BC Hydro seeks baseload power boost from stable sources
- BC Hydro announced on June 4, 2025, in Vancouver that it seeks to expand stable baseload electricity capacity in British Columbia.
- This initiative follows a drought that forced BC Hydro to import 13,600 gigawatt hours of power, about 22% of the province's electricity in 2024.
- The utility issued two requests: one for geothermal or hydroelectric projects to boost baseload power and another for market-ready technologies for conservation in homes.
- Energy Minister Adrian Dix stated that the initiatives seek to align British Columbia’s growth with reliable and cost-effective electricity, while BC Hydro describes renewable sources like wind and solar as dependent on variable conditions beyond control.
- The requests suggest BC Hydro aims to reduce dependence on imports and support long-term demand despite recent drought challenges and rising rates.
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BC Hydro seeks baseload power boost from stable sources
British Columbia's power utility wants to boost the province's baseload electricity generation capacity in a bid to meet the province's growing demand from residents and industries.
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B.C. seeks energy project proposals to boost baseload capacity : My Comox Valley Now
BC Hydro is seeking expressions of interest for projects that would increase the province’s baseload energy capacity to meet growing demand. Energy Minister Adrian Dix said at an announcement in Vancouver on Wednesday the projects could include geothermal and hydroelectric developments. Dix said there’s no target yet for the amount of firm power the province is looking to add with the new projects. Firm power refers to electricity that is always…
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