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BCUC Approves BC Hydro’s Optional Residential Time-of-Use Rate

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火曜日, 12月 12, 2023

VANCOUVER, British Columbia, Dec. 12, 2023 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Today, the British Columbia Utilities Commission (BCUC) approved an Optional Time-of-Use Rate (Optional TOU Rate) for BC Hydro’s residential customers.

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  • VANCOUVER, British Columbia, Dec. 12, 2023 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Today, the British Columbia Utilities Commission (BCUC) approved an Optional Time-of-Use Rate (Optional TOU Rate) for BC Hydro’s residential customers.
  • The Optional TOU Rate will also be available to BC Hydro's net metering customers for deliveries from BC Hydro only.
  • BC Hydro has been directed to file an evaluation report with the BCUC on the Optional TOU Rate no later than March 31, 2029.
  • On February 27, 2023, BC Hydro filed its Optional TOU Rate Application pursuant to sections 58 to 61 of the Utilities Commission Act , seeking approval of Rate Schedule 2101 – Residential Service – Optional TOU Rate.

Self Storage Development Achieves Net Zero Carbon Certification, the First of Its Kind in Canada

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金曜日, 12月 8, 2023

Net Zero Carbon is an increasingly prominent concept strategically aiming to balance carbon emissions produced with emissions removed or offset.

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  • Net Zero Carbon is an increasingly prominent concept strategically aiming to balance carbon emissions produced with emissions removed or offset.
  • It focuses on reducing the carbon footprint associated with various activities, including building construction and operation, with global implications for sustainability efforts.
  • The certification from CaGBC underscores Nicola Wealth’s unwavering commitment to sustainability and Advanced Self Storage’s adherence to the stringent Zero Carbon Building Design and Performance Standard.
  • The Advanced Self Storage Maple Meadows facility showcases its dedication to sustainability through a range of energy conservation measures, including:
    All-electric systems eliminate reliance on fossil fuels.

Oceanic Wind Announces Return of Project Development Rights

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月曜日, 11月 13, 2023

VANCOUVER, British Columbia, Nov. 13, 2023 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Oceanic Wind Energy Inc. (TSXV-NEX:NKW.H) (“Oceanic” or “Company”) today announces that under the terms of the agreements with Northland Power, which closed on September 1, 2020, Oceanic has successfully negotiated the return of the development rights of the Hecate Strait project.

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  • VANCOUVER, British Columbia, Nov. 13, 2023 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Oceanic Wind Energy Inc. (TSXV-NEX:NKW.H) (“Oceanic” or “Company”) today announces that under the terms of the agreements with Northland Power, which closed on September 1, 2020, Oceanic has successfully negotiated the return of the development rights of the Hecate Strait project.
  • Oceanic today signed agreements with two of Northland Power Inc. wholly owned subsidiaries that place Oceanic in the lead role in project development.
  • This will only happen through an acceleration of renewable energy and primarily by speeding up the development and construction of wind farms.
  • Oceanic plans to immediately begin discussions with a large international company who is renowned for its development, construction, and operation of large offshore wind projects around the world.

Navigating Innovation: PG&E Hosts Utility Drone Operations Conference

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火曜日, 12月 5, 2023

OAKLAND, Calif., Dec. 5, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- Today, Pacific Gas and Electric Company convened hundreds of certified drone pilots, industry collaborators, community partners, and federal stakeholders in San Ramon, Calif. for a conference exploring the usage of unmanned aerial systems for utility operations.

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  • OAKLAND, Calif., Dec. 5, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- Today, Pacific Gas and Electric Company convened hundreds of certified drone pilots, industry collaborators, community partners, and federal stakeholders in San Ramon, Calif. for a conference exploring the usage of unmanned aerial systems for utility operations.
  • "The PG&E 2023 UAS conference is a first-of-its-kind event providing drone pilots with insights on new technologies and best practices for the safe and responsible integration and operation of drones within the energy industry."
  • In 2022, PG&E began utilizing UAS technology to perform gas pipeline leak surveys on 16 miles of water crossings traditionally done by boat.
  • PG&E recently expanded its UAS applications beyond inspections, becoming the first utility in North America to string powerlines with drones working with Austin, Texas-based Infravision.

Ampacimon Raises $10.6 Million USD in Series C Funding Led by Junction Growth Investors to Accelerate Grid Modernization in the U.S.

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火曜日, 10月 17, 2023

The round is led by Junction Growth Investors and includes follow-on participation from longstanding investors Korys, Noshaq, Creos, and Gesval.

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  • The round is led by Junction Growth Investors and includes follow-on participation from longstanding investors Korys, Noshaq, Creos, and Gesval.
  • Pieter-Jan Mermans, managing director at Junction Growth Investors, joins Ampacimon’s Board of Directors.
  • “These solutions are critical to grid modernization and to the broad implementation of renewables.
  • “We’re on a mission to accelerate the transition toward a lower emissions world through state-of-the-art grid optimization solutions.

