EverWind Newsletter: May Update
Dear EverWind Fuels Community
As we welcome a new month, we’re reflecting on EverWind’s significant achievements in April. We hope you find this recap both insightful and valuable as we highlight the progress made and look forward to the opportunities that lie ahead. Check out some of our April highlights:
1. EverWind’s successful completion of FEED engineering
Last month we announced EverWind’s successful completion of Front-End Engineering Design (FEED) for our green hydrogen and green ammonia project in Point Tupper, Nova Scotia.
After over 110,000 hours of engineering with Black & Veatch , this is both a major milestone for our project and the first announced completion of FEED for a large-scale green hydrogen and green ammonia production facility in North America.
We were joined by the Honourable Jonathan Wilkinson , Canada’s Minister of Energy and Natural Resources, and the Honourable Tory Rushton , Nova Scotia’s Minister of Natural Resources and Renewables, at an event in Halifax to celebrate this exciting accomplishment. The completion of FEED engineering marks an important step towards developing a green fuels hub in Atlantic Canada, and we’re excited about the job opportunities and environmental benefits it will bring.
As Trent Vichie, CEO and founder of EverWind, said:
“We are thrilled to be among the first globally to have completed FEED engineering for our green hydrogen and green ammonia production facility. We are committed to driving decarbonization globally and here in Nova Scotia. We’re confident that EverWind’s Point Tupper project will produce the greenest, most cost-competitive green hydrogen in North America.”
2. Members of the EverWind team attend Hydrogen 2024 in Amsterdam
In April, members of the EverWind team attended Reuters’ Hydrogen 2024 conference in Amsterdam. At the conference, our Vice President of Corporate Development, Matt Borys , spoke about how EverWind is leading the green hydrogen movement in North America.
EverWind was proud to be a Diamond Sponsor for Hydrogen 2024. We’ve entered an exciting time for the hydrogen economy and this event was a great opportunity to meet with other organizations leading the charge.
Interested in finding out more? Listen to Matt’s full interview with Reuters Events Renewables .
3. Connecting Mi’kmaq to Opportunity event in Membertou
At EverWind, we’re dedicated to economic reconciliation and are proud to partner with three First Nations in Nova Scotia. We recently had the pleasure of attending the Connecting Mi’kmaq to Opportunity event. Hosted by The Mi’kmaq Rights Initiative Benefits Department and the Mi’kmaw Economic Benefits Office in Membertou, this two-day event allowed us to connect with community members and share key insights about our project.
A heartfelt thank you to The Mi’kmaq Rights Initiative Benefits Department and the Mi’kmaw Economic Benefits Office for orchestrating such a great event. We look forward to future collaborations and continued engagement within the community.
4. Strait Area Chamber of Commerce VISION 2024: Business Update & Trade Fair
On April 11, our Director of Public Affairs, Adam Langer , was a panelist at the Strait Area Chamber of Commerce event – VISION 2024: Business Update & Trade Fair – held at the Port Hawkesbury Civic Centre.
This event brought together attendees from across Nova Scotia who share a common goal of fostering a sustainable future. It was inspiring to see the diverse range of ideas exchanged, and we’re excited to continue exploring how renewable energy can drive sustainable development and economic growth across the region.
5. EverWind’s Vice President, Power takes part in Smart Energy Halifax conference
Our Vice President, Power, Brendan Chard, CFA was a panelist at the Smart Energy | Halifax conference on April 15th. He discussed how hydrogen can complement wind, solar, and hydro as a key driver towards achieving net-zero, and how EverWind is leading the charge in Atlantic Canada. Thanks Smart Energy for inviting us to take part in such an inspiring event!
6. EverWind launches Green Hydrogen Education Challenge for high school students
In case you missed it, we launched our EverWind Fuels Green Hydrogen Education Challenge for high school students!
Open to high school students in Nova Scotia and Newfoundland and Labrador, entrants must create a 5-minute video explaining green hydrogen, its benefits, and why Atlantic Canada is ideal for its production. The top three videos will win a prize:
Key Dates
To enter, upload your video to YouTube or Vimeo, submit the link through our contest portal, and share your entry on social media using the hashtag #EWFGreenHydrogen.
EverWind and Burin Peninsula: Partners in Sustainability
EverWind remains committed to promoting sustainable development on the Burin Peninsula, and community engagement lies at the heart of our approach.
To date, we have hosted 49 community information sessions, providing residents with comprehensive insights into our proposed project and addressing their inquiries. These sessions are invaluable opportunities for us to listen to community concerns and incorporate local feedback into our project planning.
Our early collaboration with local municipalities, regional service boards, ATV associations, and other relevant groups has helped us shape our project. The guidance and feedback received from these groups have contributed to our planning process, ensuring that our project aligns with community needs and priorities.
We are grateful for the work of the Burin Peninsula Energy Board and the area’s municipal governments for their ongoing support, sharing project information, and facilitating community engagement efforts. Additionally, we greatly appreciate the expertise of our local and provincial partners and contractors in the ongoing installation of our MET towers, which commenced last fall.
Our consultation office in Marystown serves as a hub for community interaction, where residents are encouraged to ask questions, provide feedback, and stay informed about the Burin Peninsula Green Energy Project. Visitors can also access our mapping system to share insights about local crown lands, enriching our understanding of land use patterns beyond government databases.
Through these efforts, we are ensuring you have up-to-date information on the Project and are actively addressing any concerns or issues raised by stakeholders. Your engagement and feedback are vital to us as we work to deliver a sustainable energy solution that benefits both the community and the environment.
Upcoming Events & Announcements:
World Hydrogen Summit 2024
We’re thrilled to announce our participation in this year's upcoming World Hydrogen Summit, hosted in Rotterdam, Netherlands.
Energy NL Conference
Stay tuned for EverWind Fuels participation in Energy NL 's annual Conference & Exhibition, located in St. John’s Newfoundland and Labrador from June 4-6.
Office Hours:
Guysborough:
We encourage you to join us at our Guysborough Office to discuss the Project and have your concerns addressed one on one with a Project representative.
Address:
EverWind Fuels
9996 Highway 16
Guysborough, NS
B0H 1N0
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