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.
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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COVID-19: Answering Your Top Questions
Tornadoes. Ice storms. Floods. And now, a pandemic. If there’s one thing we are familiar with at Hydro Ottawa, its crises. And although the…
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5 summer tips to save on your electricity bill
Spring is in the air and so is the prospect of summer. Having experienced a long Canadian winter paired with COVID-19 quarantining, it has…
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CEO update: Strengthening our community roots
As we enter our tenth week of self-isolation, I think it’s fair to say that as a community, we have proven just how resilient we all are.…
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COVID-19: Shifting how we use energy
In a matter of just a few months, we’ve seen our world transformed as a result of the COVID-19 pandemic, and our way of living changed with…
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