Some good news at the end of a tough week for Alberta. @CapitalPower's announcements today (adding to @TransAlta and @ATCOElectric's earlier plans) would mean that Alberta's grid will be coal-free by 2023! #nocoalinstocking #ableg #abenergy https://twitter.com/Pembina/status/1334685598255222786
(This assumes of course that the plans are implemented and that Heartland that bought ATCO's asset will continue with their plan. No reason right now to see why not.)
But let's not miss the big picture. This is a massive win for climate action in Alberta, while bringing about cost savings and health benefits.
It opens up the door to innovation and diversification, as is clear in @CapitalPower's plan: https://www.capitalpower.com/media/media_releases/capital-power-accelerating-plans-towards-a-low-carbon-future/
Capital Power accelerating plans towards a low carbon future - Capital Power

12th annual Investor Day event being held in a virtual format today, Capital Power will provide updates on the execution of its growth and sustainability strategy including the repowering of its...

https://www.capitalpower.com/media/media_releases/capital-power-accelerating-plans-towards-a-low-carbon-future/
And it sets an urgent timeline to make sure that impacted workers and communities are well supported
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