Hydro-Québec

Medaro Mining Enters Into Agreement to Acquire James Bay Pontax Lithium Project

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Wednesday, May 17, 2023

Ltd. (the “Target”), a company holding a 100% interest in the mining claims comprising the James Bay Pontax Project (the “Project”) in Quebec, Canada (the “Acquisition”).

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  • Ltd. (the “Target”), a company holding a 100% interest in the mining claims comprising the James Bay Pontax Project (the “Project”) in Quebec, Canada (the “Acquisition”).
  • The Project is in a highly active prospective zone of James Bay Area, being situated 30 km south of Allkem Limited’s James Bay Lithium Project which has a published Mineral Reserve Estimate of 40.3Mt at 1.4% Li2O1.
  • About 1 km west of the Project lies Stria Lithium Inc.’s (“Stria”) Pontax Project, which hosts the Pontax Lithium Showing that was drilled in Winter 2022/2023.
  • ALLKEM LIMITED – NI 43-101 Technical Report Feasibility Study, James Bay Lithium Project, Quebec, Canada, January 11, 2022, prepared by G. Mining Services Inc.
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Hitachi Energy, the partner of choice for largest-ever HVDC wind energy project in U.S.

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Thursday, May 4, 2023

Hitachi Energy’s HVDC Light® technology will efficiently transfer and integrate huge volumes of wind power over more than 885 kilometers (550 miles) into the regional power grid.

Key Points: 
  • Hitachi Energy’s HVDC Light® technology will efficiently transfer and integrate huge volumes of wind power over more than 885 kilometers (550 miles) into the regional power grid.
  • Hitachi Energy has already started work on designing and engineering the two HVDC Light® converter stations, one at either end of the link.
  • Hitachi Energy has partnered with Quanta Services, Inc. (Quanta) to provide a turnkey project solution for the SunZia project, including managing the HVDC construction and building installation at the associated project sites.
  • Hitachi Energy pioneered commercial HVDC technology almost 70 years ago and has delivered more than half of the world’s HVDC projects.

Osmose Utilities Services, Inc. Acquires Effigis

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Wednesday, April 12, 2023

Effigis has been a division of Cansel , Canada’s largest supplier of geospatial and engineering field equipment which will retain the Earth Observation and Products groups of Effigis.

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  • Effigis has been a division of Cansel , Canada’s largest supplier of geospatial and engineering field equipment which will retain the Earth Observation and Products groups of Effigis.
  • The combination of Osmose and Effigis creates a complete, data-driven solution set for ensuring the resilience and reliability of critical utility and telecom-owned infrastructure in the Canadian market.
  • Mike Adams, CEO of Osmose commented: “We are thrilled about this combination with Effigis.
  • For the Effigis team, Osmose provides a trusted, powerful vehicle for new growth and opportunities.

NEW PRESIDENT AT GIRARDIN ENERGY

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Friday, January 20, 2023

DRUMMONDVILLE, QC, Jan. 20, 2023 /CNW Telbec/ - Girardin is proud to announce the appointment of Mr. Sébastien Fournier as the President of Girardin Energy Inc. and New Energy Solutions (US subsidiary).

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  • DRUMMONDVILLE, QC, Jan. 20, 2023 /CNW Telbec/ - Girardin is proud to announce the appointment of Mr. Sébastien Fournier as the President of Girardin Energy Inc. and New Energy Solutions (US subsidiary).
  • Sébastien recently held the position of President and CEO of Hilo Energy at Hydro Quebec where he made technological innovation a powerful driver of energy transition.
  • Girardin Energy and New Energy Solutions are wholly owned subsidiaries of the Girardin Group specializing in charging infrastructure for electric vehicles and electric vehicle fleets.
  • Girardin Energy maximizes the value and quality of its charging infrastructure through its recognized and experienced team, its consulting services, engineering, innovative products and technology platform.

FLO Reports Record Growth Driven by U.S. Expansion; Significant New Contracts

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Wednesday, December 14, 2022

Additionally, FLO successfully sponsored significant new legislation that aims to improve access to reliable EV chargers for California drivers.

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  • Additionally, FLO successfully sponsored significant new legislation that aims to improve access to reliable EV chargers for California drivers.
  • "This year was a pivotal year for FLO and I'm proud of the work we've accomplished.
  • We will continue to grow and innovate, all while supporting EV charging done right fast, reliable and convenient."
  • FLO operates its network across North America and our high-quality charging stations are assembled with care in Michigan and Quebec.

