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 workers are adapting to climate change
According to a CityNews article, temperatures hit a high of 35 degrees celsius in Ottawa on June 23, 2025, breaking a more than 100-…
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Stay alert: You can keep our crews safe
Across the city, Hydro Ottawa crews work in all kinds of weather and at all hours of the day or night. Sometimes our crews are easy to spot…
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Sustainable ways to get around this summer
Cottage weekends. Beach days. Camping trips. You have a lot to pack into the next two months. But how will you get where you need to go? It…
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The A.I. revolution: How it's energizing our lives
Could Skynet, or some very intelligent computers, be the force behind powering our future? Today, at Hydro Ottawa, we’re already…
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How to plant a tree with the grid and safety in mind
At Hydro Ottawa, we’re big supporters of tree planting. But we also know that what’s planted today can have an impact on tomorrow’s power…
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Ottawa’s energy future: modernizing our grid for a sustainable tomorrow
The grid that sends electricity to our community’s homes and businesses is an engineering marvel. But if we’re going to meet your energy…
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Shifting to electricity: understanding the energy transition
Ottawa's energy needs are rapidly evolving, and to ensure a reliable and sustainable future, critical investments in our electricity…
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Powering communities today, tomorrow and beyond
To prepare for the energy transition — that is, the shift away from fossil fuels and toward more efficient and sustainable energy sources,…
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Smart renovations: Upgrade, retrofit and save
Welcome to the season of smart renovations and sustainable savings. Whether you're planning a full-scale remodel or a series of smaller…
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The ABC’s of energy: What do all these terms mean?
If reading about electricity has ever left you feeling short-circuited by its technical jargon, you're not alone. At Hydro Ottawa, we know…
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