The Government of Canada has awarded up to CAD$22.5 million (approximately US$16.2 million) to EverWind Fuels , a Halifax-based company and a leader in the production of green fuels in North America.
Canadian support for green ammonia project
This funding is part of the Green Maritime Corridors Program and will support the development of the infrastructure needed to supply green ammonia as a maritime fuel, furthering Canada’s commitment to reducing emissions in the maritime transportation sector.
The funding will enable EverWind Fuels to build a dedicated loading extension to supply ships with green ammonia and a pipeline to transport this fuel from the production facility in Point Tupper to the shipping terminal.
Additionally, three tugboats will be acquired and improvements will be made to the dock to facilitate safe and efficient loading and unloading of vessels. The Point Tupper terminal is located on the Atlantic coast and is one of the deepest and ice-free ports in North America, a major advantage for the growth of sustainable fuel exports.
EverWind Fuels Certification
EverWind Fuels is positioned as a key benchmark in the production of certified green hydrogen and ammonia under the strict standards of the European Renewable Energy Directive II ( RED II ), which requires ” a reduction of at least 70% in the intensity of greenhouse gas emissions ” compared to equivalent fossil fuels.
To achieve this, the company will leverage renewable energy supplied by Nova Scotia Power , primarily from new wind farms, supplemented by energy from additional sustainable sources such as tidal, wave, solar and small hydro projects.
“This investment in EverWind Fuels is an essential part of our strategy to build a cleaner, more sustainable future for Canada’s economy. As we continue to face the challenges of climate change, taking bold action to reduce emissions and protect our environment is critical. ”.
Anita Anand, Minister of Transport of Canada.
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Source : Government of Canada | EverWind Fuels / LinkedIn
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