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Bill Black: Wind power needs backups for when the breeze is weak

Nova Scotia’s electricity supply is in transition from coal to wind. There are many possible ways to make that happen. Historically, the province has relied on Nova Scotia Power Inc. for capital projects.

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NSPI’s strength is developing electric power from fuel. What is needed now are companies skilled in developing and managing large wind power arrays.

Also needed are effective ways to deliver power into the provincial grid. This is overseen by the Independent Energy System Operator (IESO) appointed by the province.

Ramping up has begun, as shown in a July 5 news release:

“Nova Scotia’s public housing will soon be powered by clean, renewable electricity, reducing greenhouse gas emissions and stabilizing energy costs.

“A new agreement with Renewall Energy Inc. will see the company’s Mersey River Wind Project in Queens County supplying renewable electricity to the province’s public housing, starting in 2027.

“Under the 10-year agreement, the provincial agency agrees to having electricity delivered to public housing by Renewall.”

A reader might be confused by the release. It........

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