North America’s First Feed-In Tariff Launched
On September 24, 2009, the Government of Ontario officially launched Canada’s first feed-in tariff. A new renewable energy program established under the landmark Green Energy Act.  The feed-in tariff is a cornerstone of the province’s plan to make Ontario a North American leader in the development of green energy and jobs.

Feed-in tariffs are a "pay for what you get" approach to supporting renewable energy installations. Rather than receiving a lump sum repayment for your investment (which is problematic at best, since there is no incentive to continue feeding the grid once you have been paid), you will receive payment over a 20 year period for the power you generate or "sell" to the grid. The payment terms are dependant on the method of generation (wind, solar, biogass, etc...), and the "contracts" are governed by the Ontario Power Authority (or "OPA"), and administered by your local utility company (or "LDC").

Downloads from the OPA website:

•  microFIT Rules
• microFIT Contract
• Conditional Offer of microFIT Contract

For more information, please visit the OPA website at:

http://www.powerauthority.on.ca/FIT/