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Essex Energy employees are attending DISTRIBUTECH this year as conference delegates, joining thousands of energy professionals from across North America and around the world.

DISTRIBUTECH is one of the leading events for transmission and distribution utilities, bringing together experts, innovators and technology providers to explore the trends shaping the future of the electricity sector. From grid modernization and DER integration to digital transformation and data-driven decision-making, the conversations happening at this conference directly reflect the evolving needs of today’s utilities.

Our team is looking forward to learning from industry leaders, attending technical sessions and keynote presentations, and gaining insights into the technologies and strategies that will shape the next chapter of our industry.

Events like DISTRIBUTECH provide valuable opportunities to strengthen our knowledge, challenge our thinking and bring new ideas back home, ensuring Essex Energy continues to support utilities with forward-thinking solutions that meet the demands of a rapidly changing energy landscape.

We look forward to sharing key takeaways and insights from the conference in the weeks ahead.

EDIST brings the utility community together to connect, collaborate and look ahead.

Visit Booth #418 to meet the Essex Energy team and talk about how we support utilities across their operations.

January 20-22, 2026, at The Westin Harbour Castle, Toronto.

Essex Energy is proud to be the official Meter Service Provider (MSP) for the NextStar Energy Battery Plant in Windsor, Ontario, one of Canada’s largest clean-energy manufacturing projects. Our team designed, installed, tested and commissioned advanced metering systems, completing the project ahead of schedule. Today, we continue to provide monthly IESO settlement services, ensuring precise and reliable energy data.

As a licensed MSP, Essex Energy is powering innovation, efficiency, and sustainability, while delivering trusted expertise to support Ontario’s clean-energy future.

Essex Energy is helping municipalities, universities and colleges across Ontario take advantage of incentives under Ontario’s Retrofit DER Program including solar photovoltaic (PV) systems.

What’s Available

Significant rebates available to eligible businesses and institutional organizations deploying rooftop or parking lot solar PV systems. These incentives are paid upon completion of the project, accelerating project payback and improving long‑term returns. Institutions engaging with Essex Energy can access:

• Rebates of up to $860 per kW(AC) of installed capacity

• Turnkey project development and incentive application administration

• Support designed specifically for large-scale, rooftop solar solutions

• Various ownership options, including customer owned systems and potentially ownership by Essex Energy (via lease or Power Purchase Agreement)

Why It Matters

• Reduce capital investment: Rebates can cover up to 50% of total costs. Or if the system is owned by Essex Energy, no capital investment.

• Shorter ROI timelines: Institutions can achieve breakeven faster and benefit sooner from savings.

• Sustainable leadership: Solar systems demonstrate commitment to clean energy, contributing to sustainability and carbon reduction goals.

Next Steps

There is no cost or commitment to see if you qualify, only some basic information is required:

• Name and address of the facility

• 12 consecutive months of hydro bills OR a full year of hourly meter data (preferred)

• Name and contact info of a designated contact person

Essex Energy assists with the entire application and installation process, ensuring projects meet all technical and administrative standards.

See the Benefit in Action

Curious whether your rooftop could qualify? Contact us today!

👉 Learn more about our experience here