Probe Research conducted an online survey with a representative sample of 1,484 Alberta adults between April 27 and May 6, 2026. All respondents were recruited from a national online panel (LEO). The sample has been weighted slightly by age, gender, region and educational attainment so it properly reflects Alberta’s population, based on Census data.
Key findings
- Two thirds (66%) of Albertans want to see more renewable energy projects built near where they live.
- While support is highest in Calgary (67%) and Edmonton (76%), majorities in every region said they would welcome more renewable energy projects in or near their communities. This includes 62% support in the province’s smaller cities, and 59% in rural areas.
- In addition, 66% think the province should be doing more to encourage wind and solar development.
Because an online survey is a sample of convenience, no margin of error can be ascribed.
Totals in this report may not add to exactly 100% due to rounding.