SWTCH Energy and the Electric Circuit announce expanded EV charging access for drivers in Canada and the United States

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Wednesday, November 16, 2022

This will make it more seamless for EV drivers to access thousands of charging stations across North America.

Key Points: 
  • This will make it more seamless for EV drivers to access thousands of charging stations across North America.
  • View the full release here: https://www.businesswire.com/news/home/20221116005138/en/
    SWTCH and Electric Circuit sign a roaming agreement that allows drivers to use either the SWTCH or Electric Circuit mobile app to easily find, access and pay for electric vehicle charging across Canada.
  • The new roaming agreement between SWTCH Energy and the Electric Circuit helps us meet that need for our users.
  • At the same time, SWTCH users will now be able to seamlessly activate charging stations operated by the Electric Circuit.

FLO, Hydro-Québec to install thousands of new EV chargers, FLO's biggest order to date

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Monday, June 20, 2022

FLO, Hydro-Qubec to install thousands of new EV chargers, FLO's biggest order to date

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  • FLO, Hydro-Qubec to install thousands of new EV chargers, FLO's biggest order to date
    "We're thrilled to have been selected once again as a partner to Electric Circuit in this latest tender," said Louis Tremblay, FLO's President and CEO.
  • The latest contract between the two parties will see FLO install almost twice as many Level 2 chargers in just the next four years.
  • FLO is a leading North American electric vehicle (EV) charging network operator and a smart charging solutions provider.
  • The Electric Circuit website and Electric Circuit mobile app for iOS and Android are updated as new stations get deployed.

TEAL: a Unique Green Energy Opportunity in Sept-Iles, Quebec

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Tuesday, May 24, 2022

MAGOG, Quebec, May 24, 2022 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- TEAL Corp. (TEAL Chimie & nergie Inc.), a Quebec based company developing green chemistry projects for the energy and fuel markets, confirms that its green hydrogen and ammonia production plant project based in Sept-Iles represents the cornerstone of the creation and development of a green energy innovation cluster in the area.

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  • MAGOG, Quebec, May 24, 2022 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- TEAL Corp. (TEAL Chimie & nergie Inc.), a Quebec based company developing green chemistry projects for the energy and fuel markets, confirms that its green hydrogen and ammonia production plant project based in Sept-Iles represents the cornerstone of the creation and development of a green energy innovation cluster in the area.
  • "The project based in Sept-Iles represents a unique opportunity for the North Shore and for the province of Quebec.
  • First, TEAL's production alone will be sufficient to meet the current demand for ammonia in the entire Quebec market.
  • This is a pioneering Quebec project, close to the large energy intensive industries, to make green fuel available when they are ready to begin their energy transition.

Supporters of the NECEC Argue November Referendum Is Unconstitutional

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Tuesday, May 10, 2022

The court ruled a previous referendum proposed in 2020 with the exact same purpose of blocking the project was unconstitutional and it was removed from the ballot.

Key Points: 
  • The court ruled a previous referendum proposed in 2020 with the exact same purpose of blocking the project was unconstitutional and it was removed from the ballot.
  • NECEC Transmission LLC, and Avangrid Networks urged the Court to look at the referendum as retroactively applied to the NECEC and find it unconstitutional, citing the constitutional protections for vested rights and the bedrock principle of separation of powers as the key arguments.
  • The NECEC project received every local, state and federal permit required and substantial construction has been completed.
  • Supporters of the project agree construction of the corridor will be a benefit to Mainers and that the referendum goes too far.

AddEnergie salutes Electric Circuit's exceptional contribution to the electrification of transportation in Quebec

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Wednesday, March 30, 2022

"At AddEnergie, we are especially proud to have been associated with the Electric Circuit from the very beginning.

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  • "At AddEnergie, we are especially proud to have been associated with the Electric Circuit from the very beginning.
  • Through our collaboration, charging stations, developed and manufactured in Quebec, have directly contributed to the successful rollout of the Electric Circuit throughout the province.
  • AddEnergie is a leading North American electric vehicle charging network operator and a provider of smart charging software and equipment.
  • In conjunction with its subsidiary FLO, AddEnergie, leverages its vertical integration to offer EV drivers the best possible charging experience.