BC Hydro encourages customers to push electricity savings forward as the clocks fall back
BC HYDRO

As daylight saving time comes to an end and the days get colder and darker, BC Hydro is reminding British Columbians about energy-efficient choices that will help save power and money. On average, heating can account for up to 50 per cent of a household’s energy use during the cold, fall and winter months. That’s why BC Hydro is encouraging customers to make no- or low-cost changes that could lead to big savings as the weather cools down.

If it's down, it's a danger, dial 911: BC Hydro reminds the public how to stay safe this storm season
BC HYDRO

BC Hydro is emphasizing the importance of electrical safety this storm season as electrical contact incidents resulting in serious injury are on the rise. Damage to BC Hydro’s electrical infrastructure is more common during the fall and winter months as strong wind, heavy rain and snow can cause trees and branches to knock down power lines and damage other electrical equipment.

Local businesses capture emissions and save energy through FortisBC pilot program
FORTISBC

As part of FortisBC’s commitment to providing innovative energy solutions to its customers, the company today announced a new pilot program for businesses. The program uses first in the world carbon capture technology to decrease greenhouse gas (GHG) emissions and save energy.

City of Vancouver, FortisBC working together to tackle climate change
FORTISBC

FortisBC and the City of Vancouver announced today that they have signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MOU) to team up on climate action projects to reduce greenhouse gas (GHG) emissions and increase investment in energy efficiency and renewable energy, while maintaining access to natural gas for residents and businesses. The MOU supports the City of Vancouver in pursuing its commitment to improving air quality and reducing GHG emissions in the region by 80 per cent below 2007 levels before 2050, which aligns with B.C. and Canada’s energy and climate goals.

B.C. to reassert leadership on global stage at UN climate conference
BC GOV NEWS

Minister of Environment and Climate Change Strategy George Heyman will be working with global leaders on ways to cut carbon pollution while growing a sustainable economy at the United Nations Climate Change Conference COP23 in Bonn, Germany.

Liberals propose billions for affordable housing, including individual benefits
CTV NEWS

A Liberal government fond of promising help for those working hard to join the middle class unveiled billions in housing help Wednesday that could make a difference to hundreds of thousands of households -- but only in a few years when federal money finally flows to new units and tenant benefits.

Yukon's geothermal energy potential called large
CBC NEWS

The Yukon is sitting on a goldmine of sustainable energy, a new geological study says. A Geological Survey of Canada report stated that there is enough heat trapped in rocks deep below the surface to generate enough electricity to light up a whole country. 

Alberta takes on Burnaby over Trans Mountain pipeline permit delays
VANCOUVER SUN

The latest front in the pipeline battle between Alberta and British Columbia is Burnaby. Alberta’s NDP government notified the National Energy Board on Thursday that it will intervene as Kinder Morgan Canada Ltd. seeks a determination from the board to allow work to begin on the Burnaby portion of the Trans Mountain pipeline expansion, even though the municipality has not issued permits.

Deepwater Horizon hero Mike Williams has a message for Calgary oil executives
VANCOUVER SUN

Within two weeks of surviving the Deepwater Horizon disaster, barely functioning physically or emotionally, Mike Williams was picked up on his release from the hospital and driven to a hotel where 28 lawyers were waiting to grill him. Barefoot, still in a hospital gown because his own clothes were so badly damaged, Williams was seated in the middle of a large room.

LEAPing ahead in sustainability
HPAC

Sustainability has transformed from a “nice-to-have” aspect for businesses to a core component of operations for many organizations, both large and small. The sustainable use of resources has become a corporate and individual responsibility for many businesses, including property management firm Morguard.

John Horgan speaks to development community today on housing affordability
CBC NEWS

For the first time since taking power, B.C. Premier John Horgan is meeting with the largest group representing B.C.'s development community. Horgan will be speaking to the Urban Development Institute at 12:30 p.m., along with Housing and Municipal Affairs Minister Selina Robinson, to give real estate developers "an update on their first 100 days in government and future plans to address housing affordability and transit priorities."

BOMA Strategic Energy Management Assistance

Through the BOMA Energy Management Program (EMP), partially funded by BC Hydro, BOMA is pleased to provide direct assistance to members with strategic energy management planning. BOMA BC members will have access to a qualified energy management professional who will work one-on-one with your organization to develop a strategic energy management plan. These plans are essential for organizations who are addressing the sustainability of their building portfolio and want a structured and effective way to reduce operating costs, improve building performance and reduce the environmental impact of the building.

BOMA e-Energy Training

• “The course is an excellent source for helping to summarize project costs and benefits as part of a capital budget, as well as ‘selling’ the benefits of energy savings projects."
• "The course went into much more detail than I expected, which I was happy with as I was looking for a better understanding of the technical basics.”
• “The spreadsheets and links are very beneficial for future use.”