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Ontario Assembly

43rd Parl. 1st Sess.
February 22, 2023 09:00AM
  • Feb/22/23 11:40:00 a.m.

My question is to the Minister of Energy.

Ontario has one of the world’s cleanest electricity systems, with over 90% of power generation creating zero emissions. Because of our government’s leadership and support, we’re fixing the mess in our energy system that the previous Liberal government created. When energy is reliable, affordable and clean, our whole province wins.

We’ve heard from the minister many times that nuclear power and hydroelectricity are the backbones of our energy system, as they provide low-cost, reliable and emissions-free electricity.

Speaker, my constituents want to know what leadership our government is demonstrating in seeking innovative energy solutions for the future.

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  • Feb/22/23 11:50:00 a.m.

Back to the minister, Speaker: What’s clear is that our government must support innovative investments in clean technologies like hydrogen that will position Ontario as an energy leader.

As we have seen, energy prices and the stability of our energy grid are linked directly to Ontario’s economic competitiveness. Under the previous Liberal government, surplus electricity generation from Ontario’s nuclear and hydroelectric fleets was sold at a loss to competing jurisdictions. Ensuring we have the right energy supply mix is critical to restoring Ontario’s economic and competitive edge.

Speaker, can the Minister of Energy please elaborate on how our government will ensure we have the right energy supply mix and how this will benefit hard-working families here in Ontario?

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