PROJECT SUMMARY
A liquefied natural gas (LNG) facility
GNL Québec has been developing since 2014 the Énergie Saguenay project, an industrial complex for the liquefaction of natural gas in the industrial zone of the Port of Saguenay with the aim of exporting 11 million tonnes of liquefied natural gas (LNG) per year, from 100% Western Canadian supply sources.
The project aims to support efforts to fight climate change in Europe, Asia and elsewhere in the world, by providing transitional energy that will replace other more polluting energies, such as coal and fuel oil, thus reducing 28 million tonnes of GHGs per year global emissions, as shown by the project life cycle analysiscarried out by CIRAIG experts.
The project is based on an investment valued at CAD $ 9 billion and aims to be operational in 2026.
Concretely, the Énergie Saguenay project provides for the construction of three main components on the Saguenay industrial-port site:
A carbon neutral facility powered by hydroelectricity
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GNL Québec will build the very first LNG plant of this size in the world to be supplied with hydroelectricity from a pre-existing local network, which, combined with the region's cold climate, will thus help reduce greenhouse gas emissions by 84%. greenhouse. This major asset will set a new benchmark in the industry. Determined to innovate and set a new standard within its industry, GNL Quebec has made a firm commitment to operate a carbon neutral plant by offsetting all of its direct greenhouse gas (GHG) emissions. |
Economic and social benefitsGNL Québec's objective? Foster the skills development of the workforce and maximize economic spinoffs in the region. During the construction period, which will extend over 4 years, the Énergie Saguenay project should generate 6,000 direct and indirect jobs, including 4,000 direct jobs during peak periods on the site, as well as 1,100 direct and indirect jobs during peak periods. operation, including some 300 high-quality, well-paid jobs distributed between the site and the administrative offices in Saguenay.
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Underground natural gas transmission pipeline
In order to transport natural gas to the Énergie Saguenay facilities, a new 750 km pipeline connected to the existing main gas transmission network located in northeastern Ontario will have to be built. This will allow natural gas to be supplied 100% from Western Canada. Gazoduq inc. is the promoter of this new infrastructure.
Power transmission line
The construction, by Hydro-Quebec, of a 345kv electric transmission line of approximately 40km will be necessary in order to supply the plant with hydroelectricity.