2006-07-25
Author: AM 1250/MIX 96 FM News
Manitoba Hydro has seen an increase in summer electricity use.  Hydro set a new summer peak due to the increased use of air conditioners.  Due to heating and lighting costs, winter is still when the most electricity is used.  Spokesperson Jim Peters says Hydro is prepared for usage increases.  According to Peters, another factor for the increase is load growth.  He explains the increase of homes, businesses and industry every year, causes an increase in Hydro use.