Thunder Bay is open for business; the biomass plant will meet the current and future energy needs.
It is an Ontario asset (already built).
When mining industry projects come to fruition, they will need a stable local energy supply; Thunder Bay GS will be able to support future energy demands.
Advanced biomass pellets can be made by local business in the north. The north is blessed with natural resources and vast amounts of renewable biomass; this will grow the forestry sector.
Ontario can meet and be a strong supplier for the biomass market segment in North America; we are the most advanced in biomass technology in North America.
First Nations and Metis are strong players in the forestry sector; there is an opportunity for job creation in harvesting and transplant, and potentially production (processing). The best way to help communities is through job creation.
Thunder Bay GS can produce heat (at minimum load, there is excess steam and heat to be utilized); the heat produced can be used to help make wood pellets, grow vegetables in greenhouses, and heat buildings