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.
Former MLA Jeannie Ugyuk, middle, cuts maktaaq in her home on Jan. 20 with Taloyoak Hunters and Trappers Association board members Elizabeth Aiyout, left, and Viola Neeveacheak. The three spent several days working on developing a sustainable harvesting plan for Taloyoak’s planned food processing centre. As Ugyuk cuts, she discusses the presence of beluga whales around the Boothia Peninsula, also known as Aviqtuuq. (Photo by Vincent L’Hérault)