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The next time you buy a TV, a gaming computer or other sexy electronics, make sure what you're buying is energy efficient. Power Smart expert Tony Mauro is back to tell us how home electronics are driving up our electricity consumption. We also give you a heads-up on the Invent The Future youth contest, back again with four $2,500 grand prizes, and we provide you with yet another reason why it's time to join Team Power Smart. |
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Electronics add up
There are a whole lot of cool electronics out there, including many that add more to our home electricity bill than they should. A look at how to enjoy electronics without creating a big spike in consumption, including a glimpse at that rarest of animals – a gaming computer that's actually energy efficient. Learn more |
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The future is wow
Proving once again that the kids aren't just alright – they're full of ideas – the Invent The Future youth contest returns with a sense of humour (see image on the left) and $2,500 prizes on the line. If you know of someone between 13 and 24 with a green idea and a way with words or video, let them know the contest begins on September 8, 2009. Learn more |
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bchydro.com is number one
U.S.-based E.Source ranks us at the top among utilities sites in Canada. Have you checked us out lately? |
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Rock on! A new meter for Nola
The noise sounded like someone had driven into her house. Nola Poirier tells the story of how she got a new BC Hydro meter. |
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Connected is a BC Hydro residential customer eNewsletter, emailed monthly to customers who choose to receive the service. |
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Last Modified: Sep 29, 2010
