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Deal reached to save power plant crucial to Williams Lake economy

Atlantic Power's biomass energy plant in Williams Lake will continue to operate until 2029, which was confirmed by Mayor Surinderpal Rathor on March 7.
The plant is the largest taxpayer in Williams Lake, contributing an estimated $1.7 million in taxes and utilities for 2024, according to city officials.
BC Hydro and the provincial government have agreed to keep the facility operational, seeing it as vital for promoting renewable energy and supporting local economies, according to Minister Adrian Dix.
High fibre costs had previously caused the company to operate at a loss, but the agreement allows the plant to remain viable and protect jobs.

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