Should a 650MW Gas-Fired Data Center Be Built Near Peace River, Alberta?
Official title: Mihta Askiy Data Center Project
A company wants to build a massive natural gas power plant northeast of Peace River, Alberta. The 650-megawatt facility would power a new data center and run for 30 years. The federal government is assessing environmental impacts and wants your input.
Why This Matters
Live near Peace River? This project could bring jobs and economic activity to the region. But burning natural gas for 30 years means significant greenhouse gas emissions. If you care about Alberta's energy future or local air quality, this decision matters.
What Could Change
If approved, a 650MW gas-fired power plant could be built 40 km northeast of Peace River. The facility would start with simple-cycle turbines, then convert to more efficient combined-cycle technology. New environmental conditions may be imposed on emissions, water use, and land disturbance.
Key Issues
- What are the environmental impacts of a 650MW natural gas power plant operating for 30 years?
- Should funding be provided to help communities participate in the assessment process?
How to Participate
- Review the Initial Project Description summary on this consultation page to understand what's being proposed.
- Submit your feedback by email to mihta-askiy@iaac-aeic.gc.ca by the deadline.
- Apply for participant funding to help cover costs of participating in the assessment.