Nova Scotia To Create Test Centre For Tidal Power

“The more we move away from coal-based electricity, the more we protect our environment — a key priority for this government.” Three companies will put test turbines on the floor of the bay, spending between $10-million and $15-million each on their projects. Nova Scotia Power is teaming up with Ireland's Open Hydro on its turbine project, while Minas Basin Pulp and Power Co. is joining with UEK Hydrokinetic. The third company to test in the area is Clean Current of British Columbia. The companies hope to have test turbines in the water by early 2009 and will supply power to the province's electricity grid once the projects are in operation. Mr. MacDonald made Tuesday's announcement in Parrsboro on the Bay of Fundy and has said he believes tidal power can supply about 15 per cent of Nova Scotia's electricity needs. Gerry Protti, president of EnCana Corp.'s offshore and international division, said the company thinks tidal power is “a promising and untapped energy resource here in Nova Scotia. “Unlocking the unconventional power of the tides requires innovative thinking and the kind of creative partnerships that will be generated at this centre.” http://www.theglobeandmail.com/servlet/story/RTGAM.20080108.wtidalpower0108/BNStory/National/

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