- EverWind Fuels received approval for a transmission line to power its green hydrogen facility in Nova Scotia, Canada.
- The project will create jobs, drive $40 million in investment, and support new wind farm developments.
EverWind Fuels, Canada’s leading developer of green hydrogen and ammonia projects, has received Environmental Assessment Approval from the Nova Scotia Department of Environment and Climate Change for the overhead transmission line crossing the Strait of Canso.
This infrastructure will transport clean, renewable electricity from EverWind’s Phase 2 onshore Wind Farms in Guysborough and St. Mary’s municipalities to the Point Tupper facility in Richmond County, powering Canada’s first industrial-scale green hydrogen and ammonia project.
This approval marks a significant milestone for EverWind and strengthens Nova Scotia’s clean energy economy. The transmission line is a key element in EverWind’s green fuels vision, facilitating large-scale renewable energy generation and supporting the decarbonisation of heavy industry through green hydrogen and ammonia.
Paul Long, Warden of the Municipality of the District of Guysborough, stated, “This clears the path for our Phase 2 wind projects in Guysborough and brings us closer to delivering clean energy to global markets while creating good jobs and long-term benefits to Nova Scotians.”
With the transmission infrastructure approved, EverWind will soon register its Phase 2 Wind Farms for Environmental Assessment. Wind Farm 1 will undergo assessment this summer, followed by Wind Farms 2 and 3 in 2025 and 2026, respectively. These wind farms will supply renewable energy to EverWind’s Point Tupper facility, enabling the production of green hydrogen and ammonia for export and domestic use.
The project will significantly impact the economy. Construction of the transmission line will create approximately 50 jobs over six months, with long-term local positions in operations and maintenance.
The project will also generate indirect employment by increasing demand for local services like hospitality, food, and retail. Throughout all phases, it is expected to contribute around $40 million in investments to Nova Scotia.
Furthermore, EverWind remains committed to community engagement. It plans to return to the community soon to present a revised layout for Wind Farm 1 based on feedback and field studies. In addition, the company is collaborating with schools in Guysborough on a student-led naming contest for Wind Farm 1, involving local youth in developing renewable energy.
Mark Stewart, Everwind’s Director of Engagement, expressed gratitude for the support from local leaders and communities, “We’re excited to reach this milestone for the Strait Crossing Transmission Line and look forward to continuing the important conversations that help shape our projects. Community input remains at the heart of everything we do.”
EverWind Fuels, headquartered in Nova Scotia, is developing North America’s first large-scale green hydrogen and ammonia production facility. The company is committed to building a clean, secure energy future that benefits local communities and supports Canada’s leadership in the global energy transition.