Wood to modernise and expand British Columbia’s electrical infrastructure

Wood, a global leader in consulting and engineering, has been selected by BC Hydro, a Canadian electric utility corporation, to modernise and expand the electric grid in British Columbia to meet the province’s 2030 emission reduction targets.

Under the $200 million, seven-year master services agreement (MSA), Wood will deliver engineering, procurement and construction management (EPCM) services to modernise power lines, substations and transmission and distribution lines. These modifications will provide cleaner and more reliable energy to communities across the province.

In January 2024, BC Hydro outlined its investment plans to sustain and expand the electricity system to ensure it is fit for the future. BC Hydro currently provides power to 95% of the population of British Columbia, with 98% of this power coming from clean renewable sources.

Justin Jackson, Senior Vice President of Process & Chemicals Americas at Wood, said: “We have been working with BC Hydro for over fifteen years with a history of successful project delivery. Our unrivalled knowledge and expertise in British Columbia have positioned us well to partner with BC Hydro and deliver the modifications required to reach their emissions reduction targets.”

The work undertaken as part of this MSA will be delivered by Wood’s teams in Canada, including experts in Vancouver and Calgary.