assists with some of the initial project development costs associated with First Nation and Métis community renewable energy projects. Aboriginal Renewable Energy Network (AREN) is a web-based source of information relating to conservation and renewable energy development that will continue to evolve based on the needs of and input from Ontario’s A [..]

The CPI is an indicator of changes in consumer prices experienced by Canadians. It is obtained by comparing, over time, the cost of a fixed basket of goods and services purchased by consumers. Since the basket contains goods and services of unchanging or equivalent quantity and quality, the index reflects only pure price change. The CPI is also wid [..]

A distribution system carries electricity from the transmission system and delivers it to consumers. Typically, the network would include medium-voltage power lines, substations and polemounted transformers, low-voltage distribution wiring and electricity meters.

The ESA is a not-for-profit corporation that operates as an Administrative Authority under the Electricity Act, 1998, and has an Administrative Agreement with the Ministry of Consumer Services. Its role is to enhance public electrical safety in Ontario. It is also responsible for administering specific regulations related to electricity distributio [..]

A guaranteed rate program that provides stable prices through long-term contracts for energy generated using renewable resources.

The agreement between the Ontario Government and the Korean Consortium to develop, construct and operate wind and solar projects in Ontario.

This act was created to expand renewable energy generation, encourage energy conservation and promote the creation of clean energy jobs. The GEA is sparking growth in clean and renewable sources of energy such as wind, solar, hydro and bioenergy.

Gases that contribute to the capture of heat in the Earth’s atmosphere. Carbon dioxide is the most prominent GHG. In addition to natural sources, it is released into the Earth’s atmosphere as a result of the burning of fossil fuels such as coal, oil and natural gas. GHG is widely acknowledged as a contributor to climate change.

A standard quantity of power in a residential-size electricity system, equal to 1,000 watts (W). Ten 100-watt light bulbs operated together consume one kW of power.

A co-op with a minimum equity participation of 15 per cent and a minimum participation level of 50 property owners in a municipality where the FIT Project is located.