Ontario electricity policy

Hydro One announces sustainability commitments and path to net-zero greenhouse gas emissions by 2050 and a 30 per cent reduction by 2030

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Wednesday, July 28, 2021
Emissions reduction, Carbon dioxide, Physical sciences, Natural environment, Chemistry, Carbon finance, Kyoto Protocol and government action, United Nations Framework Convention on Climate Change, California Senate Bill 32

TORONTO, July 28, 2021 /PRNewswire/ - Today, Hydro One announced its plans to achieve net-zero greenhouse gas (GHG) emissions by 2050, with a target to achieve a 30 per cent GHG emissions reduction by 2030.

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  • TORONTO, July 28, 2021 /PRNewswire/ - Today, Hydro One announced its plans to achieve net-zero greenhouse gas (GHG) emissions by 2050, with a target to achieve a 30 per cent GHG emissions reduction by 2030.
  • "At Hydro One, we recognize the vital role we play in energizing life for Ontarians," said Mark Poweska, President and CEO, Hydro One.
  • "I commend Hydro One for helping Ontario achieve its emissions reduction targets, because clean, green growth is our province's way forward."
  • In addition to its net-zero by 2050 target, Hydro One also committed to greeningits fleet, supporting Indigenous businesses and communities and increasing employment diversity.

Hydro One Second Quarter 2021 Results Release August 10, 2021 Before Markets Open

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Monday, July 12, 2021
Economy of Ontario, ONTARIO, Ontario electricity policy, Hydro One, Ontario Hydro, Economy of Toronto, Economy of Canada, New York Stock Exchange, Toronto Stock Exchange

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    TORONTO, July 12, 2021 /PRNewswire/ - Hydro One Limited (TSX: H), the largest electric transmission and distribution utility in Ontario, plans to release its second quarter financial results the morning of August 10, 2021 before North American financial markets open.
  • A summary of the results will be distributed by newswire and the complete MD&A and financial statements will be posted at hydroone.com/investors and www.sedar.com .
  • Hydro One's management will host a teleconference with the investment community at 8 a.m.
  • Hydro One Limited's common shares are listed on the TSX and certain of Hydro One Inc.'s medium term notes are listed on the NYSE.

United Engineers & Constructors Joint Venture, The Steam Generating Team, Awarded Steam Generator Replacement Contract for Units 3 and 4 at Bruce Nuclear Generating Station

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Friday, July 9, 2021
Engineering, Other Energy, Utilities, Environment, Manufacturing, Energy, Nuclear, Nuclear power stations, Électricité de France, Nuclear technology, Bruce Nuclear Generating Station, OMERS, Ontario Power Generation, Ontario electricity policy, Framatome, Economy of Ontario, Bruce Power, Electric generator, Power station, United, Framatome, UNITED, FRAMATOME

The Steam Generating Team (SGT), a partnership between Framatome and United Engineers & Constructors, Inc. (United), recently announced that the Steam Generator Replacement Team (SGRT) was awarded an approximately CA$350 million (US$284 million) contract with Bruce Power to replace steam generators at Units 3 and 4 of the Bruce Nuclear Generating Station in Ontario, Canada.

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  • The Steam Generating Team (SGT), a partnership between Framatome and United Engineers & Constructors, Inc. (United), recently announced that the Steam Generator Replacement Team (SGRT) was awarded an approximately CA$350 million (US$284 million) contract with Bruce Power to replace steam generators at Units 3 and 4 of the Bruce Nuclear Generating Station in Ontario, Canada.
  • With our partners at SGRT, we are proud to support Bruce Power on its Major Component Replacement Project and its continued delivery of reliable, low-carbon electricity.
  • In 2017, SGRT signed a long-term Preferred Supplier Agreement for steam generator replacements at the plants remaining five units as part of the Major Component Replacement Project.
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    Framatome is an international leader in nuclear energy recognized for its innovative solutions and value added technologies for the global nuclear fleet.

