Ontario Power Authority announces the 17 communities to participate in saveONenergy

The Ontario Power Authority (OPA) announced
the 17 communities that have been chosen to participate in this year’s saveONenergy Aboriginal Conservation Program, which helps reduce electricity used in residential housing, eligible businesses and band-owned/operated facilities, such as community centres. The program, now in its second year, provides customized conservation services to help First Nation communities, including remote and northern communities, reduce their electricity consumption, build a culture of conservation and improve home comfort. More than 30 applications were considered for year two. Those participating are Fort Severn First Nation, Kingfisher Lake First Nation and Webequie First Nation in the remote category; Iskatewizaagegan #39 (Shoal Lake #39), Mattagami First Nation, Wabigoon Lake Ojibway Nation, Chapleau Cree First Nation, Eagle Lake First Nation, Wahgoshig First Nation and Ojibways of Onigaming First Nation in the Near North; Moravian of the Thames, Chippewas of Kettle and Stony Point First Nation, Wasauksing First Nation, Henvey Inlet First Nation, Oneida Nation of the Thames, Serpent River First Nation and Whitefish River First Nation in the South. Members in participating communities will work with a certified energy auditor, who will recommend energy-saving measures based on an assessment of their homes. Based on the assessment, eligible businesses and facilities can receive between $300 and $1,500 worth of energy-efficient lighting and water heating upgrades free of charge, installed by an approved licensed electrical contractor.