With the population of the region expected grow in the coming years, work is underway to boost the power grid.
Monday marked the official groundbreaking ceremony for the new Chatham to Lakeshore Transmission Line.
The Chatham to Lakeshore Transmission Line is paving the way for Ontario’s clean energy future and will support economic growth and local food suppliers in southwest Ontario,” said David Lebeter, President and CEO, Hydro One. “With our strong history in building new transmission lines, we’re focused on creating a new electricity network in the southwest that will bring a cascade of benefits including more jobs and economic growth, as well as equity investment opportunities for local First Nations that will generate revenues for generations to come.”
With predictions that the need for electricity is expected to soar in the coming years, the 400 megawatt increase will be enough to light up the city of Windsor.
“The Chatham to Lakeshore line is an essential part of the plan for meeting the increasing electricity needs in the southwest,” said Lesley Gallinger, President and Chief Executive Officer, Independent Electricity System Operator (IESO). “Along with energy efficiency programs and innovative projects to reduce peak demand, it will be instrumental in supporting the ongoing economic growth in the region.”
The $270-million project is expected to be completed in 2025.
