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Sujets en rapport avec les technologies propres » énergie géothermique
Phase II: Direct Use of Geothermal Heat in Nova Scotia
August – December 2021
Objectives:
Sujets en rapport avec les technologies propres » énergie éolienne
Access to US Markets (Offshore Wind)
September – November 2021
Nova Scotia’s offshore wind resource has the potential to meet the growing clean energy needs of the Northeastern US.
Sujets en rapport avec les technologies propres » énergie éolienne
Assessing the Economic Impacts of Developing the Port of Sheet Harbour Into an Offshore Wind Hub
February – March 2021
Currently, multiple OSW projects off the Northeast US are under development. The OSW capacity in the US is forecast to grow significantly in the next decade with approximately 11 GW already contracted to be installed over the next years.
Sujets en rapport avec les technologies propres » débouchés économiques
Assessment of Clean Growth Opportunities in Nova Scotia
December 2020 – March 2021
Under the Sustainable Development Goals Act, Nova Scotia has legislated a net-zero greenhouse gas (GHG) emission economy by 2050. To achieve this important milestone a portfolio of decarbonization strategies will be adopted by the private and public sectors.
Sujets en rapport avec les technologies propres » énergie éolienne
Stimulating Offshore Wind Development in Nova Scotia
January – March 2021
To attract offshore wind investment to Nova Scotia, it is important to understand the development in other jurisdictions. If Nova Scotia developed offshore wind in its coastal waters, it would compete for investment against these jurisdictions.
Faits marquants sur l’énergie marémotrice » aspects socio-économiques et utilisations traditionnelles » Strategic Environmental Assessments (SEAs)
Marine Renewable Energy: Background Report To Support a Strategic Environmental Assessment (SEA) for the Cape Breton Coastal Region, inclusive of the Bras D’Or Lakes
June – December 2012
In 2011 following a competitive request for proposal process, OERA commissioned AECOM’s Halifax office to undertake a Strategic Environmental Assessment (SEA) for marine renewable energy in Cape Breton.
Faits marquants sur l’énergie marémotrice » aspects socio-économiques et utilisations traditionnelles » Strategic Environmental Assessments (SEAs)
Cape Breton Tidal Energy Resource Assessment
November 2011 – October 2012
In support of the Strategic Environmental Assessment (SEA) for the Cape Breton Region, inclusive of the Bras d’Or Lakes, Acoustic Doppler Current Profiler (ADCP) units were deployed at Barra Strait, Seal Island Bridge and Carey Point to collect tidal flow information. Potential sites for ti
Faits marquants sur l’énergie marémotrice » aspects socio-économiques et utilisations traditionnelles » Traditional Use
Mi’kmaq Ecological Knowledge Study (Phase 2)
May 2012
A second Mi’kmaq Ecological Knowledge Study was carried out prior to potential marine renewable energy development in the Brier and Long islands area of the Bay of Fundy, including Grand Passage and Petite Passage.
Faits marquants sur l’énergie marémotrice » aspects socio-économiques et utilisations traditionnelles » Socioeconomic Studies
Scoping Study on Socio-Economic Impacts of Tidal Energy Development in Nova Scotia: A Research Synthesis & Priorities for Future Action
November 2011 – January 2012
This scoping study highlights many socio-economic issues related to in-stream tidal energy development and discusses best practices, case studies and tools developed to facilitate positive socio-economic benefits and community development.