Hydro Ottawa is a trusted leader in sustainability, recognized as one of Canada’s Greenest Employers 2024 and a Sustainable Electricity Leader™ by Electricity Canada. Our environmental management system (EMS), aligned with internationally recognized ISO 14001 standards and audited by an independent third party, further demonstrates our commitment to environmental excellence and operational transparency.
Through our Green Bond Framework, aligned with the International Capital Market Association’s Green Bond Principles, Hydro Ottawa finances projects that drive positive environmental impact. Proceeds are directed to initiatives in clean energy, clean transportation, green buildings, energy efficiency, biodiversity and conservation, and climate change adaptation—aligned with UN Sustainable Development Goals 7, 9, 13, and 15.
Our key investments include:
- Expanding renewable energy through run-of-the-river hydroelectric.
- Construction, development, and operation of new LEED-Gold certified buildings that set high standards for sustainability
- Modernizing distribution infrastructure with smart grids and energy storage systems
- Constructing, operating, and maintaining electricity distribution infrastructure that has low carbon intensity
- Electrifying our vehicle fleet and enhancing climate resilience across our operations
With a clear goal to achieve net-zero operations by 2030, Hydro Ottawa ensures accountability and transparency through the publication of annual allocation and impact reporting, until full allocation of bond proceeds is achieved. Our Second Party Opinion from Sustainalytics independently confirms that the Hydro Ottawa Green Bond Framework is credible and impactful and aligns with the four core components of the Green Bond Principles (2021).
Explore how Hydro Ottawa’s Green Bonds deliver meaningful environmental progress while creating value for investors and communities.
