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November 2009

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This month we introduce BC Hydro's latest fun and informative Facebook application, Power the Games. And because winter's on the way, we remind you to be prepared for outages. We also look at Windows 7's power management claims, what's out there in fireplace inserts and what some new Team Power Smart members from northern B.C. plan to do to cut their heating bills. Power the Games hits Facebook BC Hydro has kick-started a Facebook application called Power the Games. It invites British Columbians to save like a champion by selecting a sport and checking back each day to take a daily conservation challenge. Learn more Power Outages 100: what you need to know BC Hydro does what it can to minimize power outages when the rain falls and the winds howl. But outages happen, so we offer helpful updates online and by your mobile phone, along with tips on how to prepare an emergency kit and how to stay safe. Learn more Will Windows 7 be a big power saver? ENERGY STAR-approved computer systems can consume up to 50% less power than other computers. And according to Microsoft Canada's Eliot Katz, managing power consumption was a priority in the creation of Windows 7. Learn more Recently on Unplug this Blog! B.C. kids growing up Power Smart BC Hydro is in our schools bringing kids up to speed on energy efficiency. And with any luck, they're getting to their parents. What about my fireplace? In her drive to be energy-efficient, Nola Poirier set out to find a fireplace insert that would keep her warm and soothe her conscience. This Month on BCHydro.com 325,598 'toxic' cigarette butts scooped up Once again, cigarette butts – which leech toxins into our water – topped the litter list in the TD Great Canadian Shoreline Cleanup. In B.C.'s north, Team Power Smart hits home After a brutal winter of temperatures in the -40°C range, new Team Power Smart members serve up some heating tips. 'No-Impact Man' returns, feels the guilt A Manhattan family's year-long attempt to simplify lifestyle to a net zero eco impact is over. Will they order takeout? Olympic skier Renner's green dream Her hot water is solar heated and she buys carbon offsets for her air travel. A look at the green lifestyle of Sara Renner and stay-at-home daddy Thomas Grandi. Feedback Thanks for your feedback on our new design. We've made some changes to improve readability. Please continue to send us your thoughts. > Let us know November 2009 In This Issue: BC Hydro invites you to Power the Games on Facebook How to get power outages reports, and how to prepare. Will Windows 7 significantly cut the power your PC uses? B.C.'s kids are growing up Power Smart, and passing it along. Blogger Nola Poirier sets out to find the best fireplace insert A little light adds up If every household in B.C. turned off a 100-watt incandescent light for four hours each day, the energy saved could power Whistler for 12 years. We have a winner The Team Power Smart Photo Contest is over, and the 12 best photos will go into a calendar. You'll soon be able to pre-order the calendar for $9.99. And don't forget to join Team Power Smart to take part in future member-exclusive contests. Rebates & Savings Visit your local Save-On-Foods before November 30 for instant discounts including savings of up to $6 on select ENERGY STAR light bulbs from Phillips. Ditto for London Drugs, which offers a goose neck desk lamp (original price $19.99) for $8.99 as one of its select ENERGY STAR lighting discounts. See more Rebates & Savings Subscribe Subscribe to this newsletter.

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