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TIME FOR A VISION
Many electricity assets are approaching their end of life and must be
replaced;
Developments in information technology and automation raise exciting
possibilities for a reconfigured electrical grid;
Extreme weather reminds us of our reliance on critical electrical
infrastructure; and,
Many stakeholders are advocating greater forms of regional integration in
North America.
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THE CASE FOR ACTION NOW
The Canadian electricity system is in need of massive infrastructure renewal,
with most of Canada’s non-hydro assets needing renewal or replacement by
2050.
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RECOMMENDATIONS
Each of the following recommendations would contribute significantly to one
or more of the Vision 2050 objectives of renewing the system, delivering
maximum value and contributing to a low carbon economy.
1. Accelerate innovation and customer management of energy;
2. Implement financial instruments for carbon reduction;
3. Enable electric vehicles; and,
4. Expand collaboration across borders.
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BENEFITS OF GRID CONNECTIVITY
The grid provides in-rush
current support for starting
large motors, which may be
difficult to replicate with a
distributed generator.
Source: Electric Power Research Institute, “The
Integrated Grid: Realizing the Full Value of Central
and Distributed Energy Resources, 2014, p. 18.
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The Canadian Electricity Association
welcomes your views on Vision 2050.
Canadian Electricity Association
275 Slater Street, Suite 1500
Ottawa, ON K1P 5H9
Tel: 613 230 9263
www.Vision2050.ca www.electricity.ca
@CDNelectricity
#Vision2050
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