Yellowknife — June 29, 2023
The Government of the Northwest Territories (GNWT) has approved six projects under the Greenhouse Gas (GHG) Grant Program. These include projects to electrify North Arm Territorial Park near Behchokǫ̀ and reduce the carbon footprint of Yellowknife-based brewing company NWT Brewing Company Ltd.
The GNWT is providing approximately $1.35 million in funding for these projects to support greenhouse gas emissions reduction projects and initiatives in NWT communities. The six projects will reduce an estimated 633 tonnes of GHG emissions annually.
The approved projects include:
- Borealis Development Inc. – The NEST ($600,000)
- NWT Brewing Company Ltd. – Carbon Capture and Utilization Project ($33,000)
- Deh Cho First Nations – Edéhzhíe Solar Project ($108,205)
- Łı́ı́dlı̨ı̨ Kų́ę́ First Nation – On-the-land Camp Solar and Wind Project ($77,105)
- 6133 NWT Ltd. – Revitalization of the Yellowknife Post Office Building ($300,000)
- Department of Industry, Tourism and Investment – North Arm Territorial Park Campground Electrification ($255,000)
The GHG Grant Program is an application-based grant program that includes two streams – one for governments and one for buildings and industry. The program is designed to support projects and initiatives to reduce greenhouse gas emissions reduction for Indigenous governments, Indigenous organizations, community governments, municipalities, GNWT departments and agencies, businesses, industry and non-profit organizations. Grants support up to 75 per cent of eligible project costs.
Funding for this program is provided by the GNWT and Government of Canada under the Low Carbon Economy Leadership Fund.
More information on the six approved projects can be found in the attached backgrounder.
Quote(s)
“Everyone has a role to play in reducing greenhouse gas emissions and transitioning to a low carbon economy. Through the GHG Grant Program, the Government of the Northwest Territories is providing financial support and resources to businesses, governments, and non-governmental organizations so they can make these projects a reality and assist us in protecting the environment and help reduce GHG emissions in the NWT.”
- Caroline Wawzonek, Minister of Finance, Industry, Tourism and Investment
“Support from the Government of Canada through the Low Carbon Energy Fund is critical for the NWT to achieve the strategic objectives of the 2030 Energy Strategy and fulfill our commitment to the Pan Canadian Framework on Clean Growth and Climate Change. The projects announced today are allowing NWT businesses, Indigenous governments and the Government of the Northwest Territories to reduce their carbon footprint and helping them save money and make their operations more efficient.”
- Diane Archie, Minister of Infrastructure
“Local climate leaders need support from the Government of Canada to go faster and further in cutting emissions so they can become more energy efficient and create good jobs and strong local economies. The Low Carbon Economy Fund delivers—and will continue to do so through enhanced funding that is an important feature of Canada’s 2030 Emissions Reduction Plan. I applaud the leadership shown by the Government of the Northwest Territories in helping to keep our air clean and build resilient communities.”
- Steven Guilbeault, Minister of Environment and Climate Change
“Canada’s ongoing transition to a sustainable economy presents us with a substantial opportunity to invest in clean, renewable energy. The Low Carbon Economy Fund is one way that we’re making progress. By partnering with provinces and territories across the country, we are creating jobs, growing the economy, and building more resilient communities, all while reducing greenhouse gas emissions.”
- Michael McLeod, Member of Parliament for Northwest Territories
“The Yellowknife Post Office was built in 1956. The building is unique in Yellowknife and modernization of its architectural elements and mechanical and electrical systems is required. We are very appreciative of the GNWT for supporting our building energy upgrades. This project could not have proceeded without the Greenhouse Gas Grant Program. The level of assistance and enthusiasm we receive from program personnel was exceptional.”
- Darrell Beaulieu, President, 6133 NWT Ltd.
“NWT Brewing Company is always looking for ways to improve the sustainability of our operations and better serve our loyal customers. The funding we’re receiving from the GHG Grant Program was critical to us making a decision to go ahead with this project – one that will not only help reduce our carbon footprint but will lower our costs, reduce supply chain issues and improve the efficiency of our beer production.”
- Miranda Stevens, co-owner and general manager, NWT Brewing Company
Quick facts
- Since the program’s inception in 2018-2019, 20 projects have been approved that will reduce approximately 5,000 tonnes of GHG emissions annually.
- The combined approximate cost of the six approved projects is $5.1 million.
- Both streams of the GHG Grant Program will be accepting applications until July 1, 2023.
Related links
- GHG Grant Program for Government
- GHG Grant Program for Buildings and Industry
- GHG Grant Program Backgrounder
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