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May 16, 2013

The OPA received almost 4,000 Small FIT applications from across the province during the application window that opened on December 14, 2012, and closed on January 18, 2013. 

Applications that passed both the completeness and eligibility reviews will move onto the transmission and distribution availability testing in the order in which they have been ranked, according to the priority points awarded during the review process.  The time stamp has been used to determine the order where applications had the same number of points.

Up to 200 MW of contracts are expected to be offered in the summer of 2013 to applications that pass the transmission and distribution availability testing once testing is complete.

May 8, 2013

Re: World Trade Organization Decision

Dear CanSIA Members and solar energy stakeholders,

Japan brought the case to the WTO in 2010, arguing that domestic content requirement in Ontario violated international trade agreements. It was joined in the action by European Union and the United States. This week the WTO turned down an appeal by Canada.  CanSIA is currently assessing what the implications of the decision are to the industry.

We will continue to monitor what the ruling means to the solar industry in Ontario, promoting the need for a stable government policy. We are committed to seeing government procure solar as an important part of Ontario's clean, affordable supply mix.

John Gorman

April 29, 2013

We will be a part of Richmond Hill Home and Garden Show for the first time this year! Come and join us to have great time this up-coming weekend on May 3 – May 5, 2013.

Richmond Green ParkSports Centre1300 Elgin Mills Road EastRichmond Hill ON

SHOWTIMESFriday May 3  -   5pm to 9pmSaturday May 4  -  9am to 6pmSunday May 5  -  10am to 5pm

Our Solar PV experts will be available to answer all questions and concerns about Ontario-Made Solar Panels, Solar off-grid systems, microFIT solar program for your home or business.

March 11, 2013

Logitest Solar will be participating at the National Home Show once again this year! Come and visit us at the booth #3423 to find out what’s new in two leading Ontario solar programs – microFIT and Net-Metering. Our solar consultants will be at the show to answer your questions about solar modules, solar batteries, solar off-grid packages and much more.

For show information and hours click here.

January 31, 2013

The OPA is continuing to process microFIT applications until the 50 MW procurement target is achieved. The current price schedule remains in effect.

Applicants are reminded that their contract price will be the price in effect when their application approval notice is issued.

Source: microfit.powerauthority.on.ca

January 17, 2013

On Wednesday, Jan. 2, 2013, the Boulder County Board of Commissioners adopted the most recent—and progressive–building codes for energy efficiency and added requirements that all new homes be wired for electric vehicles and solar panels.

The new codes also have an added requirement that builders either install solar panels for generating electricity or heating water or the wiring and/or conduit for future solar installations.

Homes built to the 2012 International Energy Conservation Code codes that the commissioners adopted are tightly constructed and fine-tuned  for very efficient heating and cooling. with the addition of solar panels, they are likely be net zero energy, meaning that they produce as much power as they use.

Source: EarthTechLing

December 17, 2012

The Ontario Power Authority (OPA) is now accepting Small FIT applications for renewable energy projects with a proposed capacity of more than 10 kilowatts and up to 500 kilowatts. This application window will be closing on January 18, 2013. The OPA will award up to 200 megawatts worth of contracts as a result of applications received during this small FIT window.

More information is available at fit.powerauthority.on.ca. The OPA will also be hosting a web-enabled teleconference on Wednesday, December 19, 2012 (please note date change), to review the revised FIT program and answer questions from interested stakeholders. Details on how to participate can be found here.

December 4, 2012

 Let's hope he will take good care of Canada!

 

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December 3, 2012

A new opinion poll commissioned by Friends of the Earth Canada shows overwhelming support for green energy in Ontario, and strong opposition to the World Trade Organization (WTO)’s meddling in buy local programs that create thousands of green jobs for Ontarians.The survey conducted by Oraclepoll Research found that 83% of Ontarians believe it is important to have more renewable, green energy in Ontario to deal with climate change and help reduce record levels of greenhouse gases in the atmosphere. Only 11% of respondents believe that it is not important to take action.The survey also found that there is strong opposition to the WTO’s recent challenge of Ontario’s buy local green energy policies. Almost three-quarters (73%) of respondents feel that the WTO should not be able to override Ontario’s plans to encourage investment in green energy, while only 27% believe that it should.“This opinion poll shows that there is overwhelming support for green energy in Ontario. This strong support should translate into action - governments should encourage the transition to solar and wind power to help reduce record levels of greenhouse gases,” says Beatrice Olivastri, CEO, Friends of the Earth Canada.

Source:foecanada.org

The Oraclepoll Research survey was commissioned by Friends of the Earth Canada and conducted on November 21-23, 2012. A total of 1,000 people were surveyed, with a margin of error of +/- 3.1%, 19/20 times. For more details visit Friends of the Earth’s website at foecanada.org.

November 28, 2012

The OPA is directed to open the Small FIT application window as soon as possible and to follow through with awarding 200 MW of projects. The OPA is to work diligently to develop the program rules and contract as soon as possible in 2013 for a pilot program for applicants with un-constructed buildings wishing to apply for small FIT rooftop solar contracts.

Direction

Pursuant to the authority I have, as Minister of Energy, under sections 25.32 and 25.35 of the Electricity Act, 1998, I hereby direct the Ontario Power Authority (OPA) to continue the Feed-in Tariff (FIT) and microFIT programs developed pursuant to the direction issued September 24, 2009 and amended by the April 5 and July 11, 2012 directions subject to such further amendments as may be required in order to implement the policies set out below.

Source: Powerauthority.on.ca