Canfor Pulp Seeks BC Utilities Commission Exemption to Resell Electricity for Decarbonization

Canfor Pulp and Paper Ltd. has filed an application with the British Columbia Utilities Commission (BCUC) seeking an exemption from regulations governing public utilities. The application aims to allow Canfor to resell electricity purchased from BC Hydro to users operating computation-based heating systems on a flow-through basis without markup, plus a monthly fee to cover infrastructure costs. These users would provide heat generated as a byproduct to Canfor's pulp mills in Prince George, enabling offset of fossil fuel-based heat and contributing to Canfor’s decarbonization objectives. This innovative approach aligns with Canfor’s environmental goals by integrating electricity use and heat recovery to reduce greenhouse gas emissions. Public participation in the proceeding is invited as per the BCUC guidelines.