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The IESO Media Desk is designed to meet the specific needs and timelines of reporters. Here you will find the most recent information about Ontario's power system and the wholesale electricity market.

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IN THE NEWS

IESO 18-Month Outlook Points to Reliability, Rapid Growth in Renewables and New Approaches to System Operations
May 24, 2013 -
Over the next 18 months, solar energy and demand response will have a growing and noticeable impact on the Ontario power grid, working to reduce summer peaks and help meet the province's overall energy needs, said the Independent Electricity System Operator (IESO) in its latest 18-month outlook.  By the end of 2014, almost 1,900 megawatts (MW) of solar generation and an estimated 900 MW of demand response from large consumers will be available to support reliability, particularly through the summer months.

IESO Releases Earth Hour Conservation Results
March 23, 2013 -
The Independent Electricity System Operator (IESO) tonight reported lower demand for electricity in Ontario of 2.7 per cent or 448 megawatts (MW) as a result of Earth Hour. This drop is more than the average peak energy needs of a city the size of Burlington.

Bruce Campbell appointed as new IESO President and CEO
March 7, 2013 -
The IESO Board of Directors has appointed Bruce Campbell as the new President and CEO of the IESO effective May 1, 2013. Bruce will replace Paul Murphy, who earlier this year announced his intention to retire at the end of April.

IESO's 18-Month Outlook Points to Continued Reliability as the Supply Mix Evolves
February 28, 2013 -
The next 18 months will see a significant amount of renewable energy integrated into Ontario's bulk power system, the Independent Electricity System Operator (IESO) says in its latest 18-Month Outlook.

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BRIEFING ROOM

PRICES
Historical prices, comparisons with other jurisdictions, other electricity-related charges.


DEMAND
Demand trends, profiles and seasonal peaks.


SUPPLY
Ontario's generation capability, imports and exports, fuel sources.


FEED-IN TARIFF (FIT)
To enable new renewable energy on the power grid.

SPEECHES & PRESENTATIONS
Paul Murphy, President and CEO addresses attendees of the Smart Grid in Ontario conference.


PUBLIC APPEALS
When and why the IESO issues public appeals to reduce electricity use.


SMART GRID FORUM
A Vision for Ontario’s Smart Grid.

MARKET REPORT
IRC Report on the state of North American electricity markets. (.PDF)


TOP 20 DEMAND PEAKS
All-time provincial demand records.


GLOBAL ADJUSTMENT
Businesses and industries that pay the wholesale price for electricity are eligible for adjustments to their bills.

Managing Your Electricity Costs
Smart Grid Forum Report
2012 IESO Annual Report
Reconnecting Supply and Demand
Understanding how and when your facility uses electricity will have an impact on your business’s bottom line.
Market at a Glance

12:00 PM EDT –  Jun. 19, 2013

ONTARIO DEMAND

Ontario Demand:

16,247 MW

Operating Reserve Requirement:

1,418 MW

Today's Projected Peak:

(at 6:00 p.m. EDT)

17,056 MW

SUPPLY

Hourly Output by Fuel Type:

Nuclear:

9,923 MW

Hydro:

4,671 MW

Coal:

318 MW

Gas:

2,331 MW

Wind:

43 MW

Other:

222 MW

Hourly Imports:

497 MW

Hourly Exports:

2,020 MW

Today's Generator Availability at Peak:

22,725 MW

Maximum Ontario Import Capacity:

4,800 MW
(approx.)

WHOLESALE PRICES

Hourly Price:

2.29˘/kWh

Average Weighted Price for June:

2.14˘/kWh

6.41¢/kWh

2.82˘/kWh

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