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Ontario pumped storage proposals still alive as province seeks updated cost estimate

Energy Minister Todd Smith punted on making a final decision on two pumped storage hydroelectric projects, despite analysis from the province's grid operator that found neither project would benefit ratepayers.

Published Jan 17, 2024 at 3:10pm

Davis Legree
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Davis Legree
Ontario pumped storage proposals still alive as province seeks updated cost estimate

Ontario Minister of Energy Todd Smith answers questions during the daily briefing at Queen's Park in Toronto on Tuesday, April 21, 2020. (Frank Gunn/The Canadian Press)

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