October 17, 2025
From boats on the water to boots on the ground, our team spent the summer exploring the Peace River to guide the Project’s next steps.
Energy Alberta carried out important field studies in July and August as part of the early planning work for the proposed Peace River Nuclear Power Project. These studies are a critical step in ensuring the Project is developed safely, responsibly and with respect for the local environment and communities.
Why Water Matters
Nuclear power plants require a reliable source of water for cooling and operational safety. Identifying the right locations for potential water intake systems is essential - not just for plant efficiency, but also to ensure minimal impact on the river, surrounding ecosystems and nearby land use.
That’s why these early studies are so important: they help narrow down potential sites and guide the technical and environmental assessments to come.
On the River: Summer Field Work
The Project team, together with Indigenous representatives, explored sections of the Peace River by boat and on foot to better understand the landscape, incorporate Indigenous knowledge and plan for long-term protection of the river.
These field visits gave engineers, scientists and environmental specialists the chance to collect data related to:
By seeing the sites firsthand, the team was able to combine technical data with on-the-ground observations - ensuring that any future decisions are based on a clear understanding of local conditions.
What Comes Next
The insights gathered from this summer’s fieldwork will now be analyzed by technical and environmental experts. These results will feed into more detailed studies and environmental assessments in the months ahead and help inform our process to apply to the Government of Alberta for a water licence under the Water Act.
This is just one piece of the broader planning process - a process designed to ensure the Project meets the highest standards of safety and environmental stewardship.
