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FortisBC
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FortisBC
@FortisBC
We deliver natural gas, electricity and propane safely, affordably and reliably to nearly 1.3 million customers across the province. Energy for a better BC.
- Our innovative tanker truck-to-ship marine LNG bunkering is the first of its kind in the world. This customized fuelling solution helps marine operators make the switch to LNG, so they can reduce emissions and fuel costs. Find out more: ow.ly/w6G550uMJGX
- The shipping industry is becoming greener through #LNG. Switching one container ship or cruise ship reduces #GHG emissions equivalent to taking 19,800 cars off the road each year. Learn about how #Vancouver is poised to lead this transition: ow.ly/7H6R50ulz5Y
- Thank you BC! We asked you to turn off your thermostat and you responded: natural gas usage has decreased by about 20%. Because of your conservation efforts, we have more time for natural gas to flow to hospitals and other essential services. #BC #ConserveNatGas
- Areas of #westkelowna and #peachland are under evacuation alert due to wildfire. If you're evacuated, do NOT shut off your natural gas before you leave your home. FortisBC will shut off #naturalgas service as needed, and restore service when it's safe. #BCWildfire
- #FortisBC embraces innovations that can help our customers reduce their environmental footprint, from liquefied natural gas (#LNG) to carbon capture technology & #RenewableNaturalGas. Learn more about RNG—a carbon neutral fuel ow.ly/5Cq530ks2lK #EnergyAtWorkInBC
00:00 - #FortisBC embraces innovations that can help our customers reduce their environmental footprint, from liquefied natural gas (#LNG) to carbon capture technology & #RenewableNaturalGas. Learn more about RNG—a carbon neutral fuel ow.ly/N7Ud30jSw23 #EnergyAtWorkInBC
00:00 - #DYK electricity can jump from a power line to you, or any equipment you’re using? It’s called ‘arcing’ and it’s the reason you should keep your distance from overhead power lines ow.ly/XAl130pqZik #PowerLineSafety
- You may have heard that the @Enbridge owned transmission pipeline that ruptured has been repaired. This is true – but natural gas supply to BC is still limited & we’re asking everyone to continue to #ReduceYourUse. Learn more: ow.ly/iIVw30mwyQj
- We’re donating high-efficiency natural gas boilers to @VanAqua to heat their Aqua Centre, Amazon Centre and shark tanks. Once the boilers are installed, the Aquarium can look forward to reliable and affordable heating for their animals. bit.ly/3ntAHpL #VanAqua
- Yesterday an @Enbridge natural gas pipeline that feeds into our system was ruptured. As a result, there may be a temporary loss of service to our customers. We’re working to prevent this & we need your support. Doug Stout, one of our VP’s, explains how you can help.
00:00 - We are aware of an explosion in Nanaimo. We have a technician dispatched to the scene at the request of emergency responders.
- Roger Dall’Antonia has been appointed as our new president and #CEO at #FortisBC. With >20 years of experience in the energy sector, he’s well positioned to lead our future growth. #leadership ow.ly/5XHY30h5kwg
- Did YOU know that by using 100% Renewable Natural Gas your home furnace could be carbon-neutral and still about $140 dollars cheaper a year than using an electric heat pump? Learn more here: bit.ly/3o1tccD #RenewableNaturalGasDid you know that heating your home with natural gas contributes to climate change? Learn more in our latest report: ow.ly/BC0R50Gq6ik
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