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ANALYSIS: Cancelling Starlink was easy. Trump-proofing Ontario's electricity will be hard

The article from TVO discusses the implications of Ontario's decision to cancel its contract with Starlink, a satellite internet service, and the broader challenges of ensuring a resilient electricity system in the face of potential political interference. It highlights how the cancellation was straightforward compared to the complex task of "Trump-proofing" Ontario's electricity grid, which involves safeguarding it against policies that could undermine its stability and efficiency. The piece points out that while the Starlink deal was terminated due to concerns over cost and reliability, the real difficulty lies in protecting the electricity sector from political decisions that might prioritize short-term gains over long-term sustainability and reliability. This includes dealing with potential policy shifts that could favor fossil fuels over renewable energy sources, potentially destabilizing the grid. The article underscores the need for robust, non-partisan energy policies to ensure that Ontario's electricity remains reliable, affordable, and environmentally sustainable, regardless of who is in power.

Read the Full tvo Article at:
https://www.tvo.org/article/analysis-cancelling-starlink-was-easy-trump-proofing-ontarios-electricity-will-be-hard