B.C. businesses recognized for energy efficiency
VANCOUVER – BC Hydro has announced the winners of the 2009 Power Smart Excellence Awards, recognizing 12 B.C.-based organizations for their achievements in energy conservation.
“Leadership creates change and I commend the winners of this year’s Excellence Awards for elevating conservation to the next level within their organizations and for setting a strong example for others to follow,” said Premier Gordon Campbell. “Our BC Energy Plan requires that 50% of all new demand for electricity be met through conservation and we will need everyone’s help to meet that objective.”
Winners of the seventh annual awards were chosen from 34 finalists from the commercial, education, government, manufacturing, non-profit and retail sectors. Some of this year’s recipients include London Drugs, TELUS, BC Housing and BC Non-Profit Housing Association, and the .
“Conservation is the first and best choice for meeting our province’s electricity needs as we work towards self sufficiency,” said BC Hydro President and CEO Bob Elton. “Congratulations to all of our finalists and winners for the leadership they have demonstrated in energy efficiency and for the financial savings and operational benefits they will now realize.”
BC Hydro also named Molson Canada, the Overwaitea Food Group, and Vancouver Coastal Health Authority as Power Smart Leaders. This designation is given to organizations that have demonstrated a continuous commitment to energy efficiency and have integrated energy conservation into every facet of their business.
Contact:
Simi Heer
BC Hydro Media Relations
Phone: 604 623 3963