BC Hydro balances power needs with Williston Basin environment
In British Columbia the Peace Williston basin region is highlighted for its scenery and its balance between meeting power demands and environmental stewardship. Tsay Keh Village residents and UNBC partner with BC Hydro on dust control while debris removal has cost over 130 million since 1964, with 295000 budgeted last spring for Williston Reservoir debris clearance.
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Peace Williston Basin
British Columbia
Peace River
B.c.hydro
Williston Reservoir
Williston
Hydro
Bob Westcott
Finlay Beach
Tsay Keh
Finlay Arm
Tsay Keh Village
University of Northern British Columbia
UNBC
Peace River Williston Advisory Committee Formed in 1988
The Peace River Williston Reservoir Advisory Committee was established in 1988 to address topics related to Hydro's regional operations. Members include representatives from Mackenzie Tsay Keh Chetwynd Hudson's Hope Dawson Creek and Fort St. John from business labour First Nations and environmental groups. Meetings rotate among affected communities and the public is invited to attend most sessions.
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Hydro
Peace River
Williston Reservoir
Mackenzie, Tsay Keh
Chetwynd
Hudson’s Hope
Dawson Creek
Fort St. John
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Bennett Dam
Peace
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