Canadian Solar’s e-STORAGE Secures 1,858 MWh Skyview 2 Energy Storage Project in Ontario

Canadian Solar Inc. announced that its energy storage subsidiary, e-STORAGE, has been selected to deliver a fully integrated energy storage system and turnkey EPC services for the 411 MW/1,858 MWh Skyview 2 Energy Storage Project in Edwardsburgh Cardinal, Ontario.

Developed by Potentia Renewables Inc. in partnership with the Algonquins of Pikwàkanagàn First Nation, the project was awarded under Ontario’s Long-Term Reliability (LT1) energy storage procurement.

e-STORAGE will supply about 390 SolBank 3.0 units, with shipments beginning in February 2026 and full operation targeted for Q2 2027. The scope includes system integration, substation works, and grid interconnection, alongside a 21-year long-term service agreement ensuring sustained performance. With over 8 GWh of storage deployed across North America, Skyview 2 strengthens e-STORAGE’s leadership in delivering large-scale, high-reliability energy storage solutions.

Ben Greenhouse, CEO, Potentia, said: “The Skyview 2 Energy Storage Project represents a major milestone for both Ontario and Potentia, marking the province’s largest battery energy storage project to date. Together with the Algonquins of Pikwàkanagàn First Nation and our partners at Canadian Solar and e-STORAGE, we’re proud to advance innovative, dependable, and affordable energy solutions that enhance grid reliability and deliver lasting value to local communities.”

Colin Parkin, President of e-STORAGE, added: “The Skyview project, our largest SolBank delivery contract to date, is set to become one of Canada’s largest battery energy storage facilities upon completion. This project is a strong validation of our full-stack delivery model, which combines our proprietary SolBank technology with turnkey EPC execution to deliver bankable, grid-ready energy storage infrastructure at scale. We are proud to support Potentia and the Province of Ontario in advancing this project in collaboration with the Algonquins of Pikwàkanagàn First Nation, reflecting our commitment to responsible development and long-term community participation. This project will reinforce grid reliability and accelerate Canada’s clean energy transition.”