Two power projects proposed for Squamish
This entry was posted on Friday, April 2nd, 2010 and is filed under BC Hydro, Syntaris Power.
Two companies have entered energy purchase agreements with BC Hydro to build two run-of-river power projects in Squamish, according to a Wednesday (March 31) BC Hydro press release.
…The EN-MAX Syntaris Bid Corp. Culliton Creek proposal will include a possible new transmission from the project powerhouse for tie-in at the existing BC Hydro line along the Paradise Valley Road to a buried penstock leading to a single powerhouse, according to project descriptions. Flows from the powerhouse will be returned to the creek upstream of the Highway 99 bridge crossing, also known as Big Orange Bridge.
However other transmission lines are under consideration that have a lower impact than the northern line displayed, states the company’s website. The company expects to be able to finalize a transmission line in summer 2010.
A representative said the company has met with numerous stakeholders including the Squamish River Watershed Society, Streamkeepers and the North Vancouver Outdoor School. Plans to meet with more local groups are underway as is a public open house.
By Sylvie Paillard
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