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Is CleanBC doomed?
After a bureaucratic reshuffling, reports of the death of CleanBC are possibly not exaggerated. Introduction The Tyee recently reported that the BC government has “quietly…
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The BC government plans to ration electricity – there might be a better alternative
Rationing electricity for new data centres and artificial intelligence businesses is bad for our economy. The government should be bolder, and expand the opportunities for…
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BC budget signals further interference with BC Hydro rates
The recent budget suggests the BCUC will be sidestepped again. It’s been years since BC Hydro’s rates were set independently; the new Auditor General should…
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BC’s climate achievements may be over-stated
From misleading government press releases to statistical revisions, it’s hard to be sure BC has made any progress at all reducing GHG emissions. And things…
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The BC government’s electrification strategy is failing
The government has been promoting electrification without knowing where the electricity will come from. The dire consequences for BC’s economy are becoming clearer. CleanBC The…
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BC government announces possible electricity deal with Ksi Lisims LNG facility
But if the deal doesn’t go ahead, will the North Coast Transmission Line be a white elephant paid for by BC Hydro ratepayers? Introduction The…
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Did BC Hydro really achieve its clean electricity goal last year?
BC Hydro’s claim to have met its 100 percent clean electricity goal is not supported by the evidence. It should be more transparent if it…
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Regulator questions BC Hydro on $7 billion Site C Dam cost overruns
The questions are a good start. But the BCUC should go further, and initiate a formal inquiry. Introduction BC Hydro’s Site C dam was completed…
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We need to talk about electricity self-sufficiency
We should understand the real cost of maintaining our energy independence. Are we willing to pay for it? Introduction Since 2016, BC’s Clean Energy Act…
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BC Hydro spent nearly $2 billion on imported electricity in two years
The trend is improving, but we’re still feeling the effects of the drought Annual reports According to BC Hydro’s annual report to the BC Utilities…

