The company provides complete solar installation services in Ontario, from initial site assessment to the final commissioning of the system. They have residential rooftop systems, commercial-scale projects, community energy, and integrated battery storage. The majority of projects entail off-grid applications where communities have been using expensive diesel generators to get electricity. The company's technical team deals with the special issues of northern installations, such as heavy snow loads, extreme temperature swings, and poor road access to deliver equipment.
"Communities are making practical decisions about their energy costs," noted a company spokesperson. "When diesel fuel costs jump to over a dollar per litre and you're running generators sixteen hours daily, the economics shift dramatically. Solar isn't just about being green anymore. It's about keeping the lights on without going bankrupt."
Remote Indigenous communities represent roughly forty percent of Bur Oak Resources' current project portfolio, with installations ranging from small residential systems to multi-megawatt community grids. The company has documented average energy cost reductions between fifty-five and seventy-five percent in communities that have completed solar installation in Ontario projects. Several locations have eliminated diesel generator use entirely during summer months, storing excess solar production in lithium battery banks for overnight consumption.
The growth pattern mirrors broader changes across rural Ontario, where energy costs continue climbing while solar technology becomes more affordable and reliable. Many communities view renewable energy as essential infrastructure rather than optional technology. Traditional grid extensions can cost hundreds of thousands of dollars per kilometre in remote areas, making distributed solar generation increasingly attractive for long-term energy security.
About Bur Oak Resources
Bur Oak Resources provides comprehensive renewable energy solutions throughout Ontario, specialising in solar power systems, wind generation, and energy storage installations. The company concentrates on challenging locations where conventional grid connections prove impractical or prohibitively expensive. Their Ontario solar expertise includes cold-climate system design, community engagement processes, and maintenance training programmes that enable local operation of complex energy systems.