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What is the future for the BC government’s climate change targets?
The BC government is not making much progress in reducing greenhouse gas (GHG) emissions. Will it be tempted to soften or even repeal its targets? This has happened before. The…
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The future of rooftop solar and net metering in BC
A reader asked recently about the future of rooftop solar and net metering in BC, and how these could help meet future electricity demand. My response was that we should…
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Who’s paying for BC Hydro’s “free” air conditioner giveaway?
You may have seen BC Hydro ads on social media recently offering free portable air conditioning units. If you meet the definition of a low-income household (earning less than $60,800…
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New study highlights policy dilemmas in BC’s energy transition
A January 2024 study raises interesting and timely questions about BC’s energy transition. The study was recently presented by Dr. Nastaran Arianpoo, PhD, lead researcher on the BC Nexus Modelling…
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What is the future for BC Hydro’s residential rates?
Since 2008, BC Hydro’s residential customers have paid a two-tiered inclining block rate for their electricity consumption: a Step 1 rate until they reach a threshold (1,350 kWh per bi-monthly…