Energy Solutions for Indigenous Communities

Kyuquot (Ka:’yu:’k”t”h”/Che:k”tles7et’h’) Elementary Secondary School

High Tide Energy designed and installed a 73.87 kW roof-mounted solar system at the Kyuquot Elementary School, featuring a 400A service split into two interconnected systems. The primary system includes (6) Tesla Powerwalls and (3) inverters (40 kW AC), while the secondary system incorporates (2) Powerwalls and a 15 kW inverter. Both systems operate in coordination with existing diesel generators to provide seamless, reliable power to the school. This installation not only ensures continuous operation, but also allows the facility to serve as a community safe haven during power outages.

Pauquachin (BOḰEĆEN) First Nation

High Tide Energy designed and installed a 98.1 kW solar array for the Pauquachin First Nation building, consisting of 180 solar panels and six (6) Fronius three-phase inverters. High Tide’s team managed all aspects of the project, delivering high-quality workmanship, on-time completion, and a reliable renewable energy solution tailored to the nation’s needs.

High Tide Energy completed the design and installation of a 74.2 kW ground-mounted solar array at the Kyuquot Generation Site. The system includes six Fronius 10 kW inverters and is precisely oriented for maximum production, with an optimal azimuth and tilt to capture full solar potential. The solar array operates in coordination with (3) 250 kW John Deere gensets, providing reliable and efficient power to the Kyuquot community, where grid service is not dependable. This project showcases High Tide Energy’s expertise in designing and implementing hybrid renewable systems that deliver stable, sustainable energy in areas with limited grid reliability. Extensive planning and engineering to develop a microgrid and matched the maximum solar system output with generation to avoid inestability or backfeed issues.

Kyuquot (Ka:’yu:’k”t”h”/Che:k”tles7et’h’) Generation Site - Houpsitas 6

Ehatis First Nation (ʔiiḥatisatḥ činax̣int)

High Tide Energy completed an off-grid power project for the remote Ehatis First Nation community. The system features a custom-built design using Victron Energy components and Pytes batteries, integrated with solar, energy storage, and a backup generator. reliably powered year-round. Thanks to the solar-plus-storage design, fuel consumption is kept to a minimum, providing a sustainable, efficient solution for this fully off-grid and remote location.

Penelakut Island Elementary School

High Tide Energy designed and installed a 57 kW (126 solar panels) solar system paired with a 54 kWh of Tesla Powerwall battery backup at Penelakut Island Elementary School. Generating 62,230 kWh annually, signiﬁcantly reducing the school’s grid dependency while ensuring continuous operation during power disruptions. This project demonstrates High Tide Energy’s capability to manage complex renewable energy projects in partnership with local governments and community facilities.

Other Projects

7.56 kW Grid Tied

Fourteen panels have been installed here, allowing the homeowner to feel assured their solar system produces clean energy. Overall this setup supports sustainability and lowers energy bills.
19.11 KW Flush Mount Photovoltaic System

A 19.11 KW Flush Mount Photovoltaic System was installed by High Tide Energy on this beautiful home in Victoria. This offset their high energy costs and reduced their home's overall carbon foot print.
8.9 kW Grid Tied

This homeowner requested an energy-efficient upgrade, so High Tide Energy installed 20 Canadian Solar modules on their roof. This enhances sustainability, lowers energy costs, and supports green energy goals while promoting a cleaner environment.
6.7 kW Grid Tied

High Tide Energy installed a 6.7 kW grid tied, flush mounted system on this home in Nanoose. Using the SE7600H-US inverter and P-505 power optimizers, the home owner can track and view their systems production real time 24/7.
System Upgrade

This homeowner wanted to decrease their electrical bills even further, so High Tide Energy went in and supplied an additional 6 CSI-335 Watt panels and 6 IQ7+ Micro Inverters to their roof.
10.13 kW Grid Tied

High Tide Energy installed a 10.13 kW grid tied, flush mounted system in Victoria using Canadian Solar CS1H-330MS panels paired with Enphase IQ7+ microinverters. This offers 24/7 Realtime tracking and the ability to view the production of each individual panel, ensuring their system is always producing.
13.2 kW Grid Tied

High Tide Energy installed a huge 13.2 kW grid tied, flush mounted system on this new home in Nanaimo. 40 Canadian Solar CS1H-330MS paired with 40 x Enphase IQ7+ inverters offer this homeowner a huge reduction to their electricity bill. Furthermore since this system is grid tied, the home owner can take advantage of the BC Hydro Net Metering program. This allows the home to "store" any excess electricity it produces in the grid to use at a later date.
9.9 kW Grid Tied

High Tide Energy installed a 9.9 kW roof mounted, grid tied PV system and two Tesla Powerwalls to this home in Victoria. This significantly reduced their BC Hydro bills and ensures their critical loads are backed up in the event of an emergency.