Evolugen, the Canadian operating business of Brookfield Renewable, and Gazifère Inc., an Enbridge company, announced one of Canada’s largest green hydrogen projects for injection into a natural gas distribution network in Quebec.
The Quebec-based companies, as part of a collaboration formed to advance the development and use of green hydrogen, announced plans to build and operate an approximately 20 MW water electrolysis hydrogen production plant in the Outaouais region.
The facility will result in significant reductions of greenhouse gas (GHG) emissions and generate considerable benefits regionally, provincially, and nationally. The companies unveiled details of the ambitious project at the annual symposium of Quebec’s renewable energy production association (AQPER).
The plant will be built in the Masson sector of the City of Gatineau, adjacent to Evolugen’s hydroelectric facilities, which will power the electrolyzer. An estimated capacity of approximately 425,000 GJ of green hydrogen will be produced for injection into Gazifère’s natural gas distribution network, making this the first project of its kind in Canada.
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The project will remove approximately 15,000 metric tons in GHG emissions per year, in addition to generating significant local economic benefits, including new jobs and additional property tax revenue.
This innovative project represents the first phase in the creation of a regional green economy ecosystem centered around the production, distribution, and use of green hydrogen. With ongoing support from the municipal, provincial, and federal governments, Evolugen and Gazifère are well positioned to leverage numerous strategic assets, including access to natural resources and the expertise of the local workforce.
The two companies are working together to develop the Outaouais region and put Quebec and Canada at the forefront of the movement to economically reduce GHG emissions.
Josée Guibord, Evolugen CEO:
As an experienced renewable energy generation developer, owner and operator, Evolugen sees green hydrogen as a natural progression and fit in its portfolio of clean energy solutions.
“This project aligns with and furthers Evolugen’s objectives to put its capital, expertise and resources to work to support governments, businesses and communities in reaching their energy transition and decarbonization goals.”
Cynthia Hansen, Executive Vice President & President, Gas Distribution & Storage, Enbridge
Green hydrogen can play a major role in Quebec’s energy transition by offering a sustainable, low-carbon energy solution.
“With the production, transportation and distribution of green hydrogen, Gazifère has the ambition to provide its customers with an increasingly diversified portfolio of renewable natural gas options. This is another important example of Enbridge’s multi-market approach to green the natural gas grid while continuing to meet the demand for safe, reliable and affordable energy.”
The Honourable Seamus O’Regan Jr., Canada’s Minister of Natural Resources
Hydrogen’s time has come. It will lower our emissions and create jobs. Projects like this will get us to net zero.
Stéphane Lauzon, Parliamentary Secretary to the Minister of Seniors and Member of Parliament for Argenteuil–La Petite-Nation:
Clean hydrogen presents Canada with an opportunity to leverage our resources and world-leading clean tech sector to drive innovation on transformative technologies and reduce polluting emissions. Evolugen and Gazifère stand out and excel in this field.
– Jonatan Julien, Minister of Energy and Natural Resources, Minister responsible for the Côte-Nord region:
Hydrogen is seen as a solution to tackle the various energy transition challenges and Quebec has undoubtedly a significant potential in this new sector.
“We are fortunate to be able to produce green hydrogen thanks to hydroelectricity, which is a renewable energy available at a very competitive cost. In this context, Evolugen’s project is a concrete example that demonstrates all the potential associated with the production of green hydrogen in Quebec.”
Benoit Charette, Minister of the Environment and the Fight Against Climate Change:
Green hydrogen is one of the most promising energy sources to decarbonize Quebec’s economy.
“Furthermore, thanks to its hydroelectricity, Quebec is very well positioned to become a leader in this field. As a government, our role is to create a supportive economic environment for innovative companies like Evolugen and Gazifère. This is why we have set aside funds within the 2030 Plan for a Green Economy to support green hydrogen sector development.”
Mathieu Lacombe, Member for Papineau, Minister of Families and Minister responsible for the Outaouais region:
I am very proud of this hydrogen injection project achievement here in our region, Papineau.
“There is a clear need to support the energy transition to reduce our dependence on fossil fuels. This project is an ideal opportunity to diversify the Outaouais economy.”
Maxime Pedneaud-Jobin, Gatineau mayor
‘We must combat the impact of climate change on our population and infrastructure by showing leadership in energy transition, prioritizing both the development and use of renewable energy.
“Which is why we are proud to support Evolugen and Gazifère’s innovative project which will contribute to the fight against climate change while generating important economic benefits for our region, including job creation in this new sector.”
Benoît Delage, Executive Director, CREDDO:
CREDDO is proud to join forces with Gazifère and Evolugen to help make this sustainable energy project a success.
“Renewable natural gas and green hydrogen have enormous potential to fuel a green, inclusive, and successful economic recovery. That’s why CREDDO is putting its expertise to work and rallying the community’s key stakeholders around this innovative project, which will give Outaouais a seat at the energy transition table.”
Evolugen and Gazifère announce one of Canada’s largest green hydrogen injection projects to be located in Quebec, Feb 25, 2021
