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Ontario Feed in Tariff (FIT) program
The FIT and MicroFIT programs are undergoing review. See posts below for details.
As part of the Green Energy Act, the Ontario Power Authority has implemented a new Feed In Tariff (FIT) program, mainly targeting small and medium sized rooftop solar installations. The contract price and terms are very attractive. Program rules and complete pricing can be found at the OPA website. See our brochure (PDF, 814k) for some more MicroFIT details, check out our FAQ, and contact us to learn how to make the FIT work for you.
Beware of Unscrupulous Contractors
It's come to our attention that some contractors may be applying for OPA MicroFIT contracts for customers without the customer's consent or knowledge. This is dishonest and predatory and can limit your choice as a customer in the future. Be sure to protect yourself against these dishonest contractors.
FIT Review: What do you do?
If you are contemplating installing a FIT or MicroFIT system in Ontario you are probably wondering how the FIT review process will affect your plans. We have some recommendations.
FIT Review: Look abroad for examples
The recently begun OPA FIT Review Process is harmful to the industry in Ontario because effectivity is backdated and because the OPA is not being transparent in addressing this issue. See our recent post on this topic for more detail. However we have only to look to the EU for interesting comparisons.
FIT and MicroFIT Scheduled Review Flawed, Hurts Ontario Industry
The Ontario Power Authority has announced its 2-year review of the FIT and MicroFIT programs. We think that's great! Regrettably, though, they have back-dated the effectivity of any new rules and pricing to Sept 1, 2011, for MicroFIT applications and to December 8, 2010, for FIT CAE applications. This back-dating appears to violate the FIT rules, as do other aspects of this review process.
Ontario Election 2011
The citizens of Ontario have voted in support of expanding green energy in Ontario! The Green Energy Act and Feed In Tariff program are key tools for making this happen and with the incoming Liberal government support for these pieces of legislation should remain in Queen's Park.
Thank you to everyone who spoke to and messaged the candidates through Stand Up For Solar, SineONtario!, and other mechanisms. You've helped to raise the profile of solar in Ontario and sent a strong message to all incoming MPPs that solar is an important part of our future energy mix.
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