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Published Dec 01, 2024 • Last updated 12 hours ago • 3 minute read
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Development of a new power generating station in the Nanticoke Industrial Park could bring economic benefits to Haldimand County, Mayor Shelley Ann Bentley says.
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“Energy demands are soaring and Ontario will need new energy generation,” Bentley said. “As Mayor, I’m excited to be able to bridge that gap.
“OPG (Ontario Power Generation) has the old coal generating site sitting there with the infrastructure waiting to be developed.”
Bentley said the creation of a new fund with up to $50 million for municipal host communities for infrastructure investments and attraction of co-located industry will be a positive impact for Haldimand County.
“The addition to our municipal tax base, the associated jobs and economic development for our municipalities, I believe is a win for our county,” Bentley said. “I look forward to working with all parties in the upcoming months to start planning for our future and the future of our residents.”
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Bentley commented following an announcement by Stephen Lecce, Ontario’s Minister of Energy and Electrification, last week.
Lecce said Nanticoke is one of three Ontario Power Generation (OPG) sites that are being examined as potential sites for future electricity developments. The other two sites are Lambton in St. Clair, previously home to coal-fired generating stations, and Wesleyville in Port Hope.
Bentley attended Lecce’s announcement.
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