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Saskatchewan's NDP warns its energy plan could double electricity rates by 2050 due to coal and nuclear investments, urging a shift to renewables and natural gas.
The Saskatchewan NDP warns the provincial government’s energy plan could double electricity rates by 2050, citing a report that blames coal plant refurbishments and nuclear expansion for rising costs.
The study, commissioned by the NDP, projects rate increases of 6 to 7 cents per kilowatt-hour under various scenarios, criticizing the plan’s focus on coal and nuclear over affordability and reliability.
NDP critic Aleana Young argues the strategy undermines renewable goals and energy security, calling for a balanced approach with natural gas, renewables, and expanded transmission.
The government has not responded, but defends the plan as cost-saving and essential for energy security.
The NDP plans to release its own energy proposal later in March.
El NDP de Saskatchewan advierte que su plan energético podría duplicar las tarifas de electricidad para 2050 debido a las inversiones en carbón y energía nuclear, instando a un cambio hacia las energías renovables y el gas natural.