Ontario Powers Up: Solar and Wind Projects Selected - Cozzy Energy Solutions Ontario Selects Solar and Wind Projects in Power Procurement April 10, 2026 Ontario’s government announced the selection of twelve solar and two wind projects as winners in its latest electricity supply procurement process. The projects, totaling 1,315 megawatts of new generating capacity, are sufficient to power approximately 350,000 homes. All selected projects include at least

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IESO Adjusts Energy Procurement Timelines and Incentives - Cozzy Energy Solutions **IESO Adjusts Timelines and Incentives for Energy Procurement Programs** The Independent Electricity System Operator (IESO) has announced revisions to its Long Lead-Time (LLT) Request for Proposals (RFP) and Long-Term 2 (LT2) Request for Proposals, impacting timelines, eligibility, and incentives for potential proponents. These changes, detailed on April 1, follow discussions with stakeholders and aim to

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Ontario Utility Sector Celebrates Excellence - Cozzy Energy Solutions The Electricity Distributors Association (EDA) presented awards to 14 individuals and organizations on March 23, celebrating outstanding leadership, innovation, and service within Ontario’s utility sector. Approximately 650 industry professionals attended the awards ceremony. Brian Wilkie received the Chair’s Citation Award in recognition of his 28 years as CEO of Niagara Peninsula Energy Inc. and seven

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Ontario’s Long-Term Energy Plan: New RFP Details - Cozzy Energy Solutions **Ontario Seeks Long-Term Energy and Capacity Resources Through New Request for Proposals** The Independent Electricity System Operator (IESO) is moving forward with a Long Lead-Time Request for Proposals (LLT RFP) designed to secure energy and capacity resources needed to meet rising electricity demand in Ontario. This initiative, building on prior consultations and a Request for

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Manitoulin Homeowners Can Now Get $25,000 for Heat Pump Upgrade - Cozzy Energy Solutions Manitoulin—Homeowners who currently rely on oil heating can now access financial assistance of up to $25,000 to upgrade to cold-climate heat pumps. The Oil to Heat Pump Affordability Program (OHPA) aims to reduce expenses, lessen environmental impact, and enhance home comfort for eligible residents. The program, backed by federal and provincial funding and managed by

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Ontario’s Nuclear Gamble - Cozzy Energy Solutions Ontario’s renewed focus on nuclear power is drawing concern, echoing past policy failures and posing risks to the province’s energy future. Despite a global resurgence in nuclear energy driven by concerns about sovereignty, economic growth, electrification, and decarbonization, critics argue Ontario’s approach lacks thoroughness and carries significant financial and security implications. Ontario’s history with nuclear

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Powering Ontario: $700M Battery Storage Projects Secure Funding - Cozzy Energy Solutions Aypa Power and the Six Nations of the Grand River Development Corporation have secured CA$700 million (US$512 million) in funding for two battery energy storage system projects in Ontario, Canada. The Elora and Hedley facilities represent a significant investment in the province's electricity reliability. The financing was provided by an eight-bank syndicate led by Canadian

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Ontario’s nuclear refurbishment is 25% over budget and will take 6 more years to finish: shorturl.at/at5TQ

At least $3.3B more will be needed to keep the station operating safely.

So why double down on costly new nuclear?

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Ontario’s Pumped Storage Project: Public Comment Period Begins - Cozzy Energy Solutions TC Energy’s proposed Ontario Pumped Storage Project has entered the federal Impact Assessment process. The Initial Project Description was submitted to the Impact Assessment Agency of Canada (IAAC), marking the first phase of the assessment framework. A 30-day public comment period is underway, extending from March 6 to April 6, offering the public an opportunity

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Like all provinces, #Ontario has net-metering. You get credited at a 1:1 ratio, letting homeowners export excess solar power to the grid and receive credits on their electricity. Credits can carry forward to 12 months, so over sizing is good to an extent.
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Ontario Powers Up: Canada’s Biggest Battery Storage Facility Now Online - Cozzy Energy Solutions Ontario’s Largest Battery Energy Storage Facility Begins Operations Hagersville, Ontario – The country’s largest battery energy storage facility has officially begun operations in Ontario, a development occurring amidst increasing discussions about Canada’s rising electricity demands, particularly concerning the expanding use of artificial intelligence. The Hagersville Battery Energy Storage Park, located southwest of Hamilton, commenced operation

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Ontario’s Solar Future: GrandBridge and PowerBank Partner Up - Cozzy Energy Solutions GrandBridge Corporation and PowerBank Corporation have entered into an agreement to jointly develop and invest in solar energy and battery storage projects within Ontario. The agreement focuses on projects within the electricity distribution service territory of GrandBridge Energy and will be submitted under programs offered by the Independent Electricity System Operator (IESO). PowerBank will lead

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Giant Transformer Causes Highway Gridlock - Cozzy Energy Solutions Massive Transformer Slows Traffic En Route to Schumacher Hydro One Station Motorists on Highway 101 experienced delays Thursday as a 196-tonne power transformer made its way to Hydro One’s Porcupine station in Schumacher. The transformer, weighing the equivalent of 90 cars, travelled 15.5 kilometres from Golden City to the station on Brundy Avenue, taking six

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Bruce Power Unit 3 Refurbishment Complete - Cozzy Energy Solutions Bruce Power has completed the construction phase of the Unit 3 Major Component Replacement project, finishing the work on schedule and within budget, according to an announcement made last week. The unit was taken offline on March 1, 2023. The project involved a collaborative effort from numerous organizations, including Shoreline Power Group, the Steam Generator

