伍德布法罗研究一家本地电力公司,旨在降低高额电费,该电力公司在麦克默里堡住宅电价超过1100美元。
Wood Buffalo studies a local power utility to cut high electricity costs, with residential rates over $1,100 annually in Fort McMurray.
伍德布法罗地区市正在研究建立市政电力公司的可行性, 以解决高昂的电力成本, 麦克默雷堡的住宅配电费每年超过1100美元, 远远高于卡尔加里330美元.
The Regional Municipality of Wood Buffalo is studying the feasibility of creating a municipally owned power utility to address high electricity costs, with residential distribution charges in Fort McMurray exceeding $1,100 annually—far above Calgary’s $330.
Don Scott议员指出,企业存在差异,对省平价持怀疑态度,并指出其他类似城市正在追求地方公用事业。
Councillor Don Scott cited disparities for businesses and skepticism about provincial rate equalization, noting other similar municipalities are pursuing local utilities.
这项研究预计将在六个月内完成,将评估成本、效益、治理和监管影响,重点是分销管理,而不是新的基础设施。
The study, expected in six months, will assess costs, benefits, governance, and regulatory impacts, focusing on distribution administration rather than new infrastructure.
商界领袖支持这一举动,并列举了降低利率和经济增长的潜力。
Business leaders support the move, citing potential for lower rates and economic growth.