Consultations are ongoing as the government looks to bring forward new legislation this Spring. ...
Category: Energy and the Environment
Cannabis agriculture adds massive demand to energy sector
The fast growth of the energy-intensive industry has prompted questions about power needs. ...
Hydro One reports strong earnings, sees stock hit a new high
The company saw a boost to revenue and earnings in its fourth quarter results. ...
NDP warns about GHGs as Ontario grapples with energy system’s capacity needs
Ontario will shift to more natural gas to address its energy needs. Critics warn that's not good for the environment. ...
OPG sees major setback as Saugeen Ojibway Nation rejects nuclear waste facility
OPG had focused on the potential site for about 20 years. ...
Permanent spring black bear hunt would orphan cubs, animal rights advocates warn
Fines for killing cubs, or females with cubs can run up to $25,000 and a one-year jail sentence. But advocates say it's hard to tell black bear sexes apart. ...
Auditor General to look into wind turbine decision, but timing remains up in the air
The NDP compared the decision to cancel wind turbines to the gas plants scandal. ...
NDP call for auditor general investigation in Nation Rise Wind Farm project
The company is proceeding with legal action to try to get the minister to reverse his revocation of necessary permits. ...
Former environmental commissioner furthers climate change plan criticism, slams premier’s comment
Dianne Saxe referred to the premier's comment that people should wait until 2030 to see the results of the government's climate change plan as "complete nonsense." ...
Government shifts messaging on climate change plan as critics demand action
Environment Minister Jeff Yurek took heat for the government's climate change plan shortcomings, although he welcomed more ideas to be added. ...