Blogs and articles
Stories and features on what's happening at Hydro Ottawa, in our industry and in our community. Visit often to get the latest.
How Hydro Ottawa powers our growing communities and city
According to Statistics Canada, the Ottawa-Gatineau region is estimated to have reached a population of over a million as of July 2019,…
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Sustainable systems: A look at district energy
In case you’re looking for validation that we’ve been having an unusually hot summer, the data doesn’t lie. According to Environment Canada…
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Hydro Poles: Where do they come from?
You’ve heard of Christmas tree farms, but is there such a thing as a hydro pole tree farm? It’s a question we hear often, from both kids…
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How Hydro Ottawa powers through summer storm season
Lights, camera, action!
Narrator: “It was a dark and stormy night, and the power was…on.”
*Cut*
Narrator: “What? That can’t be right……
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The vehicle of the future is electric
Sales of electric vehicles (EVs) are on the rise in Canada, leaving many with questions about the impact EVs will have long-term on the…
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Safety first: Five unconventional electrical hazards and how to avoid them
This summer is shaping up to be a little different than the summers we are used to. The COVID-19 pandemic has changed much of our reality…
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Wanderlust – A story of sustainable exploring
With the COVID-19 pandemic requiring us to do our part to stay home and physically distance in order to combat the spread of the virus, a…
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Six hands-on energy-related activities for kids this summer
From the outside looking in, it can appear that kids received their summer break early with the risks of COVID-19 prompting schools to…
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The people behind electricity: Part 2
As the season kicks into full summer mode, there’s something so wonderful about a burst of cool air. As we pause to take a closer look, it…
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Dancing in the street – Elgin’s electrical transformation
It’s not every day that a utility gets the chance to not only upgrade its hydroelectric infrastructure, but also play a part in beautifying…
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