Develop provincial targets and performance measures for green energy and conservation. Example A Million Solar Roofs is an innovative U.S. program to install solar systems on one million rooftops across the United States by 2010. Sponsored by the Energy Efficiency and Renewable Energy Network of the U.S. Department of Energy, the program seeks to support the fledgling solar energy industry, create over 70,000 jobs, slow greenhouse gas emissions, and keep U.S. companies competitive in the world market. Provincial targets will help focus Ontario's support programs and the development of business initiatives. Develop economic instruments and support programs to achieve the targets There are few, if any, economic subsidies in Canada to help support a fledgling renewable energy industry.
Deregulation only guarantees access to the market.
This issue is too important to be left only to the voluntary good will of consumers to pay more for green energy. An environmental levy on conventional power, for example, could be earmarked to support the development of renewable energy. The Pembina Institute has released a paper calling for standards and a revolving fund for energy efficiency projects. A Smart Electricity Policy for Alberta can be found on their publications page in PDF format. If you have the space, or are building your own home, make a personal investment in renewable energy.