The North Atlantic Wind to Hydrogen Project is a renewable energy project in the Placentia Bay and Trinity Bay regions on the island portion of Newfoundland and Labrador. It will include the installation of an onshore wind farm to power the production of green hydrogen for export to global markets.

Located on the isthmus of Newfoundland’s Avalon Peninsula, this full-service renewable energy Hub will provide a centralized location for the construction, operations, and maintenance services necessary to support the region’s evolving wind industry.

​The Hub will leverage North Atlantic’s existing infrastructure and use some of the best onshore wind resources in the country to produce and then transport low-cost green hydrogen to global markets.

The North Atlantic Wind to Hydrogen Project is the first project planned for construction within the Hub.​

As North Atlantic advances its business for the future, the company is focused on strategic growth to deliver innovative and green energy solutions aligned with global demand for renewable energy, while continuing to provide energy to the province. North Atlantic is aiming to:

• Produce green hydrogen projects that will lead to substantial CO2 reductions where the hydrogen is used.
• Support new skills and jobs for the ever-evolving landscape of green energy in NL.
• Provide a significant economic boost to local communities and the province.
• Improve the safety and logistics of green hydrogen transport operations as LOHCs are stable liquids.

Construction is expected to begin in the summer of 2027 and will occur over three summers. First production is expected in 2030.

Green hydrogen is a type of hydrogen fuel produced through a process called electrolysis, which uses electricity to split water into hydrogen and oxygen. What makes it “green” is that the electricity used in this process comes entirely from renewable energy sources, such as wind.

Liquid Organic Hydrogen Carriers (LOHC) are chemical compounds that can both absorb and release hydrogen through hydrogenation and dehydrogenation processes. They provide a safe and efficient medium for storing and transporting hydrogen, addressing some of the challenges associated with hydrogen’s storage and handling, such as its low density and high flammability. LOHCs are stable and handled like conventional gasoline, making them safer and more practical for large-scale applications. North Atlantic has extensive experience in handling liquid fuels with characteristics similar to LOHC.

Hydrogen is a versatile element with a wide range of applications across many industries. Hydrogen provides a clean substitute for fossil fuels in industrial processes that require high temperatures, for example, in refineries, steelmaking and cement production. It is also playing a vital role in advancing zero-emission transportation technologies. Fuel cell vehicles (FCVs) use hydrogen to power cars, buses, trucks, and trains, emitting only water vapor. It is particularly well-suited for heavy-duty transport, including long-haul trucking, shipping, and aviation, due to its high energy density and potential for large-scale applications.

Hydrogen’s versatility and ability to integrate with current energy systems make it essential for decarbonizing sectors that are otherwise difficult to electrify, enabling a smoother and more comprehensive green energy transition.

For Phase 1, the Environmental Assessment process is complete.

For Phase 2, North Atlantic is currently undertaking the necessary baseline studies, public engagement, and required environmental, social and economic studies with a goal of submitting an Environmental Assessment Registration in Q4, 2026.

While we haven’t identified any eagle nesting locations during the Environmental Assessment process for Phase 1, we are aware of eagles in the area and will be continuing to conduct surveys as part of Phase 2. The potential impact on eagles, as with other wildlife, is part of our environmental assessment process.

In Phase 1, the project is outside the Sunnyside water supply watershed.

In Phase 2, though Steve’s Pond is within the project area, we have considered this in the design and established a 60m setback buffer from the boundary of the water supply. As a result of the conservation buffer, this area will remain undisturbed with no anticipated effects on the water supply.

For Phase 1, North Atlantic began early consultation with leadership from the local towns, unions, and Chamber of Commerce in 2023. We welcomed residents to a series of community office hours and Public Information Sessions through late 2024 and early 2025 to present the Project to and gather feedback for incorporation into The final design.

We have developed the North Atlantic Wind to Hydrogen Project webpage to communicate Project information, office hours, and event notices. The webpage, as well as our social media channels, Facebook, LinkedIn, and X (formally  Twitter), are updated regularly. A Project email address, greenenergy@northatlantic.ca, is available to submit questions, comments, or input.

The two Indigenous groups on the island portion of the province, Qalipu and Miawpukek, have been contacted directly for early conversations, and our outreach and updates will continue throughout the life of the Project.

North Atlantic will follow the same approach for Phase 2 with community consultations planned from July through to October 2026.

The public can provide feedback by:

• ​Emailing greenenergy@northatlantic.ca 
• Attending public information session (See Upcoming Events)
• Submitting comments during the Environmental Assessment feedback periods. (Watch here for updates)

Modern wind turbines produce a “swoosh” like sound, which can be heard at some distance from the turbines. A technical assessment of the sound impact of our wind farm was completed for Phase 1 and will be completed again for Phase 2 which will include any potential project-related noise impacts.

