Insights
Electricity Insights
The continuing evolution of Ontario's electricity sector
October 2015
The supply/demand picture for the Ontario electricity sector is changing and new procurement mechanisms are being examined. Read more >>
Will Hydro One rates be affected with broadened ownership?
August 2015
One of the main criticisms of the Ontario Government's plans to sell up to 60% of Hydro One is that with a portion of the utility going public, its rates will inevitably increase. Will this really be the effect? Read more >>
Fatal flaws in procuring expertise through RFPs
February 2015
Many organizations faced with the need to source energy expertise resort to the old procurement warhorse, the Request for Proposals. But in three key ways, the RFP is a flawed tool for procuring expert advice to solve a complex problem. Read more >>
Will merging the OPA and IESO reduce electricity bills?
December 2014
The goal of the January 1, 2015 merger of the OPA and IESO is to achieve cost reductions in administering the electricity system. But the merger carries risks and will do little to reduce electricity costs for consumers. Read more >>
Fight rising electricity costs by generating your own power
June 2014
Considering where electricity rates are and the incentives available, consumers who are able to produce their own electricity may find it an effective way to reduce electricity costs. Read more >>
Ontario Electricity: A Proposal to Expand Global Adjustment Class A
May 2014
A proposal to change the eligibility threshold for Global Adjustment Class A was put on hold by the calling of a provincial election. Aegent believes the change will occur eventually and newly-eligible customers should begin preparations now. Read more >>
Should I be concerned about high electricity spot prices?
April 2014
Aegent encourages consumers to take a closer look at what a spike in HOEP really means by challenging three key assumptions. Read more >>
Latest LTEP Can't Stop Electricity Cost Freight Train
December 2013
The new Long Term Energy Plan for Ontario talks about projected cost increases being lower than in the 2010 plan. But future cost increases on electricity bills are the result of contract terms that have already been set, and so on those costs, "the train has left the station". Read more >>
What's Happening with the Total Commodity Price for Electricity?
September 2013
Comparing total commodity prices for electricity for the 12 months ended August 2013 to prices for the previous 12 months is instructive in discerning trends and the reasons for the price behaviour. Read more >>
IESO Stakeholder Engagement on Global Adjustment: An Update
June 2013
The IESO released a first draft report as part of its review of the Global Adjustment mechanism in which it assesses the impact of changes in GA cost allocation. The potential exists for the expansion of eligibility for Class A GA treatment. Read more >>