Alberta, Saskatchewan, and NWT sign MOU to advance collaboration on nuclear generation technologies
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The Government of Alberta has partnered with Saskatchewan and the Northwest Territories to strengthen grid reliability.
Alberta Premier Danielle Smith, alongside Saskatchewan Premier Scott Moe and Northwest Territories Premier R.J. Simpson, signed a memorandum of understanding to establish the framework to advance collaboration and information-sharing when it comes to nuclear generation technologies such as large-scale nuclear reactors, small modular reactors and microreactors, and enhancements to regional transmission infrastructure.
“Alberta’s economy is growing, and we need more reliable power to keep that growth going,” Smith said. “Nuclear energy has enormous potential to provide dependable power for our homes and businesses and support the continued growth of our energy sector. By working with Saskatchewan and the Northwest Territories, we can strengthen connections between our electricity grids and explore new opportunities to deliver reliable, affordable power across the region.”
There are three shared priorities within the MOU, including strengthening the security, reliability, and long-term affordability of electricity systems; supporting the evaluation of nuclear technologies as an economical pathway to carbon-neutral electricity generation; and exploring opportunities to enhance electricity transmission infrastructure across the region.
