Blogs & Articles
Stories and features on what’s happening at Hydro Ottawa, in our industry and in our community. Visit often to get the latest.
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Waterpower is Ottawa's blue battery
May 17, 2022
Canada’s oldest hydroelectric generating station that’s still in operation today was commissioned right here in the nation’s
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How utilities prepare for emergencies
May 13, 2022
When powering more than 353,000 homes and businesses for the capital city of a G7 country, the pressure is always on for us
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Ottawa’s first carbon neutral community is here
May 13, 2022
What happens when you use a network of hot and cold water pipes, bury them underground, and then use them to efficiently hea
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Shining a light on Christie Lake Kids
April 20, 2022
“In the presence of nature, a wild delight runs through the man, in spite of real sorrows.” -Ralph Waldo Emerson, 19th centu
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Earth Day: A local call to reduce our impact
April 20, 2022
No matter how big or small, we all can make an impact this Earth Day.
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Remote-work home energy savings
April 20, 2022
One of the most talked about occupational trends since the global pandemic began has been the rise in remote work.