Conceptual design of the Cogswell District. (CREDIT: Halifax.ca)
A nearly $14 million investment has been announced for a new renewable energy project in the Cogswell District of downtown Halifax.
The province is providing over $4.6 million, the federal government will invest more than $5.5 million, and Halifax Water has committed over $3.7 million.
Government says the project will support a new system that supplies renewable energy generated by Halifax Water’s nearby wastewater effluent treatment facility to efficiently heat and cool six mixed-use buildings in the district.
“This is a prime example of how innovative technologies can help communities meet their energy needs in more efficient and environmentally friendly ways,” said Labi Kousoulis, Minister of Inclusive Economic Growth, in a news release. “It is the first system of its kind in eastern Canada and will help Nova Scotia achieve its bold climate change targets.”
The province says renewable thermal energy will be transferred from the treatment of wastewater effluent to efficiently heat and cool the buildings in the area.
The Cogswell District redevelopment area is one of the largest construction projects in the municipality’s history. It will recreate a neighbourhood that connects downtown Halifax with the north end and waterfront.
Construction on the system is expected to start this fall.
