Omitted Costs, Inflated Benefits: Renewable Energy Policy in Ontario
In: Bulletin of science, technology & society, Band 31, Heft 5, S. 369-376
ISSN: 1552-4183
The government of Ontario has adopted wind energy development as an alternative energy source. It enacted the Green Energy and Economy Act, May 2009, with the intention to fast track the approval process regarding industrial wind turbines. The Act legislated a centralized decision making process while removing local jurisdictional authority. Throughout this process, the government reassured the public of inexpensive and reliable electricity. This article explores the costs and benefits related to the renewable energy policy established in Ontario, Canada.