ITC Lake Erie Connector Project: Infographic
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ITC Lake Erie Connector
On January 19, 2017, the NEB approved the Lake Erie Connector Project, an international power line between Ontario and Pennsylvania. Below are some key numbers about the project.
Overview
117 km of transmission line partly passing under Lake Erie
33 Indigenous groups contacted by the NEB before the hearing
15 months of regulatory assessment conducted
42 conditions attached to approval
1st direct connection between IESO market in Ontario & PJM market that serves 13 states
331 direct, indirect and induced jobs generated by impact of construction
84 electric transmission lines currently regulated by the NEB
Who makes the final decision?
The Cabinet of the Federal Government of Canada makes the final decision on the issuance of the certificate of public convenience by the NEB.
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