NB Power RSS2016http://www.nbpower.com/blog/en/Wed, 14 Jan 2026 15:30:00 GMTWed, 14 Jan 2026 15:30:00 GMThttp://www.nbpower.com/blog/en/posts/2026/january/energy-security-for-new-brunswickers/We all know the feeling when an unplanned power outage occurs. First you might see a light flicker in your house. Then, maybe a second blip. http://www.nbpower.com/blog/en/posts/2026/january/energy-security-for-new-brunswickers/http://www.nbpower.com/blog/en/posts/2026/january/energy-security-for-new-brunswickers/Wed, 14 Jan 2026 15:30:00 GMThttp://www.nbpower.com/blog/en/posts/2025/august/nb-power-reaches-300-000-smart-meters-installed/NB Power has reached a major milestone in our grid modernization journey—with over 300,000 smart meters installed on homes and businesses across the province. http://www.nbpower.com/blog/en/posts/2025/august/nb-power-reaches-300-000-smart-meters-installed/http://www.nbpower.com/blog/en/posts/2025/august/nb-power-reaches-300-000-smart-meters-installed/Thu, 21 Aug 2025 08:41:02 GMThttp://www.nbpower.com/blog/en/posts/2025/august/wildfire-and-extreme-heat-an-update-on-our-response/With active wildfires in parts of New Brunswick, we’re working closely with emergency management partners to help protect communities and the grid during this unprecedented weather. http://www.nbpower.com/blog/en/posts/2025/august/wildfire-and-extreme-heat-an-update-on-our-response/http://www.nbpower.com/blog/en/posts/2025/august/wildfire-and-extreme-heat-an-update-on-our-response/Tue, 12 Aug 2025 14:04:55 GMThttp://www.nbpower.com/blog/en/posts/2025/february/update-on-billing-and-metering-systems-assessment-for-residential-customers/At NB Power, we understand the importance of providing our customers with accurate and transparent information regarding their bills. http://www.nbpower.com/blog/en/posts/2025/february/update-on-billing-and-metering-systems-assessment-for-residential-customers/http://www.nbpower.com/blog/en/posts/2025/february/update-on-billing-and-metering-systems-assessment-for-residential-customers/Wed, 26 Feb 2025 21:49:28 GMTNB Powerhttp://www.nbpower.com/blog/en/posts/2024/december/tips-to-stay-safe-this-holiday-season/Put safety first this holiday season! Decorations add to the festive spirit of the season but can also increase the risk of fire and injury if not used properly. http://www.nbpower.com/blog/en/posts/2024/december/tips-to-stay-safe-this-holiday-season/http://www.nbpower.com/blog/en/posts/2024/december/tips-to-stay-safe-this-holiday-season/Tue, 17 Dec 2024 11:30:38 GMThttp://www.nbpower.com/blog/en/posts/2024/march/new-power-rates-for-new-brunswickers/Changes are coming regarding your power rates starting April 1st. We have important news to share about the changes approved by the New Brunswick Energy and Utilities Board (EUB), the independent regulator.http://www.nbpower.com/blog/en/posts/2024/march/new-power-rates-for-new-brunswickers/http://www.nbpower.com/blog/en/posts/2024/march/new-power-rates-for-new-brunswickers/Thu, 28 Mar 2024 14:50:49 GMThttp://www.nbpower.com/blog/en/posts/2024/february/rate-increase-needed-to-help-prepare-new-brunswick-grid-for-the-future/Skyrocketing housing prices, astronomically high-priced items on grocery store shelves and ever-increasing pain at the pumps: it’s no secret that New Brunswickers are facing higher prices on their everyday needs. http://www.nbpower.com/blog/en/posts/2024/february/rate-increase-needed-to-help-prepare-new-brunswick-grid-for-the-future/http://www.nbpower.com/blog/en/posts/2024/february/rate-increase-needed-to-help-prepare-new-brunswick-grid-for-the-future/Tue, 20 Feb 2024 11:02:57 GMThttp://www.nbpower.com/blog/en/posts/2023/june/the-2023-energizing-efficiency-conference-was-a-phenomenal-success/On May 24 and 25, 2023, we hosted our fourth annual Energizing Efficiency Conference. The Conference surpassed our goals from last year, making it a resounding success. http://www.nbpower.com/blog/en/posts/2023/june/the-2023-energizing-efficiency-conference-was-a-phenomenal-success/http://www.nbpower.com/blog/en/posts/2023/june/the-2023-energizing-efficiency-conference-was-a-phenomenal-success/Wed, 28 Jun 2023 13:00:00 GMThttp://www.nbpower.com/blog/en/posts/2023/april/statement-regarding-oromocto-incident/As a company that