Yukoners Doing Good Is Good for the Yukon

Help the Yukon shift the peak

Thank you to everyone who joined this phase of the Peak Smart Home program. By participating in Peak Smart programs, Yukoners are helping to reduce demand when electricity consumption across the Yukon reaches peak levels. This eases pressure on the power grid during these critical times, lessening our dependence on diesel generation and improving the reliability of the grid when Yukoners need it most.
 
If you weren’t able to sign up during Peak Smart Home’s first season, don’t worry – there are more opportunities to participate ahead!

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There’s power in doing good

As the Yukon’s population grows and our lives become increasingly electrified, our demand for electricity is increasing. By joining the Peak Smart programs, you are helping to shift peak demand for power, reducing both the strain on the power grid during peak times and the Yukon’s reliance on diesel generation to maintain grid reliability on cold winter days – without disrupting your day-to-day comfort.

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Energy saving tips for the home

It's always a good idea to conserve electricity. Check out these basic tips below to conserve electricity in your own home.

• If you heat with electricity, turn down your thermostat a few degrees
• Reduce the amount of hot water you are using by taking shorter showers or washing your clothes with cold water
• Air dry your clothes instead of using the dryer
• Turn off all lights you're not using
• Unplug all unused electronics, like laptop and phone chargers

On cold winter days, we typically see a spike in electricity usage between 6 am and 9 am, and between 5 pm and 8 pm. It is during these times that we need to use more diesel and LNG to meet electricity demand. To help reduce peak electricity demand, you can:

• Schedule your dishwasher to run outside of peak times
• Use a block heater timer for your vehicle
• Sign up for Peak Smart Home. Scroll up the page for more info!