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FortisBC takes next steps in quest for power, next projects to focus on wind

On Thursday, FortisBC announced the next step inviting organizations selected last year to participate in new wind power projects in the Southern Interior.
This follow-up step was prompted by last year’s successful call for power and a 2024 Request for Expressions of Interest that gathered over 80 submissions representing about 20,000 GWh.
FortisBC emphasizes projects must include at least 25% Indigenous equity ownership and focus on wind energy to meet peak winter demand amid new provincial legislation speeding renewable project approvals.
Vice President Joe Mazza described this call for power as a key move toward providing energy that is dependable, accessible, and affordable, while Minister Adrian Dix highlighted it as positive progress for advancing clean energy and boosting economic growth.
These measures aim to expand electricity generation, create local jobs, strengthen communities, support Indigenous participation, and address growing customer energy needs effectively.

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FortisBC to issue call for power to help meet energy demand in the Southern Interior

New electricity generation projects will help meet customers' growing energy needs and support economic development KELOWNA, BC, /CNW/ - FortisBC Inc. (FortisBC) is planning to launch a call for power later this year as the next step to its Request for Expressions of Interest (RFEOI) issued in 2024, to support economic growth and help meet customers' growing electricity needs in communities across the Southern Interior region. The call for power…

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