Is Hydro cheaper at night?

So, is electricity cheaper at night time? In most cases, yes, including weekends. The price difference is so significant that it can get more than two times higher from off-peak hours to peak hours.

Is electricity cheaper at night BC?

Electricity (produced from renewable sources) is the cleanest form of heating. For example, cheaper rates in the evening or the night (where demand is low) would encourage people to charge their electrical vehicles then (instead of during the day).

Does BC Hydro have time of use rates?

The HLH period is defined as the hours from 06:00 to 22:00 Monday to Saturday, except for BC Statutory Holidays. For now, BC Hydro has included this as a possible rate option on a mandatory basis under the default rate or under an optional TOU rate.

Why should you not wash clothes at night?

Try washing before 4 p.m. or after 7 p.m. – Many energy companies charge extra for electricity during their “peak hours,” which see increased energy usage. Winter weather drives demand for electricity earlier in the morning, so wash your clothes late at night.

Why is it cheaper to wash at night?

Think of it like this: You can always save money by doing your wash during nonpeak energy times because electricity rates are lower during low-usage times. So, you save a bundle by washing and drying clothes on winter evenings, when electricity usage is at a low level and rates are much lower.