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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?…
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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…
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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…
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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…
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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…
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BCUC approves third BC Hydro reconsideration request
On March 20, 2024, the BCUC approved a request from BC Hydro to reconsider an earlier BCUC decision that the utility must file two related…
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BC 1 Call’s role in infrastructure damage prevention
The BC government recently proclaimed April as Safe Digging Month. While every month should ideally be a safe digging month, this proclamation is a timely…
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BC Hydro EV charging rates: BCUC protects ratepayers and the public interest
On March 13, 2024, the BCUC approved BC Hydro’s application for permanent public electric vehicle (EV) charging rates. From June 1, 2024, BC Hydro will…
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BC Hydro cost of capital proceeding delayed
On March 21, 2024, the BCUC approved a request from BC Hydro, allowing the utility to delay submission of its cost of capital application. For…
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BCUC abandons attempt to manage BC Hydro’s cost increases
On March 15, 2024, the BCUC approved a request from BC Hydro to rescind the commission’s 2021 direction that the utility to file a performance-based…