We want to shape the future of low-carbon power in Alberta and be a part of building a new energy economy. Nuclear power is one of Canada’s safest and cleanest energy sources and is recognized globally as a critical tool in reducing greenhouse gases and fighting climate change.
Canada has been a global leader in nuclear energy research and development for 65 years. We want to build on this expertise using world-class technology to deliver steady, sustainable and affordable electricity for the province.
Energy Alberta is proposing to build a nuclear power generating station in the Peace River area of Northern Alberta that would include two to four large-scale reactors. The facility would produce up to 4800MW of electricity to the grid, representing up to 25% of the province’s existing electricity generation.
The federal government has pledged to triple Canada’s nuclear capacity to help meet its target of net-zero emissions by 2050. This shift toward nuclear energy stems from the fact that nuclear power is the only readily scalable, low-emission energy source capable of delivering reliable and affordable electricity around the clock.
Energy Alberta is ready to answer this call. In an increasingly volatile global energy market, nuclear power offers a low-emission path to energy independence. By delivering reliable and secure electricity, nuclear energy supports the growth and long-term prosperity of communities.
- Scott Henuset, President and CEO of Energy Alberta
CANDU® MONARK™
Energy Alberta is considering two advanced, Canadian-owned nuclear reactor technologies: Atkins Réalis’ CANDU® MONARK™, a new evolution of CANDU technology, and Westinghouse’s AP1000®, a modern design based on widely used pressurized water reactor technology.
While there are some differences in the design, the outcome is the same: deliver large-scale, reliable, low-emissions electricity that Alberta can depend on for decades.
The CANDU® MONARK™ and AP1000® build on decades of operating experience, incorporating proven features from existing plants alongside modern design updates that enhance safety, performance and efficiency, including modular construction, digital controls and advanced monitoring systems to support reliable, long-term operation.
Both options are based on proven technologies designed to meet rigorous Canadian and international safety standards. The final technology selection will be informed by Project‑specific requirements, lifecycle cost assessments, regulatory alignment and long‑term economic value.
AP1000®
Canada’s nuclear industry is an economic engine, offering high-paying jobs to skilled workers, and significant revenue for provincial and federal governments.
89,000 people
employed.
$22 billion in annual
GDP contribution.
15% of Canada’s
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80 million tonnes of CO2 emissions per year are avoided.
Nuclear Energy can run 24/7,
365 days a year.
Canada is the second
largest uranium producer
in the world.
Canada is considering changes to how major projects - including nuclear energy projects like the Peace River Nuclear Power Project - are reviewed and approved.
Learn more about the proposed reforms and what they could mean for the Project.
Energy Alberta has assembled a team with extensive nuclear experience and initiated the planning required to advance a nuclear generation project in Canada, including early consultations with government, community leaders and Indigenous groups.
In April 2026, the proposed Peace River Nuclear Power Project advanced to the Impact Statement phase of the regulatory process, which includes detailed studies - guided by federal requirements - to support a comprehensive review of the Project’s potential effects and benefits, alongside continued engagement with Indigenous Nations and Communities and the public.
An Impact Assesment (IA) is a phased planning process spanning over multiple years, involving extensive community and public engagement, as well as comprehensive environmental and socioeconomic studies. Upon completion of the IA process, the federal government determines whether the project is in the public interest and grants approval for it to proceed.
Energy Alberta has submitted an Initial Project Description (IPD) for the proposed Project to the Impact Assessment Agency of Canada (IAAC) and the Canadian Nuclear Safety Commission, initiating a federal Impact Assessment. Visit the IAAC website to see the Project page, read the IPD and learn why, how and when you can participate in the process.
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Open, extensive and thorough engagement is a vital component to the success of our Project. We are building and sustaining meaningful relationships based on mutual respect and trust with local communities and Indigenous Nations and others who have an interest in our Project.
Nuclear energy has been part of the global energy mix for about 70 years. The first commercial power stations began operating in the 1950s, and today nuclear continues to play a vital role in providing clean, reliable electricity.
About 440 nuclear power reactors operate worldwide, supplying roughly 9% of the world’s electricity.
Nuclear is the second largest source of low-carbon power globally and provides about one-quarter of the world’s low-carbon electricity.
More than 50 countries operate around 220 research reactors. These facilities not only advance scientific research but also produce critical medical and industrial isotopes, and serve as training grounds for the next generation of nuclear professionals.
Our news and updates section is your go-to source for the latest happenings, announcements and stories about Energy Alberta. Explore how we’re working to transform energy production in the province.
Being part of a community means showing up for one another - and that spirit is at the heart of Energy Alberta’s Community Cares Crew. This winter, our team volunteered 292 hours helping our neighbours across the region.
As a company, we recognize that meaningful engagement begins with listening and understanding the history of the lands and communities connected to the Peace River region. Our commitment to learning and reflection is an important part of how we approach relationship-building with Indigenous Nations and Communities.
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On May 8, 2026, the government of Canada announced the launch of a discussion paper to engage Canadians on proposed reforms aimed at creating a simpler, more coordinated process for major projects. The goal is to make it clear that major projects can be built efficiently in Canada, while maintaining strong environmental protections and respecting the rights of Indigenous Peoples.
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