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.
Water Works: How hydropower keeps our lights on
Canada is a hydropower powerhouse! This renewable resource powers 60 per cent of our country’s electricity output. Put another way, it…
Read blog
Hot (energy) tips for a cool (and cost-efficient) home this summer
As spring blossoms into full swing and the promise of summer looms on the horizon, it's time to bid farewell to winter's chill and embrace…
Read blog
Shocking truths: Debunking common myths about electricity
In today's modern world, electricity has become an indispensable part of our daily lives, powering various devices from smartphones to…
Read blog
Hydro Ottawa and Ottawa Fire Services ignite new partnership
Hydro Ottawa and Ottawa Fire Services (OFS) have partnered to enhance firefighter safety training and proficiency in handling fire-related…
Read blog
Calm before the storm: Sprinter outages
It’s easy to remain ‘calm before the storm’ when you’re prepared.
As Ottawans know, spring weather in the nation’s capital is wildly…
Read blog
Navigating fraud in a digital era
In an era of advanced communication and technology, being vigilant against fraud is more crucial than ever. At Hydro Ottawa, your safety…
Read blog
Voices of Women in Leadership
At Hydro Ottawa's thinkenergy podcast, we are proud to celebrate the achievements and insights of some remarkable women who have recently…
Read blog
Heat pumps: The MVPs of greener homes
Canadian homes and buildings, combined with the electricity generated to power them, release 111 million tonnes of greenhouse gas emissions…
Read blog
Outage alerts: Don’t be in the dark
Picture this: the lights flicker off unexpectedly, casting your space into darkness, the familiar hum of appliances going silent. Yet, amid…
Read blog
A homeowner harnesses the power of the sun
With utilities warning of longer, more frequent power outages due to extreme weather events and advising residents to make 72-hour…
Read blog