Toronto Hydro receives the Business Continuity Institute award for Most Effective Recovery for its response to the COVID-19 pandemic

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Wednesday, June 2, 2021
Ontario electricity policy, Municipal government of Toronto, Toronto Hydro, Business Continuity Institute, Hydro, Toronto, Psychological resilience, BCI, Articles, ONTARIO

TORONTO, June 2, 2021 /CNW/ -Toronto Hydro has receivedthe Most Effective Recovery Award from the Business Continuity Institute (BCI) Americas.

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  • TORONTO, June 2, 2021 /CNW/ -Toronto Hydro has receivedthe Most Effective Recovery Award from the Business Continuity Institute (BCI) Americas.
  • The BCI is a global organization of business continuity and resilience professionals representing more than 100 countries worldwide.
  • Toronto Hydro received the award in recognition of its response to COVID-19, including efforts to mobilize immediately to protect its workforce and the public, while continuing to provide safe and reliable delivery of power throughout the city of Toronto.
  • Ave Lethbridge, Executive Vice-President and Chief Human Resources and Safety Officer, Toronto Hydro
    Toronto Hydro owns and operates the electricity distribution system forCanada'slargest city.

Hydro One Limited Announces Voting Results from Annual Meeting of Shareholders

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Wednesday, May 26, 2021
Hydro One, Ontario Hydro, Ontario electricity policy, Hydro, Scottish and Southern Electricity Networks, Economy of Ontario, ONTARIO, Electric power

Our team of approximately 8,700 skilled and dedicated employees proudly build and maintain a safe and reliable electricity system which is essential to supporting strong and successful communities.

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  • Our team of approximately 8,700 skilled and dedicated employees proudly build and maintain a safe and reliable electricity system which is essential to supporting strong and successful communities.
  • In 2020, Hydro One invested approximately $1.9 billion in its transmission and distribution networks, and supported the economy through buying approximately $1.7 billion of goods and services.
  • We are committed to the communities where we live and work through community investment, sustainability and diversity initiatives.
  • Hydro One Limited's common shares are listed on the TSX and certain of Hydro One Inc.'s medium term notes are listed on the NYSE.

North America, South America, MEA, India, China and Rest of APAC Utility and Generation Power Quality (PQ) Meters Database 2020 - ResearchAndMarkets.com

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Friday, May 21, 2021
Utilities, Energy, Renewable energy, Energy, Alternative energy, Sustainable energy, Energy policy, Renewable electricity, Renewable portfolio standards in the United States, Ontario electricity policy

b'Annual Market (Units) in Generation (Conventional) from 2019-2025.\nAnnual Market (Units) in Generation (Solar) from 2019-2025.\nAnnual Market (Units) in Generation (Wind) from 2019-2025.\nAnnual Market (Revenue) in Generation (Conventional) from 2019-2025.\nAnnual Market (Revenue) in Generation (Solar) from 2019-2025.\nAnnual Market (Revenue) in Generation (Wind) from 2019-2025.\nAnnual Market (Units) in Utility (Distribution) from 2019-2025.\nAnnual Market (Units) in Utility (Transmission) from 2019-2025.\nAnnual Market (Revenue) in Utility (Distribution) from 2019-2025.\nAnnual Market (Revenue) in Utility (Transmission) from 2019-2025.\nSome Possible Exhibits from the Database:\n'

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  • b'Annual Market (Units) in Generation (Conventional) from 2019-2025.\nAnnual Market (Units) in Generation (Solar) from 2019-2025.\nAnnual Market (Units) in Generation (Wind) from 2019-2025.\nAnnual Market (Revenue) in Generation (Conventional) from 2019-2025.\nAnnual Market (Revenue) in Generation (Solar) from 2019-2025.\nAnnual Market (Revenue) in Generation (Wind) from 2019-2025.\nAnnual Market (Units) in Utility (Distribution) from 2019-2025.\nAnnual Market (Units) in Utility (Transmission) from 2019-2025.\nAnnual Market (Revenue) in Utility (Distribution) from 2019-2025.\nAnnual Market (Revenue) in Utility (Transmission) from 2019-2025.\nSome Possible Exhibits from the Database:\n'

The CIB and private sector partners to invest $1.7 billion in Lake Erie Connector

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Tuesday, April 13, 2021
Electric power distribution, Electricity market, Lake Erie Connector, Electric power, Energy, Electrical engineering, Ontario electricity policy

This is a true win-win for both Canada and the U.S., both economically and environmentally.\nThe Lake Erie Connector has tremendous potential to generate customer savings, help achieve shared carbon reduction goals, and increase electricity system reliability and flexibility.

