Monday, December 11, 2023

Green energy tenders to open

The Ontario government is expected to open an opportunity to bid to supply green energy sometime next year.

It will be an opportunity for farmers to sell methane from manure digestion or sites for wind turbines and solar panels.


The Globe and Mail reports that “the Independent Electricity System Operator (IESO), which manages the province’s grid, is planning to announce this week that it is launching consultations for a new procurement process for non-emitting electricity. 


“Although that could also include new hydro and biomass generation, wind and solar are expected to be major components.


“In an interview, Chuck Farmer, IESO vice-president of planning, conservation and resource adequacy, said the aim will be to start seeking bids in 2024, and for those projects to come online by 2029.”