May 2023

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May 2023

What's in your plans this spring? Maybe it's time to visit a BC Hydro dam and powerhouse visitor centre, or to plant some bee-friendly native plants to help our pollinators. Also this month, energy-saving tips from a big fan of the Grateful Dead who has a knack for pocketing $50 rewards for hitting his Team Power Smart 10% Reduction Challenge target, and how we're helping the film and TV industry use clean energy instead of diesel power.

Beautiful bee-cee: Pollinator gardens on the rise

They're a colourful addition at schools, in neighbourhoods and under power lines, and they're designed to restore lost habitat for bees, butterflies and other important pollinators.

Bite into B.C. history with a visit to Stave Falls

Powerhouse and museum near Mission is one of three popular BC Hydro visitor centres. Learn more

Victoria 'Dead Head' offers tips on lowering your bills

Legacy manager of the Grateful Dead lands $50 reward via Team Power Smart 10% Challenge, again and again. Learn more

Mom uses Indigenous scholarship to get her law degree

As this year's scholarship and bursary applications open, a look at an inspiring 2022 recipient. Learn more

Power kiosks allow film and TV sets to plug into clean power

The film industry's battle against noisy, polluting diesel power gets a boost from BC Hydro. Learn more

Recently on BCHydro.com

Backyard battle: B.C. neighbours fight over unruly trees

A BC Hydro report finds that disagreements with neighbours over unruly trees and vegetation can sometimes pose a risk near overhead power lines or electrical equipment. Learn more

At busy Buntzen Lake, parking reservations are coming back

With a few minor tweaks, BC Hydro is bringing back a free parking online reservation system for Buntzen Lake. Learn more

Residential rates increase about $2 a month

As of April 1, the residential electricity rate for BC Hydro customers increased by 2%, or about $2 per month on average.

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Rebates for energy-efficient renovations

In partnership with CleanBC, we offer rebates of up to $10,000 for heat pumps, insulation, windows and doors.