Bill Bennett, Minister of Energy and Mines and Minister responsible for Core Review, is directing BC Hydro to release its draft Integrated Resource Plan (IRP) and undertake a final round of consultation with First Nations, key stakeholders and the public.

Powerex has reached an out-of-court settlement to protect British Columbia from a potential $3.2 billion legal liability.

Bill Bennett, Minister of Energy and Mines and Minister Responsible for Core Review, met with local mining workers and the Global and Business Group CEO's of Anglo American plc Mining Group today to celebrate the start of construction of the Roman Mine project in Tumbler Ridge.

Energy and Mines Minister Bill Bennett will be in the Northwest visiting Red Chris Mine, touring the Northwest Transmission Line (NTL) and the Forest Kerr run-of-river power project.

Bill Bennett, Minister of Energy and Mines and Minister Responsible for Core Review, released the Terms of Reference for the Core Review process today with a focus on ensuring the best possible use of government resources and respect for the interests of taxpayers.

Bill Bennett, Minister of Energy and Mines, announced that BC Hydro will offer new options for customers who have put their smart meters on hold.

Teck Resources Limited (Teck) was issued a Mines Act permit amendment for its Quintette coal mine.