The Renewable Energy Projects (Streamlined Permitting) Act was passed by the BC legislature in May 2025 and came into effect on July 1, 2025. It expands the authority of the BCER to oversee renewable energy projects.
The following reference materials are intended to assist proponents in understanding and adapting the BCER's new process and regulatory framework.
Operations Documentation / Renewables | Date Published:
Interim Guidance for Submitting Investigative Use Licence Applications for Renewable Energy Projects (pdf)
This interim guidance outlines the steps and information requirements for submitting investigative use licence applications for renewable energy projects through the BCER's Application Management System (AMS).
Operations Documentation / Renewables | Date Published:
Wind Project Investigative Use Licence Applications Assessment and Prioritization Considerations (pdf)
This document outlines the BC Energy Regulator’s requirements for complete investigative use licence applications for wind projects, and describes the prioritization approach applied when multiple applications overlap.