Ontario is taking some preliminary steps towards doubtlessly constructing a brand new nuclear producing station close to Port Hope, Ont.
Ontario is taking some preliminary steps towards doubtlessly constructing a brand new nuclear producing station close to Port Hope, Ont.
Power Minister Stephen Lecce says Ontario Energy Technology is exploring the likelihood following constructive engagement with the native municipality and First Nation neighborhood.
Lecce beforehand introduced in November that he had requested Ontario Energy Technology to start discussions with municipalities and First Nation communities round three OPG-owned websites the place the province may doubtlessly construct new technology reminiscent of nuclear vegetation.
Port Hope and the Williams Treaties First Nations are the primary to say they’re prepared to proceed these discussions, and OPG says it’s nonetheless exploring placing new energy technology at its Nanticoke web site in Haldimand County and Lambton in St. Clair.
Officers say OPG expects to start out impression evaluation actions this yr for the Wesleyville web site close to Port Hope, and would hope to get building and operation licences within the 2030s for operation within the 2040s.
Officers say the location may help a nuclear plant with a capability of 8,000 to 10,000 megawatts, which is bigger than any of Ontario’s at present working nuclear amenities.
This report by The Canadian Press was first printed Jan. 15, 2025.
Allison Jones, The Canadian Press
