by Aaron Thornell | Nov 6, 2018 | Advocacy, News
In late September, the Ontario Government revoked proposed legislative changes that would have helped grow the renewable energy sector in the province. Two proposed regulations under the Ontario Energy Board Act, would have allowed for third-party ownership of...
by Aaron Thornell | Oct 10, 2018 | Advocacy, News
Back in July, while the members and supporters of Ottawa Renewable Energy Co-op were hoping for the best under the newly elected Progressive Conservative Party of Ontario, they were also preparing for the worst. When the Independent Electricity Systems Operator (IESO)...
by Aaron Thornell | Aug 28, 2018 | Advocacy, News
The Ottawa Renewable Energy Co-operative is now accepting nominations for new members of its Board of Directors. Individuals must be members of the Co-operative in order to serve on the board. The roles of board members are as follows: Regular attendance (in-person or...
by Aaron Thornell | Jun 14, 2018 | Advocacy, News
OREC partners with Farm Radio International to promote solar in Tanzania Ownership of a solar home system can improve the quality of life and agricultural productivity of small-scale farmers in Africa. The falling price of these systems and the ability to pay for them...
by Aaron Thornell | Jun 12, 2018 | Advocacy, News
The Ottawa Renewable Energy Co-operative congratulates the Progressive Conservatives for their strong victory in the recent Ontario election. There will certainly be changes in provincial climate, energy and electricity policies. How they will affect the...
by Aaron Thornell | Feb 7, 2017 | Advocacy
The Ottawa Renewable Energy Co-operative is always striving to remain engaged and proactive within the changing landscape that is Ontario’s energy legislation. In 2017, the province invited input on its net metering program, particularly how it related to...
