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Proposed Battery Energy Storage Systems
Posted on Friday, November 10, 2023 09:31 AM
The Independent Electricity System Operator (IESO) manages Ontario's power system. After more than a decade of strong supply, Ontario is entering a period of emerging electricity system needs, driven by increasing demand, the retirement of the Pickering nuclear plant, the refurbishment of other nuclear generating units, as well as expiring contracts for existing facilities.
To address these needs, IESO has released a Request for Proposals for new electrical capacity as part of the procurement...
Ontario Celebrates National Disability Employment Awareness Month
Posted on Tuesday, October 03, 2023 12:09 PM
Durham Region celebrates Circular Economy Month this October
Posted on Wednesday, September 27, 2023 05:36 PM
Whitby, Ontario – The Regional Municipality of Durham is celebrating Circular Economy Month this October. The Circular Innovation Council has extended Waste Reduction Week in Canada beyond the third week of October into Circular Economy Month to educate and excite Canadians about the opportunities and benefits of the circular economy.
The third week of October will continue as Waste Reduction Week (WRW), with daily themes related to specific waste streams and the waste reduction component of a...
The Township of Brock Introduces a new, State-of-the-art Electric Ice Resurfacing Machine
Posted on Thursday, September 21, 2023 11:55 AM
A Climate Emergency was declared in 2021 by The Township of Brock and has taken one small step in its initiative to becoming a greener community by introducing the first electric ice resurfacing machine. The state-of-the-art vehicle is a significant first step for Brock Township that will reduce carbon emissions and provide a better experience for our athletes for years to come.
The Township of Brock’s aim in replacing the traditional propane-powered ice resurfacing machine with an electronic...
Council Highlights - September 11, 2023
Posted on Tuesday, September 19, 2023 12:01 PM
- Council has authorized the purchase of a used wheeled excavator from Toromont Cat
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Parks, Recreation and Facilities Committee has approved the request by the Cannington Haunted Attraction and Cannington Historical Society to install three (3) 'SeaCans' in Macleod Park, Cannington. These 'SeaCans' are strictly for storage purposes and not intended to be incorporated as part of the museum or haunted trail. The configuration and placement of three (3) 'SeaCans' will be relatively hidden by the...