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P.E.I. sets new target for renewable energy
Prince Edward Island has set an ambitious new target for renewable energy use, saying it is committed to producing 30 per cent of its total energy needs from renewable sources by 2016.
Premier Pat Binns said Thursday that renewable energy is a key to strengthening the Island economy.
September 22, 2006
in CBC News
Prince Edward Island has set an ambitious new target for renewable energy use, saying it is committed to producing 30 per cent of its total energy needs from renewable sources by 2016.
Premier Pat Binns said Thursday that renewable energy is a key to strengthening the Island economy.
"Each year, some $440 million leaves Prince Edward Island, as fossil fuels are imported to heat, and power our homes and fuel our vehicles," said Binns in a news release.
"This target is about keeping more of those dollars in P.E.I. to strengthen our economy. And it is about creating new... [continue via Web link]
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