For context, The US Department of Energy (DoE) has said that at 300 meters away, the sounds produced by a large wind energy project range from 35–45 decibels (dB). That means they are no louder than a typical refrigerator (50 dB) and far below   average city traffic (70 dB). We are committed to a minimum 1km buffer from residences.

Noise from the transmission line would be similar to existing transmission lines and to that produced by the wind turbines (approximately 40-50 dB).

No, either option would be cost prohibitive and make maintenance difficult. However, based on community feedback, we are aligning transmission lines with the access roads.

Through the Government of Newfoundland and Labrador’s wind energy process, North Atlantic was originally awarded a 10,300 hectares (Ha) Wind Energy Contingency Land Reserve around the Avalon Isthmus.

Phase 1 of the North Atlantic Wind to Hydrogen Project is proposed to develop a wind farm on 4,600 hectares in the Sunnyside area on a portion of these reserved lands. North Atlantic will have to make a final Crown Lands application before the project can proceed.

Phase 2 of the North Atlantic Wind to Hydrogen project is proposed to take place on 5,900 hectares of including certain lands at the Bull Arm Fabrication site, a portion of land under existing reservation, and portions of land previously held under another a Wind Energy Continency Land Reserve for another project proponent. North Atlantic has made a formal request to the Government of Newfoundland and Labrador to modify its Reserve to include all Phase 2 lands.

As part of the formal request to government, North Atlantic intends to release approximately 3580 hectares of land from its original Wind Energy Contingency Land Reserve.

We are currently looking at options to ship the stored sulphur to a certified recycler or end user.

Co-locating the Hydrogen Generation Plant and the Hydrogenation Plant will improve worker safety by reducing high-pressure hydrogen pipelines, reduce environmental impacts, emphasize operational synergies, and lower project capital and operating costs. This co-location will facilitate future expansion, ultimately bolstering opportunities for future green energy activities in the region through the enhancement of the Come By Chance Industrial Site.

We estimate annual water demand of approximately 1,260,000 m3 a year for hydrogen generation. Water demand depends on the water quality and the electrolyzer technology we use. North Atlantic intends to utilize the same water source that supplies our existing terminal. The water source has sufficient capacity to support the current operations at our terminal and the Braya Renewable Fuels as well as the proposed hydrogen production facility. As part of the regulatory process, a water use license will need to be approved by the government.

Wastewater / Effluent will be generated from both the Hydrogen Generation Plant and Hydrogenation Plant. No contaminants are added to the feedwater through the hydrogen generation process. However, any existing contaminants in the feedwater will become more concentrated. A wastewater and effluent characterization for both facilities have been performed against the Schedule A of Environmental Control Water and Sewage Regulations, 2003, and the results are within the prescribed safety limits (additional details can be found in the EPR documentation of the Phase 1 EA).

We will look to maximise opportunities for local hiring.  Continue to watch our website for updates. We will post job opportunities and provide updates on additional public sessions over the coming months. We will also share job opportunities directly with local communities.

We have added a supplier registration form to our website — greenenergyhub.ca. We encourage potential suppliers to complete it and to continue to watch the website for updates. We have already hosted two supplier sessions and will host more as we get closer to a development decision.

Combined, the Project will create significant local employment opportunities, including an estimated 1,600 direct, full-time positions during construction, and 75 direct, full-time positions during operation.

However, these numbers may change as planning progresses.

We anticipate a lifespan of approximately 30 years.

A decommissioning plan will be developed by North Atlantic and submitted to GNL for approval. The cost of decommissioning will be built into the plan. GNL will set the mechanism to ensure the financial capability exists to decommission.

No, existing roads and trails will remain accessible. Where new wind farm access roads are constructed that cross existing roads and trails; North Atlantic will provide a means of crossing the new road that is suitable for existing traffic. Cabin owners will be permitted to use new access roads when these roads are not in use for wind farm construction, operations and maintenance. There will be brief, intermittent periods of time when access to new roads is restricted, to ensure public safety.

While the public will have access to the road, there will be a staffed office at the intersection of the new access road and the Trans Canada Highway as well as a series of security cameras along the access road and transmission line.

No, North Atlantic has no intention or need to restrict access to anchorage locations.

During construction we expect approximately 28 vessels for turbine equipment and 10 vessels for the Hydrogen Generation and Hydrogenation Plants. These shipments will be spaced out over the course of two years, and we will look to utilize existing port infrastructure located at the Come By Chance Terminal, as well as capabilities offered by the adjacent Bull Arm Fabrication Site.

During operation, we anticipate approximately two additional tankers a month, still well below the traffic level when the refinery was at peak operation.