As Ontario's electricity demand grows, the Independent Electricity System Operator is rolling out a new process for securing more energy and storage solutions. Unlike previous procurement processes, municipalities now need to provide their support for project proposals before the proposals can be submitted to the IESO. This change empowers municipalities to significantly influence how local energy projects are developed. However, this also means more responsibilities. This guide offers strategies for municipalities to update planning documents, options to consider when evaluating renewable energy development proposals, and recommendations for application fees to cover the additional workload. We’ve also included some examples to demonstrate how other municipalities are already tackling this new process.
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