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Quebec Industry Fears Electric Rate Hikes Amid U.S. Turbulence
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Quebec's plan to increase electricity rates for businesses faces opposition from industrial consumers; ACEQ warns of potential 60% rate hikes over the next decade; Concerns raised at a press conference on January 27, 2025; Trump administration's tariff threats exacerbate economic instability; Jean Simard of the Aluminum Association of Canada emphasizes risks to competitiveness; Christine Fréchette acknowledges potential tariff impacts; Bill 69 aims to revise energy framework and double electricity production; Hydro-Québec may adjust rates starting in 2026; Industrial groups urge Premier François Legault to reconsider the strategy.
#Quebec #Electricity #Industry #Tariffs #Economy #Trump #Aceq #Bill69 #Hydroquébec #Manufacturers
https://evrimagaci.org/tpg/quebec-industry-fears-electric-rate-hikes-amid-us-turbulence-164032
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Quebec's plan to increase electricity rates for businesses faces opposition from industrial consumers; ACEQ warns of potential 60% rate hikes over the next decade; Concerns raised at a press conference on January 27, 2025; Trump administration's tariff threats exacerbate economic instability; Jean Simard of the Aluminum Association of Canada emphasizes risks to competitiveness; Christine Fréchette acknowledges potential tariff impacts; Bill 69 aims to revise energy framework and double electricity production; Hydro-Québec may adjust rates starting in 2026; Industrial groups urge Premier François Legault to reconsider the strategy.
#Quebec #Electricity #Industry #Tariffs #Economy #Trump #Aceq #Bill69 #Hydroquébec #Manufacturers
https://evrimagaci.org/tpg/quebec-industry-fears-electric-rate-hikes-amid-us-turbulence-164032