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  • This is a true win-win for both Canada and the U.S., both economically and environmentally.\nThe Lake Erie Connector has tremendous potential to generate customer savings, help achieve shared carbon reduction goals, and increase electricity system reliability and flexibility.
  • Connecting Ontario's electricity grid to the PJM electricity market will bring significant, tangible benefits to our province.
  • The Lake Erie Connector is a perfect example of that.
  • The Canada Infrastructure Bank's investment will give Ontario direct access to North America's largest electricity market - 13 states and D.C.

Hydro One First Quarter 2021 Results Release May 7, 2021 Before Markets Open

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Friday, April 9, 2021
Economy of Ontario, ONTARIO, Ontario electricity policy, Hydro One, Ontario Hydro, Economy of Canada, New York Stock Exchange, Toronto Stock Exchange

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    TORONTO, April 9, 2021 /PRNewswire/ - Hydro One Limited (TSX: H), the largest electric transmission and distribution utility in Ontario, plans to release its first quarter financial results the morning of May 7, 2021 before North American financial markets open.
  • A summary of the results will be distributed by newswire and the complete MD&A and financial statements will be posted at hydroone.com/investors and www.sedar.com .
  • Hydro One's management will host a teleconference with the investment community at 8 a.m.
  • Hydro One Limited's common shares are listed on the TSX and certain of Hydro One Inc.'s medium term notes are listed on the NYSE.

New Electricity Transmission Line to Support Economic Growth in Southwest Ontario

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Monday, March 29, 2021
Ontario electricity policy, ONTARIO, Ontario Hydro, Provinces and territories of Canada, Ontario Energy Board, European Securities and Markets Authority, Independent Electricity System Operator, Directive 2014/65/EU, IESO, Ministry of Energy, Hydro One

The Independent Electricity System Operator (IESO) has requested that Hydro One continue to expand electricity infrastructure in southwestern Ontario by building the 230 kilovolt double circuit transmission line, which, if approved by the Ontario Energy Board, would be in service by 2028.

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  • The Independent Electricity System Operator (IESO) has requested that Hydro One continue to expand electricity infrastructure in southwestern Ontario by building the 230 kilovolt double circuit transmission line, which, if approved by the Ontario Energy Board, would be in service by 2028.
  • "We applaud this investment in a new transmission line for Southwestern Ontario," said Greg Rickford, Minister of Energy, Northern Development and Mines.
  • This investment will help drive economic growth and provide a reliable supply of electricity to power the rapidly growing agricultural sector in the region."
  • The IESO has been engaging with local and regional stakeholders to better understand electricity needs in the area to support economic development and job growth.

New Electricity Transmission Line to Support Economic Growth in Southwest Ontario

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Monday, March 29, 2021
Ontario electricity policy, ONTARIO, Ontario Hydro, Provinces and territories of Canada, Independent Electricity System Operator, Ministry of Energy, Hydro One, Ontario Energy Board, IESO, Greg Rickford, Port Alma Wind Farm

The Independent Electricity System Operator (IESO) has requested that Hydro One continue to expand electricity infrastructure in southwestern Ontario by building the 230 kilovolt double circuit transmission line, which, if approved by the Ontario Energy Board, would be in service by 2028.

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  • The Independent Electricity System Operator (IESO) has requested that Hydro One continue to expand electricity infrastructure in southwestern Ontario by building the 230 kilovolt double circuit transmission line, which, if approved by the Ontario Energy Board, would be in service by 2028.
  • "We applaud this investment in a new transmission line for Southwestern Ontario," said Greg Rickford, Minister of Energy, Northern Development and Mines.
  • This investment will help drive economic growth and provide a reliable supply of electricity to power the rapidly growing agricultural sector in the region."
  • The IESO has been engaging with local and regional stakeholders to better understand electricity needs in the area to support economic development and job growth.