The Action Plan includes all the projects and programs aimed at conserving demand and creating a reliable, sustainable and affordable power supply. The Action Plan is divided into three planning timeframes, and each timeframe has a specific objective. It is also important to note that the timeframes move every year, making the medium- and long-term plans more fluid than the short-term plan.
Short-term plan (2010-2015)
The short-term plan addresses Saskatchewan's immediate energy needs. It is designed to maintain the currently electricity supply and sets the stage for an increase in the power supply as outlined in the medium-term plan.
Highlights
- Encouraging small-scale power production using renewable energy sources (e.g. wind, biomass)
- Creating connections with neighbouring power utilities
- Reducing energy demand through conservation and efficiency programs
- Pursuing new generation technology
- Installing natural gas turbines
- Investing in Carbon Capture technology to reduce emissions
- Investing in smart grid technology to improve reliability, security and efficiency of the provincial electrical grid
Medium-term plan (2016-2023)
The medium-term plan is focused on increasing the power supply through new generation facilities, partnerships with neighbouring utilities and refurbishing existing generation plants.
Highlights
- Investigating electricity storage
- Strengthening connections with neighbouring power utilities
- Reducing energy demand through conservation and efficiency programs
- Partnering with First Nations and independent power producers
- Evaluating renewable fuel power generation opportunities
- Implementing smart grid technology, such as smart meters, through the Advanced Metering project
Long-term plan (2024-2033)
The long-term plan is to generate reliable, sustainable and affordable electricity while meeting or exceeding clean air legislation and regulations.
Highlights
- Reducing energy demand through conservation and efficiency programs
- Evaluating renewable fuel power generation and emissions-reduction technology
