The Green Energy Act: A Vision for
the Future
Ontario’s Green
Energy Act (GEA), and related amendments to other legislation, received Royal
Assent on May 14, 2009. Work is now underway across government to develop the
regulations and other tools needed to fully implement the legislation. As these
are developed, the various schedules and other elements making up the GEA will
be proclaimed. Check this website periodically for updates.
The landmark Green
Energy Act will boost investment in renewable energy projects and increase
conservation, creating green jobs and economic growth to Ontario.
This legislation is
part of Ontario’s plan to become a leading green economy in North America.
The GEA will :
·
Spark growth in clean and renewable
sources of energy such as wind, solar, hydro, biomass and biogas in Ontario.
·
Create the potential for savings and
better managed household energy expenditures through a series of conservation
measures.
·
Create 50,000 jobs for Ontarians in its
first three years.
“Our ambition is to
increase the standard of living and quality of life for all Ontario’s families.
That is best achieved by creating the conditions for green economic growth.”
George Smitherman, Deputy Premier and Minister of Energy and Infrastructure.
http://www.mei.gov.on.ca.wsd6.korax.net/english/energy/gea/
