Kugluktuk can proceed with plans for NunavutSA国际影视传媒檚 first new diesel power plant with 500-kilowatts of solar capacity due to $20.5 million in federal funding announced in Iqaluit on Monday.
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Qulliq Energy Corporation is contributing $7.8 million towards the project.
It will entail replacement of the current power plantSA国际影视传媒檚 entire building structure, and installation of a new heating and cooling system, fuel supply system, storage area, and waste management area, according to a news release from the federal government.
SA国际影视传媒淭his upgraded facility, with solar panels and fuel-efficient generators, will lessen the impact on the environment by using less fuel, being quieter, and reducing emissions,SA国际影视传媒� Kugluktuk Mayor Ryan Nivingalok stated.
Bruno Pereira, president and CEO of Qulliq Energy Corporation, added, SA国际影视传媒淏y prioritizing renewable energy system integration in the new Kugluktuk power plant, both solar and fuel-efficient diesel systems will supply electricity to the community. Continued federal funding contributions will support QECSA国际影视传媒檚 move towards cleaner energy sources.SA国际影视传媒�
KugluktukSA国际影视传媒檚 existing power plant was installed in 1968.
