The energy portfolio is a…

The energy portfolio is a mess, and will only get worse with increased privatization.  An example is the increased use of privately owned wind turbines in areas where people do not want them. These are an expensive source of energy and can only deliver when the wind is blowing.

My suggestion is to re-establish the former Ontario Hydro (unite OPG, Hydro One, etc.), keep it in public ownership but let it operate at arms length from the meddling influences of private industry, financial institutions and inept government politicians/policy makers.

The former Ontario Hydro operating on the Power at Cost Energy mind-set operated well for nearly 100 years.  This was because energy sector issues were examined by energy professionals (not bankers/stock brokers) and appropriate solutions were implemented.  Solutions were typically a mix of energy conservation, new generation of various types (including green energy), and/or transmission options - the mix with the most public benefit was chosen.

Until the energy sector is re-established as a crown corporation acting on the premise of "power at cost" free from the influence of outside agencies, soliciting comments on energy issues is a waste of time; bankers/private shareholders will implement solutions that make them quick returns with little regard to the long-term public good.

[Original Comment ID: 196060]