Major power transmission lines proposed for the Calgary-Edmonton corridor are getting another look from the Alberta government before its regulator holds hearings on the issue.
The Redford Tories announced in early December they have appointed an independent panel to review plans for the high-voltage links that have drawn significant opposition in central Alberta.
Opposition to the lines has come not only from landowners, but consumers as well.
"Our role is to ensure that all factors have been carefully considered, including cost to consumers and impact on industry," said the panel's chair, Brian Heidecker.
The review panel is to make recommendations to the government by February 10, 2012, prior to an expected spring election.
from Western Investor January 2012
