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Environment

Environmental responsibility policy

FortisBC recognizes that sound environmental practices make good business sense. Learn more about our commitment to environmentally-responsible practices.

Environmental initiatives

Sustaining and enhancing the environment is a priority for FortisBC. Learn more about how FortisBC ensures environmental excellence in all areas of our business, including capital project considerations, the integrated pest management program, managing wildlife, and our resource recovery/waste reduction procedures.

CEA sustainable electricity program

FortisBC is a member of the Canadian Electrical Association and a participant in the Sustainable Electricity program (SEP). Learn more about our participation in the SEP program.

Osprey nest camera

In 2009, FortisBC installed a camera at an Osprey nest site on Benvoulin Road in Kelowna to provide a close-up view of nesting activities. Learn more about FortisBC’s Osprey program.

 

 Bright ideas

 
Unplug your chargers
Lots of equipment has chargers, such as laptops, cell phones and digital cameras. When they are not charging, unplug them, as they draw some power whenever they are plugged in.
More bright ideas
 

 Earth Hour 2011

 

​At 8:30 pm on Saturday, March 26, Earth Hour will be celebrated around the world. Join the fun – Tell us what you would do with an hour in the dark.