News Release

Green Energy Company Opens in Sudbury

July 28, 2009

McGuinty Government Supports Young Entrepreneur

NEWS

Sudbury-area residents can now install solar, wind and micro-hydro power systems at their home, cottage or business through a new local service provider.

The Northern Ontario Heritage Fund Corporation (NOHFC) is supporting the launch of Green Power Solutions, an alternative energy sales and service company that will target residential, recreational and commercial markets.

The new company will help local communities reduce their impact on the environment and their energy use.

QUOTES

“I am pleased that the NOHFC is playing such a pivotal role in the future of Northern Ontario by supporting our young entrepreneurs. These investments provide experience to the young people who will drive the area’s economy in the future.”
- Rick Bartolucci, MPP for Sudbury.  

“Our government understands that sustainable energy provides many environmental benefits as well as business growth opportunities in Northern Ontario. This company will help pioneer sustainable electrical power systems in the North.”
- Michael Gravelle, Minister of Northern Development, Mines and Forestry, and Chair of the NOHFC.

“With funding help from the NOHFC, I can build my business to ensure I can provide the best prices for systems and services for my customers.”
- Trevor Tario, Owner, Green Power Solutions.

QUICK FACTS

• This project received $25,000 through the NOHFC’s Young Entrepreneur Program to purchase equipment and machinery
• Green Power Solutions is located in Whitefish.
• Ontario’s Green Energy Act has established Ontario as a leader in North America in building renewable energy, encouraging energy conservation and creating jobs.
  

LEARN MORE

• About Green Power Solutions Inc.’s services.
• About Ontario’s new Green Energy Act.
  

Anne-Marie Flanagan, Minister’s Office, 416-327-0655
Michel Lavoie, MNDMF, 705-564-7125   

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