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January 2024

Power smart quiz, 24 for 2024
 
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News & Energy Savings Tips from BC Hydro

January 2024

Kick off 2024 with our fun power smart quiz that gives you tips on how to save and a chance to win $200 in groceries. Also this month, check out our list of 24 things to try in 2024, plus 10 ways public libraries are not what they used to be, electric vehicles in B.C. by the numbers, and how clean energy is powering a mobile CT scanner in Port Hardy.
Shake the rust: 24 things to try in 2024

Shake the rust: 24 things to try in 2024

Is it time you tried an e-bike, started carpooling, tried a new food, or spent more time outdoors? There's something for everyone on our list.

Try something new
Take our power smart quiz and you could win

Take our power smart quiz and you could win

Get a few tips about saving and enter to win a $200 gift card for your favourite grocery store. Enter to win

New to the library: 10 things you may not expect

New to the library: 10 things you may not expect

Beyond borrowing books, our public libraries have evolved into community hubs of fun and learning. Check it out

From 1 to 6.59 million, EVs by the numbers

From 1 to 6.59 million, EVs by the numbers

From rebates to the used car market, the latest stats on switching to an electric car in B.C. Learn more

At Port Hardy, a mobile CT scanner goes clean

At Port Hardy, a mobile CT scanner goes clean

Island Health is ditching diesel for clean electricity as they bring a high-tech imaging device to patients. Learn more

Recently on BCHydro.com

We're paving the way for backup power on wheels

Canada's first vehicle-to-grid pilot project for medium and heavy-duty vehicles will enable electricity to be pushed back to the grid from the battery of an electric vehicle. Learn more

Things to read and watch in 2024, from our team

Favourite books, movies, and TV from our employee networks, which focus on topics ranging from accessibility to women in leadership, to pride, and culture. Learn more

A $50 reward for registering a smart device in your home

Register your qualifying smart thermostat, EV charger and/or load controller at $50 a pop. Sign up

Last chance for savings

Shop and save with instant discounts on energy-efficient showerheads, lighting controls, thermostats, and more. See rebates

Storm season primer: Are you ready for an outage?

When storms and other emergencies hit, knowing how to stay safe – and stocking an emergency kit – are the only way to go.

Get prepared
 

Times running short: double your reward to $100

Until January 31, 2024, sign up for Team Power Smart and start a 10% Reduction Challenge for a shot at twice the usual reward.

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