Top 10 smart metering program myths and facts
By Gary Murphy, BC Hydro This summer, BC Hydro will begin implementation of the Smart Metering Program. This program involves replacing existing meters with a modern, fully integrated, smart metering system as part of our critical infrastructure upgrades. The Smart Metering Program will help to ensure that BC Hydro can continue...
All vehicles are electric vehicles — here's why
By Phil Covington, Triple PunditCritics are often quick to point out that car companies are somewhat disingenuous when they use the phrase "zero emissions vehicle" when promoting their all-electric offerings. The term "elsewhere emissions vehicle" has been suggested as a more accurate description, on the basis that many...
Youth Science month brings ideas alive
It’s Youth Science Month in Canada, and in B.C., approximately 60,000 students are expected to take part by bringing some amazing ideas to life.Youth Science Month is a national event that sees over 500,000 students competing in project-based science across Canada through a series of regional fairs.In Nelson, the Genome BC ...
Toyota recalls 147,000 Canadian cars
Toyota Motor Corp. has recalled 147,000 vehicles in Canada — including certain RX, GS and Highlander models — because of links to the company's acceleration problems. The recall affects 17,000 RX vehicles from the 2004 through 2006 model years, and asks owners to bring in the vehicles to have the driver's side floor carpet ...
EU to ban six toxic chemicals in household plastics
By EurActive The European Union will ban six toxic chemicals within three to five years, three of which are commonly used in plastic household items, the European Commission said this week. After years of heated debate, EU lawmakers agreed in 2006 on a far-reaching proposal to review the way chemicals are approved in Europe....
Batteries that breathe
By Neil Savage, Discovery News With the launch of the Nissan Leaf and Chevy Volt, it's been a big year for electric vehicles, but their batteries still have a fairly limited range without a recharge. For a car running on today's lithium-ion batteries to match the range provided by a tank of gasoline, you'd need a lot more...
Metal toxins in LED products
By David A Gabel LED lighting is the newest, most efficient form of lighting to hit the markets. It blows away even the most efficient compact fluorescent bulb, and is therefore, a much more expensive option. However, the benefits to the environment from LED's efficiency come with another environmental cost. A new study from...
BC Hydro selects Corix, Capgemini for smart meters launch
Two companies have been signed to launch the province’s Smart Metering Program across B.C. later this year — with a regional office announced for Cranbrook.B.C.-based Corix Utilities will install the 1.8 million meters to homes and businesses across the province. International company Capgemini will provide project implementation...
Fool’s gold may not be so foolish for solar energy
Pyrite, also known as fool's gold, was the stuff of heartbreak for many a gold miner. Mimicking the look of the precious gold they were after, pyrite was considered essentially worthless. But for the solar energy industry, pyrite just may turn into a pot of gold. Researchers at the University of California Irvine are working...
