Tag: Electricity System

Ontario Program to Pay Smart Thermostat Owners for Summer Temperature Control

Ontario is rolling out an energy conservation program that will pay residents with smart thermostats to lower their air conditioning during certain periods in the summer. Residential customers who sign up for the Peak Perks program will receive a $75 prepaid credit card in exchange for giving their smart thermostat manufacturer secure access to the…


Ontario Procures More Natural Gas, Battery Storage for Electricity System

Ontario’s electricity system operator is announcing that it is bringing seven new battery storage projects into the province’s grid, to support reliability and help eventually move away from natural gas. But in the meantime, today’s procurement announcement also comes with more natural gas generation, from expansions and upgrades at existing sites. The Independent Electricity System…