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Outage alerts: Don’t be in the dark
… Outage Alerts. Now, residential and business customers can get the latest outage updates via SMS/text or email to … for you! For those who are new to MyAccount, you can easily register online . Customize your … either an SMS/text or an email notification. Plus, you can easily customize your other settings within MyAccount, …
Rebecca.S - 02/21/2024 - 08:29
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Public Safety Tips
… tornado caused significant power outages. These tips can help you stay safe: Stay back from damaged … fire. Portable Generators Portable generators can provide security and comfort during power outages. However, they can create electrical shock and fire hazards if connected or …
Hydro Ottawa - 11/04/2024 - 15:49
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Ways to stay charged up while on your next summer vacation
… adding some simple tasks before, during and after your trip can help ensure you reduce your carbon footprint and come … your electric vehicle (EV) out for a summer road trip, it can be stressful to plan your ride around battery charging … maps even specify the type of chargers you may find so you can plan your stops ahead of time. Adapt to foreign …
jasmine.v - 07/18/2023 - 13:01
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What is battery storage and why does it matter?
… technologies , to store excess energy. Battery storage can be deployed at various scales, from small residential … these challenges: Energy shifting: Batteries can store excess renewable energy generated during periods … gift for the grid: Demand response: Batteries can release stored energy during peak demand, reducing …
Morgan.B - 04/13/2026 - 12:10
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Swipe right on savings: Finding your perfect rate plan match
… the times of day when electricity demand is highest, which can vary by season. In summer, on-peak hours typically occur … school. Green flags: If you’re flexible and can adjust your energy use to off-peak times, TOU could be … Highest costs between 4 p.m. and 9 p.m. for those who can't resist flipping the switch during the evening rush. …
Rebecca.S - 03/10/2026 - 07:38
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Approvals, permits and clearances
… 1.5 metres away from underground infrastructure. If you can’t maintain that clearance, use a steel plate or … include residential boulevard gardens where residents can plant gardens in the road right of way. See the … These areas must always be kept clear so our crews can safely access equipment. No buildings, landscaping or …
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Contractors - Approvals, permits and clearances
… Keep trees and shrubs at least 1.5 meters away. If you can’t maintain that clearance, use a steel plate or … include residential boulevard gardens where residents can plant gardens in the road Right of Way. See the … These areas must always be kept clear so our crews can safely access equipment. No buildings, landscaping or …
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Business - Power quality
… business What you need to know Power quality issues can disrupt your business operations. While we work to … about power quality, how we investigate problems, what you can do to protect your equipment, and how to identify and … distortion and current distortion. Poor power quality can cause malfunctions in sensitive equipment, unscheduled …
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Severance, Variance, and Permits
… : Keep trees and shrubs at least 1.5 meters away. If you can’t maintain that clearance, use a steel plate or … include residential boulevard gardens where residents can plant gardens in the road Right of Way. See the … These areas must always be kept clear so our crews can safely access equipment. No buildings, landscaping or …
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A resilient start to 2024: Prioritizing emergency preparedness for climate change and power outages
… One of the key aspects of preparedness is ensuring you can weather a power outage for up to 72 hours - and we’d … (4L per person per day for three to seven days) Manual can opener Medications and a first aid kit … Portable power banks, batteries, and solar-powered chargers can be invaluable during extended power outages. For …
Myra Beaman - 01/24/2024 - 07:45