British Columbia's northeast is getting an electricity boost to help power natural gas expansion in the Peace River region and fight global warming. The federal government and Crown-owned BC Hydro have announced a project to expand transmission lines to meet the area's growing industrial and development demands. Federal Natural Resources Minister & Premier John Horgan announce funding for Peace Region Electricity Supply Project. ⁦@cbcnewsbc⁩ #cbc #bcpoli #cdnpoli pic.twitter.com/bKuUs9EJv0 —@CBCtanyaThe power line project is estimated to cost $289 million, with the federal government contributing $83.6 million and BC Hydro, $205.4 million. Premier John Horgan and Sohi say the project will help industry move to clean, renewable energy, which will reduce greenhouse gas emissions.

Source: CBC News April 20, 2019 20:26 UTC