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process can be lengthy. It requires years of environmental studies and permit processes. Another big challenge is the economics of the project. To compete with fossil fuels, green hydrogen needs to be cost-effective. We have been optimizing the engineering to drive down costs. Then there is also the infrastructure that is needed to transport the product, both domestically and internationally, like import terminals and pipelines. Success depends on the synchronicity of the whole value chain. This requires careful planning and the leveraging of existing assets to accelerate timelines where necessary.”
Alongside keeping jobs in the area and generating new employment, EverWind’ s commitment to local communities runs much deeper, as Trent explains:“ We absolutely believe the clean energy transition has to be inclusive and community driven. That’ s why we’ ve prioritized engagement and longterm partnerships with local municipalities, including First Nations, from the very start. With our First Nations partners, for example, we’ ve taken steps to advance Indigenous economic reconciliation by enabling equity ownership in our projects. More than just symbolic, this approach is about creating sustainable economic participation and ensuring that Indigenous communities are co-developers with a seat at the table through the lifecycle of the project.”
Looking to the future, Trent then outlines the company’ s goals for the remainder of the year and beyond:“ This year is a pivotal period for the project. We’ re focusing on reaching final investment decisions, advancing construction, and finalizing offtake agreements. We have already, and will continue to hit significant milestones this year, making it a very exciting time for the project.
▲ Everwind’ s current terminal operations and jetty is prominently in the foreground. The back right of the image and highlighted in yellow features a rendering of EverWind’ s Phase 1 Green Hydrogen and Ammonia
Plant at Point Tupper,
Richmond County, Nova Scotia.
◀ Trent Vichie, Founder and CEO
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