November 2016

	Save during holiday down time

November 2016

Ahead of the holidays we're sharing a list of 16 actions that you can take to lower your electricity use during seasonal down time. Also this month, how to set up our MyHydro tool's power factor and peak demand alerts, plus a reminder about our free regional energy manager service.

16 tips to cut electricity use during holiday down time

There are plenty of free ways to save, with changes in behaviour at the top of the list.

Why add an email alert?

Use our MyHydro tool's SMS and email alerts to gain a better understanding of how things such as seasonal changes and everyday habits affect your electricity use. Learn more

Free help from an energy expert

Consider speaking with a regional energy manager. While on site, they'll review your electricity consumption and introduce you to our MyHydro tool. They'll also help identify which programs and incentives you may be eligible for. Learn more

In case you missed it

Keep lamps and fixtures clean to boost performance, longevity

Dirt buildup can decrease light quality by up to 30%. And it's much easier to clean lamps and fixtures than it is to replace them after their lifespan has decreased due to accumulation of dirt. Learn more

Lighting comparison chart: T12, HID can't compete with the LED

In a head-to-head comparison, we found the annual energy cost of an LED to be less than half that of a T12 using magnetic ballasts. Learn more

Which BC Hydro programs and energy efficiency initiatives are right for you? We can help you determine what's most practical and valuable for reducing waste and cutting costs at your facility.

Business Helpdesk
604 522 4713 (Lower Mainland) or 1 866 522 4713 (the rest of B.C.)
industrial@bchydro.com

Reach the Business Helpdesk

Email us at industrial@bchydro.com or call 604 522 4713 (1 866 522 4713 outside the Lower Mainland).

Let's get strategic

Three program streams are offered in strategic energy management: industrial energy manager, industrial cohort, and regional energy manager. Determining your eligibility for these initiatives is easy–it's based on annual electricity use.

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