The plan, built using expert independent modelling, adds reliable natural gas, expands lower-cost renewables right away, builds a strong grid for growing communities like Yorkton, and will look to nuclear when it makes the most sense. The plan would generate more than $33 billion in economic activity by accelerating investment in generation, transmission, and infrastructure.
“This is about keeping costs down for families, driving investment, strengthening our grid and driving a generational economic shift,” Beck said. “The people of Yorkton will benefit greatly from this plan, now and into the future.
The modelling, conducted by Energy Super Modelers and International Analysts, shows Scott Moe’s current approach is the most expensive option and could add up to $35 billion in debt while driving up power rates. At the same time, the Sask. Party wants to spend $2.6 billion to keep the aging coal plants alive — nearly triple the cost named by Moe’s Minister Jeremy Harrison a year ago.
“People are paying an arm and a leg for power, with nothing to show for it,” said Sally Housser, Shadow Minister for Energy and Resources. “This government is spending billions just to stand still.”
“Where the Scott Moe plan wants to cling to unreliable American imports, we want to keep jobs in Saskatchewan, for Saskatchewan workers,” Housser added.
Jobs, Economy, SaskPower Shadow Minister Aleana Young encouraged people in Yorkton and right across Saskatchewan to check out the plan and provide feedback at GridandGrowth.ca.
“We have the plan, and we have the team that is ready to lean in and do the work to make Saskatchewan more affordable for communities everywhere,” said Young.
“Saskatchewan knows it’s time for change, and that’s exactly what this plan delivers.”
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