CANADAS SOLAR DEMONSTRATION PROGRAMS - RESULTS AND IMPLICATIONS FOR THE FUTURE

The direct solar potential in Canada is quite large. The potential for solar energy was recognized over a decade ago when an R&D effort was initiated by the National Research Council. The primary emphasis was directed in solar thermal through the development of solar collectors. Other areas such as passive solar and photovoltaics have also been pursued. This paper concentrates on Canada's past developments and its future programs in active solar energy.