Drought in Western Canada affects hydroelectric power production, causing B.C. and Manitoba to import power.

Drought in Western Canada is affecting hydroelectric power production as reservoir levels run low. Hydro-rich provinces B.C. and Manitoba are importing power from other jurisdictions due to the drought. While there is no immediate risk of power outages, climate change is making droughts more common and severe, putting more pressure on hydroelectric producers in the future.

January 29, 2024
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