SE Field Trip: Explore Community-Owned Solar Energy at the Canada Science and Technology Museum

Thursday, October 8, 2026 from 1:00 pm to 3:15 pm

• In-Person event
• 1867 St. Laurent Blvd , Ottawa , ON , K1G 5A3

• Contact
• Daniel Rosenbloom, DanielRosenbloom@cunet.carleton.ca

Join us for a tour of Ottawa’s largest rooftop solar installation at the Canada Science and Technology Museum. Developed by the Ottawa Renewable Energy Co-operative (OREC), the project has recently expanded to nearly 1 MW of installed capacity, making it one of the largest rooftop solar arrays in Eastern Ontario and a leading example of community-owned renewable energy infrastructure.

During the visit, participants will learn how the project was developed, financed, and operated through a community ownership model, while exploring the role that distributed solar energy can play in advancing energy transitions.

Event Details:
Date: October 8th
Tour Time: 1:00 PM – 3:15 PM
Meeting Point: Main entrance of the Canada Science and Technology Museum, 1867 St. Laurent Blvd

Following the tour, we’ll take a 20-minute walk for a casual social gathering.

Social Mixer:
Location: Bicycle Craft Brewery, 850 Industrial Ave #12
Time: 3:45 PM
Reservation name: Daniel Rosenbloom

Registration:
Space is limited to 25 participants on a first-come, first-served basis.