Rubicon Organics Announces Third Annual Environmental, Social, & Governance Report & Board Appointment

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月曜日, 10月 16, 2023

Rubicon Organics believes in integrating environmental, social and governance (“ESG”) considerations into our operations and has taken an ESG leadership position in the cannabis sector.

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  • Rubicon Organics believes in integrating environmental, social and governance (“ESG”) considerations into our operations and has taken an ESG leadership position in the cannabis sector.
  • “As a leader in the Canadian cannabis industry, Rubicon Organics is setting the standard for transparency, sustainability and responsible business practices.
  • local hiring, turnover rate, and diversity),” said Margaret Brodie, Interim Chief Executive Officer and Chief Financial Officer of Rubicon Organics.
  • Rubicon also announces that Doris Bitz has been appointed to the Company’s Board of Directors (“Board”) after receipt of security clearance from Health Canada.

BCUC Orders BC Hydro to Refund Annual Charge to Gitga’at First Nation

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月曜日, 9月 18, 2023

VANCOUVER, British Columbia, Sept. 18, 2023 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Today, the British Columbia Utilities Commission (BCUC) directed BC Hydro to refund $693,000, plus interest, in payments it collected from Gitga’at First Nation (GFN).

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  • VANCOUVER, British Columbia, Sept. 18, 2023 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Today, the British Columbia Utilities Commission (BCUC) directed BC Hydro to refund $693,000, plus interest, in payments it collected from Gitga’at First Nation (GFN).
  • On April 5, 2022, the BCUC received a complaint from GFN about the annual charge and established a hearing to review the complaint.
  • Following an open and transparent public review process, the BCUC determined that the annual charge BC Hydro collected from GFN is a rate for electricity service.
  • The BCUC directed BC Hydro to refund GFN the entirety of the annual charge it has collected since 2014, plus interest, within the next six months.

Powertech Labs Announces New U.S.-based Subsidiary to Advance Hydrogen Infrastructure in North America

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火曜日, 9月 12, 2023

and Boston, Mass,, Sept. 12, 2023 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Powertech Labs Inc. , a commercial subsidiary of BC Hydro , has launched a new U.S. subsidiary specializing in hydrogen transport and fueling infrastructure.

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  • and Boston, Mass,, Sept. 12, 2023 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Powertech Labs Inc. , a commercial subsidiary of BC Hydro , has launched a new U.S. subsidiary specializing in hydrogen transport and fueling infrastructure.
  • The newly formed company, Powertech USA Inc ., is the result of a strategic acquisition from LIFTE H2, a hydrogen infrastructure engineering and development company headquartered in Boston.
  • Powertech USA will provide a family of infrastructure solutions including hydrogen export systems, high-capacity transport trailers, mobile refuelers, and high-pressure fueling stations.
  • “This acquisition propels Powertech Labs towards an accelerated growth trajectory, unlocking emerging opportunities in the hydrogen field, and improving our access to the US market,” said Pierre Poulain, President & CEO, Powertech Labs.

BCUC Denies New Interim Rates for BC Hydro Electric Vehicle Charging Service and Establishes Streamlined Review Process

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金曜日, 8月 18, 2023

Current rates for EV charging service at BC Hydro fast charging stations remain in effect on an interim basis pending the outcome of the BCUC’s review.

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  • Current rates for EV charging service at BC Hydro fast charging stations remain in effect on an interim basis pending the outcome of the BCUC’s review.
  • BC Hydro filed its Public EV Charging Service Rates Application with the BCUC on July 28, 2023.
  • The BCUC has denied BC Hydro’s new interim rates because the proposed rates are materially different than the current rates.
  • In its application, BC Hydro requested BCUC approval of the following time-based and energy-based EV charging rates:

Silfab Solar Names Ted Ferguson as ESG Director

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水曜日, 8月 16, 2023

BELLINGHAM, Wash., Aug. 16, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- Silfab Solar, North America's leading PV module manufacturer, today announced Ted Ferguson has been named the company's Director of Environment, Social and Governance (ESG) to further advance Silfab's objective to have, among other responsible business standards, the lowest carbon footprint of any solar manufacturer.

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  • BELLINGHAM, Wash., Aug. 16, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- Silfab Solar, North America's leading PV module manufacturer, today announced Ted Ferguson has been named the company's Director of Environment, Social and Governance (ESG) to further advance Silfab's objective to have, among other responsible business standards, the lowest carbon footprint of any solar manufacturer.
  • This also means taking an industry-leading position of further reducing our environmental impacts and prioritize being a socially responsible organization.
  • Ted's expertise and leadership will ensure we are meeting or exceeding Silfab's ESG goals," said Paolo Maccario, Silfab President and CEO.
  • Ferguson brings to Silfab 25 years of experience driving forward sustainable business strategies.