since 2011. In its Decision, the NSUARB approved new rates for all customers and a new rate […]

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What is a GJ?

The energy content in natural gas is typically measured in Gigajoules (GJ), a metric energy measure. All types of energy can be measured by either energy content or by volume. Energy content is the most accurate because it measures how much heat energy is provided by a given volume of energy.

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Electricity isn’t the only way to become a greener province

No single type of energy will enable Nova Scotia to become a greener province. To meet our diverse energy needs in a low carbon future, Nova Scotia will need to use energy more efficiently and transition to a mix of cleaner energy sources – clean electricity, renewable energy, and lower-carbon fuels.

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Natural gas helps grow companies that grow communities

Across the province, natural gas is supplying businesses with energy that allows them to remain competitive in their industries and stay rooted in Nova Scotia. Their success helps sustain rural Nova Scotian economies, stimulate our province’s innovation and create jobs on the East Coast.

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Turning our waste into renewable energy

As a province that relies on a mix of high-emitting energy sources, including coal and oil, to keep us warm, we need to think outside the box for ways that we can reduce our carbon footprint. One of the ways we can achieve this is by producing Renewable Natural Gas.

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