• $1 billion private investment to deliver additional renewable energy in Nova Scotia for EverWind green hydrogen and ammonia production
• Jobs creation with approximately 650 construction and 30 full-time positions in Nova Scotia created from wind farms alone
• Supports 80% Renewable Energy Standard in Nova Scotia in 2030
• New generating capacity in addition to the Province’s recent Rate Base Procurement
• System benefits from EverWind as flexible power user to support Nova Scotia’s grid and renewable energy transition
• Enables development of EverWind’s green hydrogen and ammonia production facility, which unlocks Canada’s preeminent green hydrogen economy

Newly-built wind farms will produce renewable electricity to power EverWind’s green hydrogen and ammonia production, securing Nova Scotia’s green fuels leadership

EverWind Fuels, Canada’s most advanced large-scale green hydrogen project, announced the purchase of three wind farm development projects: Windy Ridge, and in partnership with Membertou, Bear Lake and Kmtnuk, together representing approximately 530MW. The Wind Farms will represent a private investment in new, clean, renewable energy generation in Nova Scotia to power Phase 1 of EverWind’s green hydrogen and ammonia project.

“The global fight against climate change requires us to work together to get long-term investments in clean, renewable energy over the finish line,” said Trent Vichie, CEO of EverWind. “This investment helps Nova Scotia move more quickly and cost-effectively towards its clean energy transition. The power generated at these three new developments will also ensure EverWind’s green hydrogen and ammonia will meet the strictest international standards for green fuels, including European RFNBO criteria. It is a win for our project, a win for the province and, ultimately, a win for the planet.”

“Membertou is proud to partner with EverWind Fuels in the Bear Lake and Kmtnuk wind farm developments. As majority owner, Membertou will inform the development process, and along with our partners, we will work to progress the transition to green energy in Nova Scotia and the world. This development will provide a necessary source of energy, and will create economic benefits for the people of Membertou,” said Chief Terry Paul, Chief & CEO of Membertou., Canada’s most advanced large-scale green hydrogen project, announced the purchase of three wind farm development projects: Windy Ridge, and in partnership with Membertou, Bear Lake and Kmtnuk (together, the “Wind Farms”), together representing approximately 530MW. The Wind Farms will represent a private investment in new, clean, renewable energy generation in Nova Scotia to power Phase 1 of EverWind’s green hydrogen and ammonia project.

Wind Farm and Plant Construction Partnerships

The wind farms will be developed and built in partnership with Renewable Energy Systems Ltd. (RES), the largest private developer of renewable power in the world, having constructed over 23GW of wind farms and currently operating over 12GW of wind. RES has been working with municipalities, corporations, First Nations, and government authorities in Canada since 2003, including extensive work in Nova Scotia.

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“RES is excited to partner with EverWind to deliver these farm developments.” said Peter Clibbon, Senior VP of Development for RES in Canada. “RES brings significant experience in wind farm development, particularly in Nova Scotia. We are pleased with the advanced state of development for the Wind Farms and are excited to take these developments through to commercial operations. Both wind projects are well advanced through the Nova Scotia Power interconnection process and are currently undergoing environmental assessment field investigations to allow for the commencement of a full EA process in Fall of 2023.”

The green hydrogen and ammonia plant will be developed and constructed in partnership with leading engineering, procurement and construction (EPC) company Black & Veatch.

Black & Veatch has completed critical infrastructure projects in more than 100 countries and has more than 10,000 employees across 100 offices worldwide. The company has been working on hydrogen, ammonia, and transmission projects for over 60 years, with experience that includes 100 hydrogen projects and more than 50 recent ammonia projects.

“Our deep experience in the energy transition will allow us to work alongside EverWind’s world-class partners to guide what is expected to be North America’s first large-scale green ammonia production facility forward,” said Ali Assaf, Black & Veatch Vice President and Managing Director. “We are in the final stages of front-end engineering and design (FEED) for the Phase 1 production facility and are progressing all workstreams to deliver on-time and on-budget.”

Wind Farm Benefits

The three new wind projects will increase the total amount of wind-generated electricity on Nova Scotia Power’s grid and bring Nova Scotia Power closer to meeting the provincial mandate of 80% renewable energy sales by 2030.

Any green power in excess of EverWind’s requirements can be made available to Nova Scotia Power for consumption by customers and provide benefits in terms of cost provided by the recently passed Canadian Government Investment Tax Credit for renewable generation.

EverWind’s electricity usage can also provide significant system benefits as the variable hydrogen production allows for flexible usage of renewable power which will support the green transition, particularly given Nova Scotia’s variable seasonal energy demand.