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From the Ground Up: Choosing the Right Site for a Nuclear Power StationProjectMay 23, 2025

Choosing the right site is essential to ensuring the project's safety and long-term success. Energy Alberta carried out a rigorous, multi-phase evaluation to identify suitable locations.

Let's Build the Future Together: Share Your Thoughts on the Initial Project DescriptionProjectApril 30, 2025

We are excited to announce a major step toward a more sustainable energy future for Alberta — and we want to work with you every step of the way.

Press Release: Energy Alberta Submits Initial Project DescriptionProjectApril 14, 2025

This marks an important first step in the federal Impact Assessment process for the proposed Peace River Nuclear Power Project

Digging Deeper: Laying the Groundwork for Clean, Reliable, Nuclear PowerSustainabilityApril 11, 2025

Energy Alberta is conducting field studies in the Peace River area of Northern Alberta as part of the site evaluation process for our proposed nuclear power project.

Core Conversations: Energy Alberta and Peace River Local & Indigenous Leaders Talk NuclearNuclearMarch 17, 2025

Energy Alberta was proud to participate in the SMR Canada Summit 2025, contributing to a panel discussion on the Peace River Nuclear Power Project.

Business Matters: Project Team Presents to Peace River & District Chamber of CommerceEngagementMarch 17, 2025

In March, Energy Alberta had the opportunity to meet with the Peace River business community to share information about the Peace RiverNuclear Power Project and hear directly from local business leaders.

SustainabilitySafety First: Energy Alberta’s Commitment

Nuclear energy is one of Canada’s safest and cleanest energy sources and is recognized globally as a critical tool in reducing greenhouse gases and fighting climate change. The use of nuclear power in clean energy production is tightly regulated to ensure the highest standards of safety.

NuclearElectricity Is the New Economic Advantage

Not long ago, communities built electricity systems to support economic growth. Today, that relationship is changing. Increasingly, the availability of reliable electricity is determining where businesses invest, where industries grow and where communities thrive. As Alberta's electricity demand continues to rise, having enough dependable power will be critical to supporting the province's long-term prosperity.

by GreenerFuture

NuclearReflections From the Indigenous Ambassador Program at the Canadian Nuclear Association Conference

When President Wendy Goulet, Cadotte Lake Métis Nation, travelled to Ottawa for the recent Canadian Nuclear Association Conference, she wasn’t entirely sure what to expect. “I went there with an open mind and came away with a much bigger understanding of what the nuclear industry actually looks like,” she reflected afterward.

by GreenerFuture

NuclearBuilding Canada's Nuclear Future: Key Takeaways from the 45th Annual CNS Conference

“This is not about what each province is building. We must look at this as a nation.” That message from Energy Alberta’s Head of Power System Integration, Mike Law, set the tone for discussions on the future of Nuclear Energy during the opening panel of the 45th Annual Canadian Nuclear Society (CNS) Conference in Calgary.

by GreenerFuture

NuclearAlberta’s Next Big Build: Why Nuclear Matters Now

Alberta is ready to lead in a new energy era - but only action will get us there. Nuclear power is no longer a distant idea for Western Canada. It is a real, viable solution gaining momentum at exactly the moment our economy, population and power demand are accelerating. The question is no longer whether nuclear belongs in Alberta’s future. It’s whether we will move fast enough to capture the opportunity in front of us.

by GreenerFuture

NuclearPower and Purpose: Canada’s Nuclear Industry Comes Together to Shape the Future

As Canada faces rising electricity demand, increasing pressure to reduce emissions and a growing need for long-term energy security, the country’s nuclear industry is stepping into a defining moment. That momentum was on full display at the Canadian Nuclear Association’s 2026 Conference - Power and Purpose.

by GreenerFuture

NuclearBeyond the Grid: How Nuclear Plants Support Modern Medicine

When people think about nuclear energy, electricity generation usually comes to mind first. And for good reason - nuclear power provides clean, reliable electricity around the clock. But in Canada, nuclear technology has also played a quieter, yet profoundly important role for decades: supporting modern medicine.

by GreenerFuture

ProjectFueling the Future: Developing the Next Generation of Energy Leaders

Building Western Canada’s energy future requires more than infrastructure - it requires investing in people. The Peace River Nuclear Power Project is designed to help power Alberta for generations to come, providing reliable, low-emission electricity for decades while also creating new career opportunities.

by GreenerFuture

ProjectWhat Proposed Federal Review Changes Could Mean for the Peace River Nuclear Power Project

On May 8, 2026, the government of Canada announced the launch of a discussion paper to engage Canadians on proposed reforms aimed at creating a simpler, more coordinated process for major projects. The goal is to make it clear that major projects can be built efficiently in Canada, while maintaining strong environmental protections and respecting the rights of Indigenous Peoples.

by GreenerFuture

ProjectField Studies Underway in the Peace Region: What to Expect This Season

This spring and summer, Energy Alberta is carrying out a series of environmental field studies to support planning for the proposed Peace River Nuclear Power Project. These studies are an important step in understanding the local environment and gathering the information needed to plan responsibly.

by GreenerFuture

ProjectGeotechnical Drilling in the Peace Region: What We’re Studying

This winter and spring, Energy Alberta carried out environmental field studies to support planning for the proposed Peace River Nuclear Power Project. One of the key activities completed was a geotechnical drilling program - an important step in understanding the ground conditions at potential project sites.

by GreenerFuture

ProjectWorkforce and Procurement Insights from Mary French

Mary French brings a people-first approach to building opportunity - bringing together communities, workforce and industry in meaningful ways. She is Energy Alberta’s Lead for Employment, Training and Procurement, where she is focused on helping local workers and businesses prepare for future opportunities through early engagement, workforce development and procurement planning.

by GreenerFuture

ProjectAdvancing to the Next Phase: Impact Assessment Begins for the Peace River Nuclear Power Project

Energy Alberta has reached an important milestone in the development of the proposed Peace River Nuclear Power Project, as the Project moves into the next phase of Canada’s federal regulatory process with the commencement of an Impact Assessme

by GreenerFuture

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