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Getting off the grid: Tips for camping electricity-free
… for the campgrounds. With the help of this list, you can enjoy an electricity-free weekend of camping with the … prefer sleeping in a tent or trailer, fans of the outdoors can all agree: camping is a great way to shake the cabin … on your adventure. We’ve rounded up a list of ways you can save energy, take care of the environment and get the …
Jaclyn.O - 07/19/2022 - 09:01
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Sump pumps 101
… sump pump and integrating electrical safety measures, you can better protect your home from costly flooding. … hazards due to their water-friendly design, however, they can be more challenging to service and may incur higher … well in deeper pits, and their above-ground components can be more susceptible to damage from debris or weather …
Rebecca.S - 03/10/2026 - 07:38
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Summer’s last camping trip is off-the-grid
… us that Labour Day marks the end of summer, or that we can’t wear white either. There’s still time and warm … not) your last camping trip of the season. Even better, you can leave electronic devices and the electricity grid in the … the environment. As a bonus, we’ve included ways that you can recycle these ideas when you’re back home. …
Morgan.B - 08/22/2024 - 06:58
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GridFlex
… This program isn’t available in your area yet, but you can still save. Hydro Ottawa offers … connected devices may automatically adjust slightly, or you can choose to reduce your usage manually. You stay in … use during periods of high demand. By participating, you can earn rewards while helping support a more reliable, …
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Business - Types of DERs (emergency back-up, net metering, non-exporting, and stand-alone)
… more information on the different types of generators, you can read our blog on the topic. For further information on connecting your generator, you can refer to Hydro Ottawa standard ECG0002 Technical … For Customer Owned Standby Generation . Generators that can supply electricity to the utility grid shall comply with …
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How to protect your appliances from a power surge
… hum back to life. However, did you know that power surges can happen when power is restored? While rare, power surges can spark damage to your home appliances and devices. Thankfully, with a little planning, you can protect your home and favorite electronics. What …
Rebecca.S - 02/21/2023 - 07:56
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Multi-unit residential
… on their consumption, promoting behavioral changes that can result in decreased energy and water usage. It also … How can the concept of resilience be incorporated into the …
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Types of DERs
… Only use a generator when you can’t access the local grid, like during a prolonged power … Customer Owned Standby Generation. If your generator can send electricity to the grid, it has to meet the … water, solar and agricultural biomass. Please note: You can pair an RET with an energy storage system to form a …
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A Valentine Candy Gram: You're at the heart of our business
… BFF (best friends forever) A friendly neighbour you can rely on. While we know a utility isn’t the most … friend, we aim to be a friendly, dependable neighbour you can count on. Trust, reliability, and respect are at the … it easy for you to stay in the loop during outages. You can sign up for outage alerts through MyAccount, …
Myra Beaman - 03/10/2026 - 04:25
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How we tackle damaging winter storms
… at home, we understand that unplanned power interruptions can have a big impact on your life. Heavy ice can snap hydro poles, tree branches and wires img{ … presents its own unique set of dangers and challenges that can make outages more life-threatening, and hamper …
Morgan.B - 11/22/2022 - 10:03