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1. Six hands-on energy-related activities for kids this summer

   … this summer From the outside looking in, it can appear that kids received their summer break early with … here are some fun hands-on energy-related activities you can try with your kids this summer: Fluttery … of graphite and how, with a carefully planned drawing, it can act as a circuit to conduct electricity from a battery …

   Myra Beaman - 02/09/2023 - 15:50

2. Don’t be shocked: People should stay clear of power lines

   … assume the ground around the wire is safe. Electricity can spread out from a wire through the ground, like ripples … reduce with distance. If the ground is wet, the electricity can travel further. What if a vehicle crash takes … the vehicle, and you must get out, jump out as quick as you can. Once out, and on the ground, don’t touch the car, as …

   Marie.M - 05/11/2023 - 12:53

3. Electrical safety at home

   … Electricity powers nearly everything in our homes. It can also pose serious risks if not handled properly. Learn … problems: Damaged wires - Frayed or torn cords can cause fires or electric shocks. Replace them … bar into another (known as “daisy-chaining”), which can overload outlets and increase fire risk. Extension …

4. An in-depth look at Hydro Ottawa’s grid maintenance

   … for supporting overhead power lines, but over time, poles can degrade due to weather conditions, age, or environmental … conditions, such as snow or frozen ground in winter, which can complicate work. Despite these challenges, Hydro Ottawa … cycle across our service territory, Hydro Ottawa’s crews can identify equipment in need of replacement due to age, …

   Rebecca.S - 12/20/2024 - 08:52

5. A message to our customers: you’re the reason why

   … “It’s not personal, it’s business.”  I can tell you that is not true. It is not true in the … statement or goal, but we strongly believe it’s how we can best serve our community. We also believe it’s what … solutions and several financial assistance programs so you can focus on your own reasons why: yourself, your family …

   Julie Lupinacci - 02/09/2023 - 15:55

6. Today’s youth: Influencing a sustainable energy future

   … the world is finding a platform from which their voices can be heard and valued.  Thankfully, when it comes to … tremendous adversities, including a global pandemic, it can be difficult to look past those issues, let alone to … Podcast , she shared three call-to-actions on how we all can begin working towards a sustainable energy future.  …

   Myra Beaman - 02/03/2022 - 14:46

7. Spring into energy efficiency

   … a cue to remind you of some easy energy-saving tune-ups you can apply to your home. As soon as that sunny weather … heaters to your spring cleaning regime. Dust build up can negatively impact their function by causing them to … A clogged filter hampers a furnace’s performance and can lower the air quality in your home. A filter cleaning or …

   Myra Beaman - 03/22/2022 - 08:24

8. Contractors - Outdoor and power line safety

   … downed power lines are energized and dangerous. Power lines can be knocked down during storms and by vehicle crashes. They can also come down when equipment fails. If you see a … includes puddles, fences, vehicles and trees. Electricity can travel through the ground, especially in wet …

9. Hydro Ottawa customers are Paperless Heroes for CHEO

   … for babies with jaundice. High blood pressure can often lead to kidney disease so physicians and nurses in … eliminate it. When this happens, the baby’s skin and eyes can appear yellow. A biliblanket can help to decrease bilirubin levels using phototherapy, …

10. All Charged Up

    … a stop at the pump to top up or fill the tank, the same can be accomplished with an EV by simply plugging it in. You can recharge using a simple wall socket or a charging … fully charge is based on three things: how fast the vehicle can accept a charge; the level – or speed – of the …

    Hydro Ottawa - 11/04/2024 - 15:51