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Victoria Abandons Shore Power Plan Amid Soaring Costs

10/28/2025

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The Greater Victoria Harbour Authority abandoned shore power plans at Ogden Point due to rising costs, despite $31.5 million in funding.
The estimated cost climbed from $25 million to nearly $100 million, making the project financially unfeasible.
The plan would have let cruise ships plug into clean electricity and reduce greenhouse gas emissions.
Local residents expressed disappointment as oil-fired generators continue to pollute the area.

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The Greater Victoria Harbour Authority abandoned shore power plans at Ogden Point due to rising costs, despite $31.5 million in funding.
The estimated cost climbed from $25 million to nearly $100 million, making the project financially unfeasible.
The plan would have let cruise ships plug into clean electricity and reduce greenhouse gas emissions.
Local residents expressed disappointment as oil-fired generators continue to pollute the area.