US EditionSaskatchewan Says Ottawa Can’t Stop It From Extending Life of Coal-Fired Power Plants
- The Saskatchewan government will extend the life of its coal-fired power plants, as announced by Crown Investments Corporation Minister Jeremy Harrison on June 18, 2025.
- Harrison stated that the decision is part of a transition toward nuclear power while maintaining a commitment to a net-zero grid by 2050.
- Professor Brett Dolter from the University of Regina criticized the decision, stating it could lead to legal battles with the federal government.
- Harrison emphasized that Saskatchewan will continue to rely on its abundant coal resources while exploring options for nuclear power generation.
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BREAKING: Saskatchewan to rebuild its coal fleet, despite federal regulations calling for its demise
The decision is one of the largest policy decisions the Saskatchewan government has made over the last decade. It will have one of the largest financial impacts on this province for years to come, no so much in how much it will cost, but in how much it will save.
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