Press Release
August 23, 2006
Richmond businesses save more than $4,000 in electricity costs
RICHMOND – Five Richmond businesses will save more than $4,000 in yearly electricity costs thanks to BC Hydro's Product Incentive Program. The Power Smart program offers businesses financial incentives for installing energy-efficient products to replace existing inefficient technologies.
Park 'N Fly, Toyota Canada's Parts Distribution Center and three Richmond Coast Capital Savings branches implemented lighting retrofits this year to switch to energy-efficient lighting technology. Combined, the five businesses will save more than 85,000 kilowatt hours of electricity each year.
"Making your business more energy efficient doesn't have to involve huge, capital-intensive energy projects," said Power Smart Marketing manager Jim Nelson. "There are many small, easy upgrades that any company can do to save energy and money and benefit its bottom line."
In addition to lighting, the Product Incentive Program also provides incentives for products related to controls, sensors and heating, ventilation and air conditioning systems. For a complete list of products or to determine if your business is eligible, see our Product Incentive Program information or call 1 866 522-4713.
As demand grows in B.C., BC Hydro expects Power Smart will play a leading role in ensuring we continue to deliver reliable, low-cost power into the future.
Contact:
| BC Hydro Media Relations |
| Media Relations manager |
| Phone: 604 623-4022 |
