Nunavut Nukkiksautiit Corp. is aiming to build a microgrid with renewable energy for the Aqsarniit Hotel in Iqaluit. The corporation hopes it will be operational near the end of 2024. The solar panels in the microgrid will be placed atop the red seacan seen here. (Photo by David Lochead)
Qikiqtaaluk Corp. subsidiary hopes microgrid can prove renewable energy is sufficient and cost-effective
Updated Friday, Feb. 10 at 1:20 p.m. It’s a science project fit for a hotel. To prove sufficient energy can be produced without relying on a regional power grid, Nunavut Nukkiksautiit Corp.
Part of Anuri Street expected to be closed to all but local traffic until Feb. 6
The City of Iqaluit has shut down part of Anuri Street between Houses 4052 and 4054 because of an emergency water break, according to a public service announcement from public works clerk Sue Avery. The closure is expected to last until Feb. 6, though the road will remain open to local traffic, including access to all driveways. There was no visible leak on site Friday morning. (Photo by David Venn)