Developers are being told to be good neighbours: Here are some best practices they should be following
ene.gov.on.caOntario’s Renewable Energy Approvals Regulation provides the basis for a positive relationship between renewable energy proponents and local communities. We encourage renewable energy proponents to take a step further by developing a strategy for enhancing a long lasting positive relationship with local residents.
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If they’re not being good neighbours contact the Renewable Energy Facilitation office (REFO) or the Ministry of the Environment.
REFO@ontario.ca or by phone at 1-877-440-7336 (416-212-6582 within the GTA.
MOE 1-800-565-4923 (416-325-8477 within the GTA)
Renewable Energy Consultation Form for Municipalities
ene.gov.on.caDescription: Form used to apply for a consultation for a renewable energy approval.
Supporting new scientific research regarding the health impacts of dirty and clean energy
orc-reth.uwaterloo.caOntario is funding an academic research program being led by Dr. Siva Sivoththaman, Ontario Research Chair in Renewable Energy Technologies and Health.
Dr. Sivoththaman, a faculty member at the University of Waterloo, was awarded the research chair position in 2010, following an independent and competitive application process, administered by theCouncil of Ontario Universities. He is an internationally known scientist in the field of renewable energy.
Dr. Sivoththaman and his team are:
- conducting research on potential health effects of renewable energy technology, beginning with studies that expand on current knowledge of potential health effects related to energy from wind
- building networks with other researchers and research bodies in Canada and internationally
- contributing to public understanding and policy development in the area of potential health effects of renewable energy technologies
Dr. Sivoththaman will have access to facilities in related academic departments within the University of Waterloo. He will also collaborate with researchers from the university’s faculty of applied health sciences.
