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Hydrogen » Socioeconomics
Socioeconomic Impacts of Hydrogen Production in Nova Scotia
October 2022 – April 2023
The objective of this study is to provide the Government of Nova Scotia with the information necessary to further understand the socioeconomic impacts of a large-scale, green hydrogen production facility in Nova Scotia.
Hydrogen » Strategy
Scoping an Atlantic Hydrogen Strategy
February – March 2022
Hydrogen is an energy vector that has the potential to play an important role in Atlantic Canada’s future energy system. While this role was recognized in two studies, Atlantic Canada does not have a hydrogen strategy.
Tidal Energy » Technology
Participation in the Pathway Program through Development of the Platform and Cabling Solution
February 2020 – September 2021
The Pathway Program - Cable & Platform Development / Sensor Integration
Tidal Energy » Technology
Automated post-processing, using machine-learning models; Automated analytical tools (that generate estimates of fish frequency, abundance, and distribution)
April 2020 – May 2021
The Pathway Program - Data Automation: Echosounders
Tidal Energy » Technology
Field Assessment of Multi-beam Imaging Sonar Performance in Surface & Bottom Mount Deployments
March – December 2020
The Pathway Program - Technology Validation: Multibeam (Imaging) Sonars
Tidal Energy » Technology
Improved Analysis of Harbour Porpoise Sounds
May – December 2020
The Pathway Program - Data Automation: Passive Acoustic Monitoring Devices
Hydrogen » Feasibility Studies
Net-Zero Future: A Feasibility Study of Hydrogen Production, Storage, Distribution and Use in The Maritimes
July – October 2020
This study explores hydrogen’s potential contribution to the Maritimes’ sustainable development goals. It also provides a technical and economic assessment of the role that hydrogen could play in the Maritimes’ energy transition.
Tidal Energy » Infrastructure and Best Practices
Valuation Method for Electric Ancillary Services
May – September 2020
The objective of this project is to define a new, enhanced power purchase agreement (PPA) for use by NSPI or an independent procurement administrator when contracting with Independent (e.g., renewable) Power Producers (IPPs).
Tidal Energy » Infrastructure and Best Practices
Value Proposition for Tidal Energy Development in Nova Scotia, Atlantic Canada and Canada
January 2014 – April 2015
This study shows there is substantial potential economic opportunity in building a tidal energy industry in Canada. It indicates that tidal energy could reduce our dependence on fossil fuels and create a new industry offering significant socio-economic benefits.
Tidal Energy » Technology
Observations of Marine Mammals in Petit Passage and Grand Passage, Nova Scotia and Adjacent Waters in the Eastern Bay of Fundy to Assess Species Composition, Distribution, Number and Seasonality.
June – December 2014
This research project implemented a common mobile tool, database, and alert system for recording and acting on marine life sightings, while engaging coastal communities in protection of the marine environment and using crowd-sourcing to collect data for scientific research.