Building on the success of the most recent call for power, the Government of British Columbia centres new renewable power procurement in its plan for economic growth.
Victoria, B.C., May 5, 2025—The Canadian Renewable Energy Association (CanREA) welcomes the Government of British Columbia’s Clean Power Action Plan, announced by Premier David Eby today, which includes a new call for power by the provincial utility, BC Hydro, of 5,000 gigawatts-hours per year of clean energy, including wind and solar.
The call is expected to be issued by BC Hydro this summer, with electricity purchase agreements targeted to be awarded in early 2026.
“The BC Hydro 2024 Call for Power resulted in economic development and job creation opportunities for communities across the province,” said Evan Wilson, CanREA’s Vice-President of Policy – Western Canada and National Affairs. “CanREA members are excited by today’s announcement of the new 2025 Call for Power. Judging by the success of the 2024 call, this next call will result in affordable power and clean investment opportunities throughout British Columbia.”
The Clean Power Action Plan strengthens energy security, accelerates economic growth and reinforces Canada’s leadership in renewable energy. By investing in large-scale clean-power projects and fostering partnerships with Indigenous communities, B.C. is setting a precedent for sustainable development that benefits all Canadians.
BC Hydro’s 2025 Call for Power builds on the success of the 2024 Call for Power, which saw ten new renewable energy projects go forward, each with First Nations asset ownership of 49% to 51%, with five CanREA member companies representing nine of these ten projects.
The new Clean Power Action Plan prioritizes new investments in renewable energy, including wind, solar and hydroelectric projects, while supporting Indigenous-led initiatives and local economic development. These efforts will drive innovation, create jobs, and secure a resilient energy future for British Columbians.
Other highlights include:
- Opening up the opportunity to explore B.C.’s power potential: The province will seek proposals for capacity and baseload electricity projects to meet peak demand and support renewable energy integration. CanREA will work to clarify the role of battery storage in this opportunity.
- Ushering in an expanded era of energy efficiency: Innovators will be invited to propose demand-side management technologies that help businesses and households save energy and reduce costs.
- Investing an additional $12 million in made-in B.C. Clean Technology: The province is also looking to invest more in the B.C. Innovative Clean Energy (ICE) fund.
- Streamlining connections to B.C.’s grid: Efforts will be made to streamline grid connections so homes and businesses can access clean electricity more quickly and affordably.
“By investing in large-scale clean power projects and fostering partnerships with Indigenous communities, B.C. is setting a precedent for sustainable development that benefits all Canadians,” said Patricia Lightburn, CanREA’s Policy Director for British Columbia.
“CanREA looks forward to working alongside the province and industry partners to ensure these transformative initiatives deliver the greatest benefits to Canadians, drive innovation, create jobs and secure a resilient energy future.”
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“The BC Hydro 2024 Call for Power resulted in economic development and job creation opportunities for communities across the province. CanREA members are excited by today’s announcement of the new 2025 Call for Power. Judging by the success of the 2024 call, this next call will result in affordable power and clean investment opportunities throughout British Columbia.”
—Evan Wilson, CanREA’s Vice-President of Policy – Western Canada and National Affairs
“By investing in large-scale clean power projects and fostering partnerships with Indigenous communities, B.C. is setting a precedent for sustainable development that benefits all Canadians. CanREA looks forward to working alongside the province and industry partners to ensure these transformative initiatives drive innovation, create jobs and secure a resilient energy future.”
—Patricia Lightburn, CanREA’s Policy Director for British Columbia
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