Energy & Utilities

Premier David Eby got a firsthand look at one of B.C.’s largest infrastructure projects as he toured the newly named John Horgan Dam and Generating Station during his visit to northern B.C.

The Metlakatla Development Corporation has received $2 million in federal funding to advance feasibility work for the proposed Metlakatla Mount Hays Wind Project near Prince Rupert, a 100 per cent First Nation-owned wind farm aimed at boosting the region's electricity capacity.

Hanwha Ocean and Kanata Clean Power have signed a memorandum of understanding to explore cooperation on the proposed floating LNG export project planned near Prince Rupert.

B.C. Hydro says construction has begun on a sixth generating unit at the Revelstoke Generating Station, a project expected to add 500 megawatts of capacity to the province's power system by 2032.

The B.C. government is considering reviving two long-dormant hydroelectric projects, including the proposed Site E dam on the Peace River, as it looks for new sources of electricity to meet growing demand.

Contractors on LNG Canada’s first phase have been given the green light to begin preparations for the proposed Phase 2 expansion in Kitimat, B.C.

British Columbia’s Ksi Lisims LNG project has signed a long-term supply agreement with a German state-owned energy company, marking what officials say is Canada’s first LNG export deal with a European buyer.

Premier David Eby said Tuesday that a major liquefied natural gas export deal between B.C.’s Ksi Lisims LNG project and Germany would mark a significant step toward a final investment decision on the proposed multibillion-dollar facility.

The B.C. government has renamed the Site C dam after former premier John Horgan, despite his past opposition to the controversial hydroelectric megaproject.

Premier David Eby is set to press Prime Minister Mark Carney on B.C.'s economic priorities Wednesday as Alberta pushes ahead with plans for a new oil pipeline to the West Coast.