22 DEC 2024 | BUSINESS ELITE CANADA Greg Alexis, Senior Manager of Public Affairs for the Site C project, emphasizes how critical this hydroelectric facility is to BC Hydro’s vision. “Once we’re finished, this project will generate enough electricity to power close to half a million homes,” he says, underscoring the sheer scale of the project’s contribution to meeting growing energy demands in BC. Moreover, Site C will play a pivotal role in the province’s broader energy diversification efforts. As part of a larger clean energy initiative, BC Hydro has also initiated a Call for Power, seeking an additional 3,000 gigawatt-hours of clean and renewable electricity from sources like wind and solar. This ongoing commitment is expected to boost BC Hydro’s capacity by 5 per cent, further reinforcing its focus on sustainable energy solutions. BENEFITS TO BRITISH COLUMBIA The Site C project will deliver numerous benefits to BC’s citizens beyond just electricity generation. One of the immediate advantages is the increased availability of clean, low-cost power for residents and businesses across the province. Site C’s 5,100 gigawatt-hours of energy will also contribute to reducing greenhouse gas emissions by offsetting the use of non-renewable energy sources. Dam Site November 2024 (Photo credit- BC Hydro Site C Clean Energy Project)
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