Ontario Explores Possibility of New, Large-Scale Nuclear Plants

Ontario Explores Possibility of New, Large-Scale Nuclear Plants
The Pickering Nuclear Generating Station, in Pickering, Ont., is seen Jan. 12, 2020. The Canadian Press/Frank Gunn
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Ontario is exploring the possibility of building new, large-scale nuclear plants in order to meet increasing demand for electricity and phase out natural gas generation.

A report late last year by the Independent Electricity System Operator found that the province could fully eliminate natural gas from the electricity system by 2050, starting with a moratorium in 2027, but it will require about $400 billion in capital spending and more generation including new, large-scale nuclear plants.