{
  "language": "en",
  "interfaceLanguage": "en",
  "url": "https://voltformer.com/news/bc-hydro-energizes-500kv-step-up-transformers-site-c-substation-october-2026",
  "slug": "bc-hydro-energizes-500kv-step-up-transformers-site-c-substation-october-2026",
  "category": "renewable-integration",
  "publishDate": "2026-10-02",
  "sourceName": "BC Hydro Media Centre",
  "sourceUrl": "https://www.bchydro.com/news/press-releases/site-c-500kv-transformers-energized-october-2026",
  "readingTimeMinutes": 1,
  "tags": [
    "Canada",
    "BC Hydro",
    "Substation",
    "500 kV",
    "Hydroelectric"
  ],
  "content": {
    "title": "BC Hydro Energizes 500 kV Step-Up Transformers at Site C Substation",
    "summary": "BC Hydro has energized 6 generator step-up transformers rated at 225 MVA and 500 kV at the Site C Clean Energy Project switchyard, unlocking 1100 MW of dispatchable hydroelectric power for British Columbia.",
    "sections": [
      {
        "heading": "Hydroelectric Generator Step-Up Configuration",
        "paragraphs": [
          "The Peace River generation switchyard completed commissioning of 6 transformers rated at 225 MVA each stepping up generation voltage from 19 kV to the 500 kV bulk grid.",
          "The units feature synthetic ester insulation fluids with high fire points above 300 °C, minimizing environmental and fire hazards in the river valley installation."
        ]
      },
      {
        "heading": "Transmission Intertie to Major Load Centers",
        "paragraphs": [
          "Two 500 kV transmission circuits extending 75 km connect the Site C substation to the existing Peace Canyon switching station.",
          "The energized installation will provide 5100 GWh of dependable zero-emission electricity annually to meet growing provincial demand."
        ]
      }
    ]
  },
  "companies": []
}