is committed to the safety of every employee and every member of the public, we are deeply troubled by the images that have appeared on social media showing an NB Power vehicle pushing a person involved in the Public Service Alliance of Canada strike in Oromocto today. http://www.nbpower.com/blog/en/posts/2023/april/statement-regarding-oromocto-incident/http://www.nbpower.com/blog/en/posts/2023/april/statement-regarding-oromocto-incident/Sat, 29 Apr 2023 10:56:57 GMThttp://www.nbpower.com/blog/en/posts/2023/february/help-manage-your-energy-on-these-extremely-cold-days/We all know how quickly the weather in New Brunswick can change and this year is no different. Over the last few weeks, we’ve had snow, rain, freezing rain and now we are experiencing some very frigid temperatures.http://www.nbpower.com/blog/en/posts/2023/february/help-manage-your-energy-on-these-extremely-cold-days/http://www.nbpower.com/blog/en/posts/2023/february/help-manage-your-energy-on-these-extremely-cold-days/Thu, 02 Feb 2023 15:30:00 GMThttp://www.nbpower.com/blog/en/posts/2022/december/tiny-homes-big-community/Over the past few years, tiny homes have become a popular housing solution around the world. With their lower costs and smaller footprint, these structures are helping to reshape communities.http://www.nbpower.com/blog/en/posts/2022/december/tiny-homes-big-community/http://www.nbpower.com/blog/en/posts/2022/december/tiny-homes-big-community/Wed, 21 Dec 2022 11:30:00 GMThttp://www.nbpower.com/blog/en/posts/2022/september/saying-farewell-to-our-osprey-friends/It’s nearing the end of the summer, which means it’s time for many species of birds to make their flight to sunnier skies, including the osprey. http://www.nbpower.com/blog/en/posts/2022/september/saying-farewell-to-our-osprey-friends/http://www.nbpower.com/blog/en/posts/2022/september/saying-farewell-to-our-osprey-friends/Thu, 15 Sep 2022 08:30:16 GMThttp://www.nbpower.com/blog/en/posts/2022/september/efficiency-employee-recognized-for-leadership/Diane Spencer, NB Power’s Residential Energy Efficiency Lead, has received the Canadian Home Builders’ Association’s (CHBA) biggest accolade: its Hall of Honour Award. http://www.nbpower.com/blog/en/posts/2022/september/efficiency-employee-recognized-for-leadership/http://www.nbpower.com/blog/en/posts/2022/september/efficiency-employee-recognized-for-leadership/Fri, 09 Sep 2022 12:43:24 GMThttp://www.nbpower.com/blog/en/posts/2022/august/new-brunswickers-energized-by-evs/Earlier this summer, we partnered with Plug’n Drive to give New Brunswickers a chance to take an electric vehicle (EV) for a spin.http://www.nbpower.com/blog/en/posts/2022/august/new-brunswickers-energized-by-evs/http://www.nbpower.com/blog/en/posts/2022/august/new-brunswickers-energized-by-evs/Fri, 12 Aug 2022 08:30:21 GMThttp://www.nbpower.com/blog/en/posts/2022/june/indigenous-employee-shares-her-talent-with-new-brunswickers/What started as curiosity about traditional First Nations drumming and singing has led Krista Paul to adventures she never expected. http://www.nbpower.com/blog/en/posts/2022/june/indigenous-employee-shares-her-talent-with-new-brunswickers/http://www.nbpower.com/blog/en/posts/2022/june/indigenous-employee-shares-her-talent-with-new-brunswickers/Tue, 21 Jun 2022 10:02:07 GMThttp://www.nbpower.com/blog/en/posts/2022/june/three-takeaways-from-the-2022-energizing-efficiency-conference/NB Power’s Energizing Efficiency Conference made a strong comeback last week, after a three-year hiatus due to pandemic restrictions.http://www.nbpower.com/blog/en/posts/2022/june/three-takeaways-from-the-2022-energizing-efficiency-conference/http://www.nbpower.com/blog/en/posts/2022/june/three-takeaways-from-the-2022-energizing-efficiency-conference/Fri, 17 Jun 2022 10:03:28 GMThttp://www.nbpower.com/blog/en/posts/2022/january/new-brunswickers-take-action-to-help-beat-the-peak/With extremely cold temperatures across the province last week, we asked everyone to reduce their energy consumption to help New Brunswick Beat the Peak.http://www.nbpower.com/blog/en/posts/2022/january/new-brunswickers-take-action-to-help-beat-the-peak/http://www.nbpower.com/blog/en/posts/2022/january/new-brunswickers-take-action-to-help-beat-the-peak/Fri, 21 Jan 2022 10:19:06 