In summer 2019, we asked for Yukoners' feedback on a proposed new 20 MW thermal generation facility, a project aimed to provide safe and reliabe electricity quickly during loss of hydro generation, peak hours of consumption, low water periods, extreme low temperatures and emergencies. Thank you to everyone who provided…
Learn moreUprating involves replacing older components of generating equipment with new, more efficient components. The result is that the generator can produce more electricity with the same amount of water. Refurbishments are major overhauls of existing facilities where many pieces of equipment are reaching end of life. Upratings are one of…
Learn moreFall 2022 update: In February 2022, the Mayo Lake Enhanced Storage Project was rescoped to include only the removal of remnants of an old coffer dam at the outlet of Mayo Lake. A decision was also made to put the project on hold and to include it as part of…
Learn moreProgress is underway on the new grid-scale battery storage system located at Robert Service Way in Whitehorse. Once complete, the new battery storage system will help Yukon Energy meet peak demands for electricity during the winter and improve the reliability of the Yukon grid. The battery site is located on Kwanlin Dün First Nation Settlement Land that has…
Learn moreThis project was completed in 2023. We have started our final round of construction at the Riverside substation on Nisutlin Drive. Why do we need to upgrade the Riverside substation? To connect Yukoners to more electricity Demand for electricity in the Yukon is expected to grow by 40% in the…
Learn moreBuying power from the Atlin Hydro Expansion project is one of three key potential projects outlined in our 10-Year Renewable Electricity Plan. When complete, the Atlin Hydro Expansion project will increase the amount of dependable renewable hydroelectricity available in Yukon to meet winter peaks for power and growing demands for clean…
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