The Power Workers’ Union …

The Power Workers’ Union (PWU) is pleased to submit comments and make recommendations to the Ministry of Energy, Northern Developments and Mines (MENDM) regarding the proposed elimination of renewable energy requirements in the Electricity Act, 1998 (EA) and the OEB Act, 1998 (OEBA). The PWU is a strong supporter and advocate for the prudent and rational reform of Ontario’s electricity sector and recognizes the importance of planning for low-cost, low-carbon energy solutions to enhance the competitiveness of Ontario’s economy.
The PWU supports efforts to bring consistency for all generation types, improve Ontario’s competitiveness, reduce carbon emissions, remove unnecessary regulation, focus on price, reliability and quality of service, and leverage energy investment to enhance economic growth and development of high skilled jobs in Ontario. As such, the PWU recommends that the MENDM:
1. Proceed with the proposed changes to the EA and OEBA; and,
2. Continue to review the current legislative and regulatory framework for legacy regulations and language previously added to promote and prioritize the objectives of the repealed GEA regarding renewable energy.