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Ontario’s Electricity Policy: A Shift Away from Climate Goals - Cozzy Energy Solutions **Ontario Electricity Policy Shifts Focus Away from Climate Goals** The provincial government of Ontario has enacted Bill 40, the Protect Ontario by Securing Affordable Energy for Generations Act, which fundamentally alters the province’s approach to electricity planning. The legislation, which took effect in December, prioritizes economic development over traditional considerations of affordability, reliability, and environmental

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Powering Ontario’s Future: Bruce Power’s Unit 3 Refurbishment Complete - Cozzy Energy Solutions Bruce Power has announced the completion of construction for its Unit 3 Major Component Replacement (MCR) project. The upgraded unit is expected to generate enough electricity to power a city the size of Brampton for more than 35 years, addressing anticipated electricity demand increases of 75 percent, according to projections from the Independent Electricity System

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Powering Ontario’s Future: Bruce Power Unit 3 MCR Completed - Cozzy Energy Solutions Bruce Power has completed the construction phase of the Major Component Replacement (MCR) project for Unit 3, finishing on budget and ahead of schedule. The project’s completion marks a significant step toward meeting Ontario's growing energy demands and bolstering the province’s economic growth. Upon returning to service, Unit 3 is expected to generate enough clean

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Powering Ontario’s Future: Bruce Power Unit 3 MCR Completed - Cozzy Energy Solutions Bruce Power has announced the conclusion of the construction phase for the Unit 3 Major Component Replacement (MCR) project. Once operational with its newly installed components, Unit 3 is projected to supply enough electricity to power a city the size of Brampton for more than 35 years, a capacity deemed crucial given forecasts of a

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Unit 3 Refurbishment Construction Complete - Cozzy Energy Solutions Bruce Power Announces Completion of Construction Phase for Unit 3 Refurbishment Bruce Power has confirmed the completion of the construction phase for the Major Component Replacement project at Unit 3, reporting that the work remains on budget and is progressing ahead of schedule. The Bruce site, situated 18 kilometers north of Kincardine in Bruce County,

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Ontario’s proposed Wesleyville nuclear project could become the world’s largest — but critics warn costs may EXCEED $165 BILLION, raising major risks for ratepayers 💰😱

A new analysis looks at the growing concerns: shorturl.at/czxF7

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Unit 3 Refurbishment Completed: Powering Ontario’s Future - Cozzy Energy Solutions Bruce Power Completes Major Component Replacement on Unit 3 Bruce Power has finished the construction phase of the Major Component Replacement (MCR) project for Unit 3, completing the work on time and within budget. The accomplishment, attributed to innovative tools and a skilled workforce of Ontario tradespeople, paves the way for the unit’s return to

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Powering Ontario’s Future: Bruce Power Unit 3 Returns - Cozzy Energy Solutions Bruce Power is preparing to reconnect Unit 3 to the Ontario power grid in the coming months, a development that supports clean energy goals for the province. The major construction portion of the Major Component Replacement (MCR) project for Unit 3 is finished, with the focus now on restoring the reactor to operational status. When

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Powering the North: Ontario Fast-Tracks Barrie-Sudbury Transmission Line - Cozzy Energy Solutions Ontario accelerates construction of the Barrie-Sudbury transmission line, declaring it a priority project. The line, to be built by Hydro One in collaboration with First Nations communities along the route, will extend approximately 290 kilometres from the Essa Transformer Station near Barrie to the Hanmer Transformer Station outside Sudbury. Upon completion, the 500-kilovolt transmission line

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Powering the Future: Ontario’s New Transmission Line Project - Cozzy Energy Solutions The Ontario government has designated the construction of a new transmission line between Barrie and Sudbury as a priority project and has selected Hydro One to lead its development. Associate Minister of Energy-Intensive Industries Sam Oosterhoff, along with leaders from the Energy Corridor First Nations (ECFN) and neighboring communities, announced the accelerated construction of the

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Nuclear Gamble: Ontario’s Power Plan at a Crossroads - Cozzy Energy Solutions Ontario Plans New Nuclear Site Despite Existing Reliance on Nuclear Power Ontario is moving forward with plans for a new nuclear power generation site in Port Hope, approximately 100 kilometers east of Toronto. The province already derives roughly 55% of its electricity from nuclear sources, with hydroelectric power contributing another 25%. Renewable energy sources like

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Nuclear Ambitions, Rising Rates: Ontario’s Energy Crossroads - Cozzy Energy Solutions The Ontario government’s ambitious plan to significantly expand the province’s nuclear power generation capacity faces potential challenges due to rising electricity rates. Last May, Energy Minister Stephen Lecce and Premier Doug Ford announced a $20.9-billion investment to construct four small modular reactors in Clarington. In November, approval was given for a $26.8-billion refurbishment project for

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Powering Ontario’s Future: A Long-Term Energy Strategy - Cozzy Energy Solutions Ontario Seeks Long-Term Energy and Capacity Resources Through New Request for Proposals The Independent Electricity System Operator (IESO) is moving forward with a Long Lead-Time Request for Proposals (LLT RFP) to secure energy and capacity resources with extended project development timelines, addressing anticipated growth in Ontario’s electricity demand. This initiative follows consultations with stakeholders beginning

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Ontario’s New Approach to Power Transmission - Cozzy Energy Solutions Ontario has established a new competitive procurement process for electricity transmission infrastructure, known as the Transmitter Selection Framework (TSF). The framework was directed by the Ontario Ministry of Energy in July 2023. Currently, the TSF is being used to select a contractor to develop, construct, and operate a 900 MW electricity transmission line from Clarington

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