Wednesday, September 23, 2026, 3:00 PM - 4:00 PM

Energy storage procurements have rapidly evolved from pilot programs to a cornerstone of Ontario's electricity planning. As electricity demand grows and grid needs become increasingly complex, procurement strategies must continue to evolve.

This panel will examine the evolution of Ontario's energy storage procurements, lessons learned from completed procurements, the early contributions of deployed storage assets, and what comes next to meet the province's growing energy needs. Panelists will discuss how procurement frameworks can support reliability, investment certainty, and continued deployment, while exploring the critical role energy storage will play in powering Ontario's future grid