I have had a MicroFIT solar…

I have had a MicroFIT solar PV installation since 2011 and have been very pleased with the way Ontario has handled this program so far, adjusting the price repeatedly to reflect the drop in price of such installations.  All the more am I disappointed about the apparent recent change of direction in energy policy: instead of building on the success of the early renewable energy program, Ontario seems to be returning to high-cost nuclear power.  I strongly disagree with this change, and instead I think the following should be happening going forward:

· Ontario should set a target of moving to 100% renewable energy by 2050

· Ontario should maximize efficiency by paying full value (e.g., equal to the cost of nuclear) for conservation kilowatts.  This option is preferable over nuclear power as it is cheaper and safer and leaves no legacy of nuclear waste.

· Ontario should sign more long-term deals with Quebec to import lower cost and safer water power.  This option is also preferable over nuclear power as it is cheaper and safer and leaves no legacy of nuclear waste.

· Ontario should close the Pickering Nuclear Station when its licence expires in 2018.

· Ontario should actively plan to take nuclear off ramps from rebuilding Darlington and Bruce as soon as possible to save money and reduce risk.

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