GMThttp://www.nbpower.com/blog/en/posts/2021/december/recognizing-jennifer-lennox-leadership-in-the-nuclear-industry/This fall, Jennifer Lennox was named Chief Nuclear Engineer at the Point Lepreau Nuclear Generating Station, making her the first female Chief Nuclear Engineer for an operating utility in Canadian nuclear industry history. http://www.nbpower.com/blog/en/posts/2021/december/recognizing-jennifer-lennox-leadership-in-the-nuclear-industry/http://www.nbpower.com/blog/en/posts/2021/december/recognizing-jennifer-lennox-leadership-in-the-nuclear-industry/Wed, 15 Dec 2021 12:07:57 GMThttp://www.nbpower.com/blog/en/posts/2021/november/bears-thriving-a-decade-after-rescue-by-nb-power-employees/Lucy and Desi live a pretty comfortable life at the Magnetic Hill Zoo in Moncton. The black bear siblings have a great enclosure and a steady source of food served to them daily. Like the other animals at the zoo, they receive great care from a dedicated team of professionals.http://www.nbpower.com/blog/en/posts/2021/november/bears-thriving-a-decade-after-rescue-by-nb-power-employees/http://www.nbpower.com/blog/en/posts/2021/november/bears-thriving-a-decade-after-rescue-by-nb-power-employees/Wed, 24 Nov 2021 11:06:08 GMThttp://www.nbpower.com/blog/en/posts/2021/november/co-op-placements-a-win-win/For Massan Dopegno, NB Power is an opportunity to put what she’s learning at Université De Moncton (U de M) into action. The third-year Computer Science student started her first eight-month Co-op term with our Digital Technology team on May 3, 2021.http://www.nbpower.com/blog/en/posts/2021/november/co-op-placements-a-win-win/http://www.nbpower.com/blog/en/posts/2021/november/co-op-placements-a-win-win/Wed, 17 Nov 2021 11:25:49 GMThttp://www.nbpower.com/blog/en/posts/2021/september/national-tradesperson-day/The third Friday of September is recognized as National Tradesperson Day to celebrate the important contributions of skilled trades workers across the country.http://www.nbpower.com/blog/en/posts/2021/september/national-tradesperson-day/http://www.nbpower.com/blog/en/posts/2021/september/national-tradesperson-day/Fri, 17 Sep 2021 13:21:01 GMThttp://www.nbpower.com/blog/en/posts/2021/july/national-lineworker-appreciation-day/Did you know that July 10 is National Lineworker Appreciation Day? In 2019, utilities and organizations across Canada united in celebration for the first-ever Lineworker Appreciation Day. http://www.nbpower.com/blog/en/posts/2021/july/national-lineworker-appreciation-day/http://www.nbpower.com/blog/en/posts/2021/july/national-lineworker-appreciation-day/Fri, 09 Jul 2021 10:00:21 GMThttp://www.nbpower.com/blog/en/posts/2021/may/be-smart-and-safe-this-long-weekend/For many New Brunswickers, the Victoria Day weekend means it’s time to enjoy the outdoors and finally tackle the long checklist of things to do around the house, yard or cottage. http://www.nbpower.com/blog/en/posts/2021/may/be-smart-and-safe-this-long-weekend/http://www.nbpower.com/blog/en/posts/2021/may/be-smart-and-safe-this-long-weekend/Wed, 19 May 2021 10:00:40 GMThttp://www.nbpower.com/blog/en/posts/2021/march/behind-the-scenes-of-power-restoration-how-we-work-on-continuously-getting-better/We know how difficult it can be when your power is out. That’s why we continue to look at ways to improve our processes so we can be there for our customers when they need us the most.http://www.nbpower.com/blog/en/posts/2021/march/behind-the-scenes-of-power-restoration-how-we-work-on-continuously-getting-better/http://www.nbpower.com/blog/en/posts/2021/march/behind-the-scenes-of-power-restoration-how-we-work-on-continuously-getting-better/Mon, 29 Mar 2021 10:00:11 GMThttp://www.nbpower.com/blog/en/posts/2021/march/safe-access-to-your-meter-benefits-everyone/The best part of Geoff Cowan’s job is getting to spend time outside in his community. Geoff is a Lead Meter Reader for the Moncton area. He leads a team of employees who take readings of energy consumption on meters as well as installing new meters and doing service and inspections. http://www.nbpower.com/blog/en/posts/2021/march/safe-access-to-your-meter-benefits-everyone/http://www.nbpower.com/blog/en/posts/2021/march/safe-access-to-your-meter-benefits-everyone/Mon, 22 Mar 2021 09:15:14 GMT