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BC Hydro reports $1 million damage from EV charger cable thefts
BC Hydro has confirmed that over the past 10 months there have been 44 thefts of fast charger cables at 22 charging stations in British Columbia, causing approximately $1 million in equipment replacement costs. Thieves cut cables containing copper, whose scrap value is low compared to replacement costs and user disruption. Fast charging cables are especially targeted due to their higher copper content compared to Level 2 cables. BC Hydro is enhancing security by installing cameras, improving lighting, adding protective cable coverings, and working with local police to investigate and prevent f
- 44 cable thefts at 22 charging sites since October 2025
- $1 million estimated damage in equipment replacement
- Fast charger cables contain more copper than Level 2 cables
🔎 Why it matters: The 44 cable theft incidents at fast charging stations impact EV infrastructure and cause significant replacement costs for BC Hydro.
📈 Upside: BC Hydro has implemented targeted security upgrades to protect fast charger cables.
📉 Risk: The low scrap value of copper does not deter thieves, potentially continuing to affect station availability.
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