Site C to provide more than 100 years of affordable, clean power
Construction of third dam on Peace River gets approval from Province of B.C.
Premier Christy Clark has announced the Province has approved the Site C Clean Energy Project, concluding it will provide British Columbia with the most affordable, reliable clean power for over 100 years.
"Affordable, reliable, clean electricity is the backbone of British Columbia's economy. Site C will support our quality of life for decades to come and will enable continued investment and a growing economy," said Premier Clark.
B.C.'s population and economy are growing, and the demand for power is expected to increase by 40% over the next 20 years. Site C will be required even with BC Hydro's ambitious Power Smart programs that are targeted to meet 78% of future electricity growth.