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ArticleDeadline Of November 1, 2023, For Implementation Of ‘Green Button' In OntarioBy November 1, 2023, Ontario's electricity and gas distributors are required to implement the "Green Button" data standard. CanadaEnergy and Natural ResourcesAird & Berlis LLP
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ArticleFrom Extreme Weather To Cyber Attacks – Ensuring The Resiliency Of North America's Electricity GridMs. Honorable discussed the standards to address grid reliability and resiliency, which have been developed at the direction of FERC.CanadaEnergy and Natural ResourcesAird & Berlis LLP
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ArticleManitoba Hydro Appeals PUB Approval Of Special Rates For On-Reserve First Nations CustomersAs described below, Manitoba Hydro is appealing this determination to the Manitoba Court of Appeal.CanadaEnergy and Natural ResourcesAird & Berlis LLP
ArticleMinister Chiarelli Deflects Chamber Of Commerce Electricity Market RecommendationsA recent report from the Ontario Chamber of Commerce raises concerns about the impacts of rising electricity costs on Ontario businesses. CanadaEnergy and Natural ResourcesAird & Berlis LLP