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The Regional District of Central Kootenay (RDCK) will lobby the BC government for equitable wholesale rates for independent hydroelectric producers. This initiative follows a request from Silversmith Power and Light Corporation's manager, Hal Wright, highlighting regulatory challenges threatening local projects.

Area H Director Walter Popoff made the motion, supported by concerns from Slocan's Mayor Jessica Lunn regarding the viability of small power producers. The RDCK's letter will advocate for fairness in rates and regulations affecting decentralized energy systems.