Legislative Update: Ratepayers Challenge the Constitutionality of Parts of Ontario’s Green Energy Law
An important part of Ontario’s green energy initiative is legislation that seeks to levy a so-called special purpose charge (“SPC”) on ratepayers.
Legislative Update: Energy Consumer Protection Act, 2010
Ontario Bill 235 received Royal Assent on May 18, 2010. The purpose of the new legislation is to provide safeguards for energy consumers.
First Ontario Energy Board Decision to Consider the Implementation of Ontario’s Green Energy Act
First decision released by the Ontario Energy Board addressing implementation of Green Energy Act.
Ontario Court of Appeal Confirms Limits on the Freedom of Publicly Regulated Companies
There is an important distinction between private corporations and publicly regulated corporations (Toronto Hydro-Electric System Limited and the Ontario Energy Board).
Thinking About “Going Green”? Proceed with Caution
“Going Green” is the latest trend in consumer marketing the corporate advertiser’s must-have accessory for the 21st century.
Renewable Energy Projects: Planning Powers Reduced
The Government of Ontario introduced and gave first reading to the Green Energy Act, 2009 on February 23.
Proposed Green Energy Act Places Limits on Municipal Land Use Planning Powers
On February 23, 2009, the Government of Ontario introduced and gave first reading to the Green Energy Act, 2009 (the “Act”).
Rooftop Solar Panels – Good Business Sense or Not?
A number of landlords, owners and tenants have recently received inquiries from rooftop solar panel installers desirous of installing solar panels on their roofs.