Editor, The Times:
BC Hydro’s Smart Metering Program is about more than just exchanging meters – it’s about upgrading the province’s electricity grid.
The entire project cost, which includes new meters and the necessary grid upgrades, are included in the smart metering business case, available on line at www.bchydro.com. The project, which will be completed in 2014, is tracking below budget.
Now that 95 per cent of the new meters have been installed, customers are beginning to see the benefits of a more modern electrical system.
For example, many customers, through their secure MyHydro on line account, can now see more timely information about their electricity use. They can also access new conservation tools that will help them conserve energy and save money.
Later this year, customers will benefit from automatic outage detection that will help our crews restore power faster and safer.
We thank customers for their support and patience as we work to modernize our electricity system so we can continue to safely provide the electricity needed to power homes and business around the province every day.
Gary Murphy, chief project officer
Smart Metering and Infrastructure BC Hydro
