Ontario’s electricity sector has reached one of the most challenging points in its history. Consumption has been growing at about 1% yearly. The blackout of 2003 reminded us how vital electricity is to our way of life and warned us that our consumption was reaching excessive levels. Growing concern about climate change and the environmental impacts caused by electricity generation is only increasing the importance of energy conservation.
The time to act is now.
Whitby Hydro Electric Corporation is committed to promoting a culture of conservation within our community. This site is designed to help you learn more about saving energy and the conservation programs we are offering. Over the next 20 years, approximately 80% of existing electricity supplies will need to be replaced with a combination of new supply, conservation, and demand management.
Remember – conservation does not benefit only the environment and the economy, it also cuts your electricity costs. Reduced energy consumption allows us to pass on added savings to you. As a utility, we can avoid further investments in new generation and transmission when the demand for electricity is reduced.