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Abstract: . . . approximately five per cent of their electricity from the renewable powers of the wind. Page 20 13 qÜÉ=oçäÉ=çÑ=oÉåÉï~ÄäÉ=båÉêÖó=áå=íÜÉ=mêçîáåÅÉÛë=båÉêÖó=mçäáÅó Prince Edward Island has defined an energy policy which strives to provide its citizens with dependable and affordable energy which does not compromise environmental quality. This energy policy is based on the six energy goals of: • Ensuring Security of Supply • Improving Price Equity for Citizens and Businesses • Encouraging Diversity of Supply • Achieving Minimal Environmental Impact • Promoting Efficient Energy Use • Supporting Economic Development Pursuing a path of renewable energy development in the province meets several of these goals. Obviously, renewable energy sources that are developed locally provide a measure of security, but also may provide a price hedge against unforseen international events that influence costs of imported hydrocarbons. Historical evidence reveals that the availability and price of petroleum products is closely . . . . . . Climate Change Strategy, a comprehensive Prince Edward Island Energy Strategy is expected to be released by the spring of 2005. ^íä~åíáÅ=båÉêÖó=jáåáëíÉêëÛ=cçêìã Since its inaugural meeting in Charlottetown in May 2002, the Atlantic Energy Ministers’ Forum has made great strides to increase regional collaboration on a variety of energy issues. Prince Edward Island expects this forum will continue to serve a vital role in promoting regional cooperation in this sector, including the development of renewable energy. . . . . . . Change Strategy, a comprehensive Prince Edward Island Energy Strategy is expected to be released by the spring of 2005. ^íä~åíáÅ=båÉêÖó=jáåáëíÉêëÛ=cçêìã Since its inaugural meeting in Charlottetown in May 2002, the Atlantic Energy Ministers’ Forum has made great strides to increase regional collaboration on a variety of energy issues. Prince Edward Island expects this forum will continue to serve a vital role in promoting regional cooperation in this sector, including the development of renewable energy. . . . --3000,3,500,2271,77916
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