British Columbia is examining plans for two new hydroelectric dams, Premier David Eby’s government says. The proposals include a project for the Peace River region described as a fourth dam, following the earlier Site C project, which drew significant public opposition and faced cost overruns.
One proposed site is referred to as “Site E” near the Alberta border. The National Observer reports that Site E would have a generating capacity of up to 750 megawatts. A second proposed project is located near Bute Inlet northeast of Powell River and is described as larger, with a capacity of about 900 megawatts.
The reporting characterizes the effort as part of B.C.’s broader consideration of additional hydropower development, while also highlighting the political and financial lessons from Site C. The sources do not provide timelines, final approvals, or details on how the projects would be assessed or financed.
