Pride Week is a chance to recognize and celebrate the 2SLGBTQ+ community—to acknowledge the progress we’ve made towards equality, and also the work we still have to do. See what our employees are saying about inclusion, allyship and open conversations as we support members of the 2SLGBTQ+ community within NS Power and all across the province. #pride #allyship #hfxpride

Crews in motion! 🌲 We trim trees around our power lines to create up to six meters of clearance. This helps prevent branches from coming into contact with our lines and reduces power outages. Our tree trimming teams work throughout the year and across Nova Scotia. This work is especially important leading up to storms, when high wind can weaken branches. It’s one of the many proactive steps we take to help keep our customers connected. 💪💡

An ice cream from a solar powered trailer tastes extra sweet! 🍦☀️ Happy Cones was dreamed up by grade 9 student, Nicky Nicholson. With the help of her family, Nicky purchased a small aluminum trailer, including a 3000-watt solar power unit to run the equipment. Happy Cones is now serving up treats this summer, and is run by Nicky and her classmates at the Antigonish Market Square; be sure to stop by for a tasty treat this summer! We’re thrilled to lend our support to this innovative and clean energy powered small business. 🙌 #cleanenergy #solarpower

When we replace our infrastructure, our teams focus on strengthening our system, and ensuring new equipment can handle harsh weather. Here crews are replacing an older wood transmission structure with a new structure made of fibreglass. 💪 Thanks to Mike Cassidy, our Field Projects Lead for the shot! 📸 #PoweringNS

Changing the way we generate electricity starts with listening to our customers. It’s about working together and doing the right thing. For Shawn Connell, our Director of Customer Solutions, it’s an opportunity to contribute to a greener future. Shawn and his team have helped launch Nova Scotia’s first solar community garden in Amherst, Nova Scotia, in partnership with local organization, Natural Forces. ☀️ “Our community solar garden will be connected to the electrical grid, distributing clean electricity directly to homes and businesses across the province. It’s exciting to offer customers the benefits of solar power—even if they can’t install solar panels on their roof. By taking action together, we’re building a cleaner, greener Nova Scotia.” #cleanenergy #solarpower

Never a dull moment when you’re in the field with Wayne! Hell’s Gate is our 8.7 megawatt hydroelectric station—part of the Black River hydro system. The story behind the facility’s name dates back to the logging industry in the 1800s. This section of the Black River was difficult to drive logs through, and was named for its sharp turns and waterfalls. Today the generators on the Black River system produce enough electricity to power more than 10,000 homes. #PoweringNS

We’re evolving our electric grid, and building a greener future for our province. With technology like micro-grids, batteries and electric vehicles, we’re shaping that energy future together – and it’s cleaner, reliable and affordable. #smartgrid #cleanenergy #innovation

There’s no shortage of beautiful views for our vegetation management crews and contractors! 🌳 Proactive maintenance is critical when it comes to tree trimming—especially this time of year when everything is in bloom. We work on right-of-way paths to ensure our power lines across the province are clear of trees and brushes. 🌳

Over the last few years, you’ve likely heard the term “net-zero emissions”. And more recently, you may have read about our province’s commitment to addressing climate change. Maybe you’ve even wondered exactly how the net-zero target will impact us here in Nova Scotia. Cutting carbon includes making big changes in how we generate electricity. We asked Mark Sidebottom, our Chief Operating Officer, and lead of our decarbonization strategy, to explain the road ahead for our region. Learn more at the link in our bio. #cleanenergy #climateaction

From our crews in the field, to the teams in our power plants, depots and substations, we work throughout the year to strengthen our electrical system, and to prevent power outages. Learn more about how we’re using new technology and proactive planning to deliver safe and reliable electricity, every day. Link in bio. 💡 #NationalElectricityMonth

Have you ever walked by one of our substations? You might recognize it as the high voltage electrical equipment, like transformers, circuit switches and breakers behind a fenced-in area in your community. 💡 There’s at least one substation in every community in Nova Scotia—and they play an important role in delivering electricity to your home. You can learn all about what goes on at your local substation on our blog. Link in bio. 💡 #NationalElectricityMonth

Transitioning to clean energy is our priority and our commitment to you. Since 2005, we’ve cut carbon by 34% and we’re not stopping there. We’re on track to reach 60% clean energy by 2022. Learn more at the link in our bio. #NationalElectricityMonth #cleanenergy