Schreiner: Ontarians need energy action now–not in ten years

February 12, 2026

GUELPH — Mike Schreiner issued the following statement in response to the announcement that OPG has signed an MOU to build new nuclear at the Wesleyville site:

“The Ford government is digging their heels into high-cost, slow-to-build nuclear plants while everyday people foot the bill.

At a time when Ontario’s unemployment rate is sky-high and electricity bills continue to climb, we need urgent action to create jobs and expand Ontario’s grid while keeping costs low. 

Experts have been clear: the cheapest, fastest way to expand the grid and lower energy bills is to invest in Ontario-made wind, solar and energy storage solutions. 

That’s why global investment in renewable energy is hitting record highs, led by nations in Asia and the EU who know that low-cost renewables will keep costs low and create good-paying, generational jobs. 

Meanwhile, Ontario is getting left behind. In the midst of a jobs crisis, we should be taking advantage of every opportunity to create good-paying, generational jobs right now, using Ontario steel to build locally produced low-cost renewable energy. 

Greens continue to call on this government to invest in clean, affordable renewable energy to lower costs for everyone, create jobs and keep our grid competitive.”

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