different perspectives: The Ontario Energy Association, and me
I saw a tweet the other day that seemed like the Ontario Energy Industry would be addressing an issue of interest to me: #ELECTRICITY RATES: WHERE DO WE GO FROM HERE? Join us as Vince Brescia presents findings by the #OEA & @IFSD_IFPD on how to reduce rates by 12%. This research will be useful for Ontarians to consider as we grapple with this challenge ahead. More info: https://t.co/G9wNyYL0UI pic.twitter.com/PqpmWR08aK — Ontario Energy Association (OEA) (@energyontario) April 23, 2020 Turns out it was a lot less interesting than I thought. My quick scan of the OEA's "Help those who need help" paper finds little I agree with presented from a perspective that is foreign to me - and yet I agree with the action option they steer people to agree with: OPTION 3: PHASE OUT ELECTRICITY COST REFINANCING SUBSIDIES This option is the lowest cost option for provincial taxpayers. It would see bills remain stable, increasing by about 1.5% more than inflation each year until s...