Free run hydro could replace dam based power in BC
Readers urge calling run of river projects free run hydro highlighting minimal footprint and ecological advantages. Cites Hupacasath First Nation Uprit project in Alberni Valley and Ashlu near Squamish as successful examples. Argues free run hydro offers new electricity with less environmental intrusion as big dam sites are largely exhausted.
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British Columbia
Alberni Valley
Vancouver Island
Squamish
Tapping into clean energy in BC and beyond
The letter argues British Columbia sits on vast untapped clean energy potential beyond dams. It notes the Cleveland dam could generate 16 megawatts and suggests extensive near term and long term opportunities across multiple sources. The writer urges steady exploitation of BC’s abundant clean energy to meet 21st century goals.
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Metro Vancouver
Cleveland
North America
It Gets Better pledge supports bullied youth nationwide
A public message urges an end to bullying in schools and communities. It advocates LGBT youth support, calls for universal protection of all children, and directs readers to itgetsbetter com to take a pledge and show solidarity.
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