Helping Ontarians Go Green And Get Green At Home

 

TORONTO, Jun 20, 2007 -- Canada NewsWire

A $150 million investment will help Ontario homeowners fight climate change, conserve energy and adopt green technologies, Premier McGuinty announced today.

"Ontarians know that fighting climate change presents a huge opportunity to save money and energy, right at home," said Premier Dalton McGuinty.

"Since 2003, we've been taking steps to fight climate change by making historic investments in renewable energy sources like solar and wind. The next step in our plan will help people fight climate change at home by giving them the tools they need to save energy, save money and reduce their greenhouse gas emissions."

Premier McGuinty unveiled a new bundle of programs to help Ontarians upgrade their homes, save money and help Ontario meets its greenhouse gas emissions targets. These programs will be funded through money set aside in the 2007 Budget.

"These programs build on our government's efforts to make Ontario the centre of the green economy in North America," said Energy Minister Dwight Duncan. "Today's announcement builds on the over $15 billion that is being invested in Ontario's energy sector, creating thousands of jobs in every corner of our province."

"By working together, we can reduce greenhouse gases and build a cleaner, greener Ontario for today, and for future generations," said Environment Minister Laurel Broten. "Today's announcement is moving Ontario forward and will help all Ontarians do their part to make our province cleaner and greener while keeping the economy strong."

"Climate change is a reality for each and every one of us. That means Energy conservation must be a priority," said Finance Minister Greg Sorbara. "Our initiative is a win-win situation for both consumers and the environment. This tax break will make it easier for consumers to make the right choice when making their purchases."

Ontario's Home Energy Retrofit Program and solar power initiatives are part of the McGuinty government's climate change plan that is delivering results for Ontarians. In the past week alone, the McGuinty government has:

"Climate change is the defining issue of our generation - we've come a long way, but we have more to do, together," said McGuinty. "By helping Ontarians fight climate change at home, we're moving forward, together, towards a future that is greener and more innovative with a better quality of life and a stronger economy for all Ontarians."

SOURCE: Office of the Premier of Ontario

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