Western Canada needs a clean, reliable, long-term power source. Reliable electricity isn’t something we notice - until it’s gone. Canada is in a period of rapid change, with population growth, electrification and new industries all driving higher energy use. By 2050, Canada could need more than twice as much electricity as it does today. At the same time, governments have committed to achieving a net-zero electricity grid by 2050.
Meeting both goals will require dependable, large-scale and low-emission electricity that can support communities and industry in Alberta and beyond.
Nuclear energy offers a proven solution.
As the first project of its kind in Western Canada, the Peace River Nuclear Power Project would introduce a new source of around-the-clock, baseload power - strengthening energy security and supporting a more resilient electricity system.
The Project is strategically located to support some of the fastest-growing areas of energy and industrial development in Western Canada and could also enable new transmission connections.
The Project could support growth and decarbonization by delivering clean power to key industries such as LNG, critical minerals and infrastructure development.
Nuclear provides electricity 24/7 - regardless of the weather or time of year. It’s one of the only proven, scalable, low-emission sources capable of delivering large amounts of power continuously.
That’s why the federal government has pledged to triple Canada’s nuclear capacity to help meet its target of net-zero emissions by 2050.
Renewables like wind and solar are important, but they depend on weather and time of day, meaning they can’t always produce electricity when it’s needed most. With coal no longer used for electricity generation in Alberta, reliable, always-available power is more important than ever.
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Energy Alberta recognizes the importance of engaging early and often to understand the unique interests of communities.
Together, we can create a made-in-Alberta solution to secure long-term energy stability, while keeping the safety of people and the environment top of mind.
Our news and updates section is your go-to source for the latest happenings, announcements and stories about Energy Alberta. Explore how we’re working to transform energy production in the province.
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September 30 is a day to remember, reflect and listen. On National Day for Truth and Reconciliation, we recognize the lasting impacts of the residential school system and encourage our team and community to make space for Indigenous voices, stories and experiences. It is also an opportunity to consider what reconciliation means in the places where we live and work - not only today, but throughout the year.
On September 27, people around the world will mark World Rivers Day - an opportunity to recognize the extraordinary value of rivers and the importance of protecting them for the future. For Energy Alberta, it’s also an opportunity to celebrate a river that is central to the region where we are planning the Peace River Nuclear Power Project.
When people think about nuclear energy, one of the first questions they often ask is: How much does it cost? It's an important question - but it's also one that deserves a broader conversation. Like any major infrastructure project, the value of nuclear energy isn't measured by upfront capital costs alone. It's measured over decades of reliable electricity generation, long-term economic benefits and the lasting impact it can have on communities, workers and businesses.
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