North Atlantic Launches Environmental Assessment for Phase 2 of Wind to Hydrogen Project

North Atlantic announced it is launching the environmental assessment process for Phase 2 of its Wind to Hydrogen Project on the Avalon Isthmus, building on the recent release of Phase 1 from the provincial Environmental Assessment process.

Phase 1 includes a 324 MW onshore wind farm east of Sunnyside, a green hydrogen generation plant and a hydrogenation plant at North Atlantic’s existing Come By Chance terminal, and a connecting transmission line. It is designed to produce 30,000 tonnes of green hydrogen per year and is now advancing through Front End Engineering and Design (FEED). Phase 2 would add a 481 MW wind farm at and south of Bull Arm, expanding the project’s total green hydrogen production capacity to 60,000 tonnes per year for export to global markets. North Atlantic expects to register Phase 2 with the Department of Environment, Conservation and Climate Change in the fourth quarter of 2026 to formally begin the provincial Environmental Assessment process for this phase.

The Wind to Hydrogen Project combines some of Canada’s best onshore wind resources with North Atlantic’s existing infrastructure and decades of marine terminal operations at Come By Chance. The green hydrogen produced will be converted to a Liquid Organic Hydrogen Carrier (LOHC) - a stable liquid handled much like conventional fuels - for safe export to global markets. Together, the two phases are expected to:

• Produce approximately 60,000 metric tonnes of green hydrogen annually for export

• Create local employment opportunities, including an estimated 3,180 person years of

direct, indirect and induced employment during construction, and 75 direct, full-time

positions during operation

• Generate new opportunities for local businesses, contractors, and suppliers through

project procurement, construction activity, and long-term operations

• Support significant reductions in greenhouse gas emissions in the markets where the

hydrogen is used

• Help position Newfoundland and Labrador as a global player in hydrogen production and

export

“Advancing into Phase 2 reflects our long-term vision for green hydrogen in Newfoundland and Labrador and the development of North Atlantic’s Green Energy Hub,” said Jeff Murphy, Vice President Capital Projects at North Atlantic. “This step builds on significant planning and engagement alongside local communities. We believe this project will play a key role in the province’s green energy industry, create economic and community benefits, and help position the province as a global supplier of low-carbon energy.”

North Atlantic will host community information sessions at the Bull Arm Information Centre at the

following times:

• Wednesday, July 22: 1:00 PM to 4:00 PM and 6:00 PM to 9:00 PM

• Thursday, July 23, 9:00 AM to 12:00 PM; 1:00 PM to 4:00 PM and 6:00 PM to 9:00 PM

• Friday, July 24: 9:00 AM to 12:00 PM

Local residents are encouraged to attend, ask questions, and share feedback that will help shape the second phase of the project.

Project information is available at greenenergyhub.ca and questions, comments, or input can be sent to greenenergy@northatlantic.ca.

Residents are also encouraged to sign up for our project newsletter at greenenergyhub.ca to receive ongoing updates.

For more information contact:

Mark Duggan, Director of Public Affairs and Engagement

Mark.duggan@northatlantic.ca

Socio-Economic Impact StatementBay du Nord Project: Understanding the Potential Impact

The Bay du Nord Project represents one of the most significant economic opportunities for Newfoundland and Labrador in decades. Located approximately 500 kilometres east of St. John's, the proposed deepwater offshore project has the potential to generate billions in investment, create thousands of jobs, and provide long-term benefits for businesses, workers, and communities across the province.

The recently released Bay du Nord Project, Socio-Economic Impact Statement outlines the anticipated economic, employment, and supply chain opportunities associated with the project, as well as its commitments to workforce development, local participation, and long-term capacity building.

We encourage our members and stakeholders to review the document and learn more about what this project could mean for the future of Newfoundland and Labrador and the opportunities that may lie ahead.

Read the full Bay du Nord Project, Socio-Economic Impact Statement here:

Bay-du-Nord-Project-Socio-Economic-Impact-Statement-SEIS-Equinor-Canada-Ltd.-Stantec.pdf

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Registration Now Open for C-NLOER Bay du Nord Public Review Information Sessions

BAY DU NORD

The Canada–Newfoundland and Labrador Offshore Energy Regulator (C‑NLOER) is announcing the details of the public review of the Bay du Nord Development Application.

The review will be conducted in accordance with the C‑NLOER’s Terms of Reference under the Atlantic Accord Acts and is designed to provide the public with an opportunity to learn about the proposed project and share their views.

The proposed Bay du Nord project is based on petroleum discoveries in the Flemish Pass Basin, about 500 kilometers northeast of St. John’s, Newfoundland and Labrador.

Media Contact:Catherine Warrensaltwaterstrategies@gmail.com

If you are having issues registering for Public Review information sessions, please contact registration@conach.ca.

The public feedback will help inform the C-NLOER’s assessment of whether the Development Application complies with the applicable legislative and regulatory requirements.

Public Review Period and Participation

The public review period will be open for 60 days, from June 22 to August 20, 2026.

During this time, the public will be able to participate through in-person and virtual sessions, as well as written submissions.

Schedule of Virtual and In-Person Sessions

Please click here to register.

*Registration is required to attend sessions. There is no cost to register.

Date and Time (NDT)	Format	Location
June 22, 6:00 p.m.	Virtual Session(ASLInterpretation Provided)	Online (Zoom)
June 23, 6:00 p.m.	In Person	Clarenville Events Centre, Clarenville, NL
June 24, 6:00 p.m.	In Person	Marystown Hotel, Marystown, NL
June 25, 6:00 p.m.	Virtual Session	Online (Zoom)
July 7, 6:00 p.m.	In Person	Glynmill Inn, Corner Brook, NL
July 8, 6:00 p.m.	In Person	Quality Hotel, Gander, NL
July 9, 6:00 p.m.	In Person	Holiday Inn St. John’s Conference Centre, St. John’s, NL

Important: The room for in-person sessions or the Zoom link for virtual sessions will be provided in your confirmation email after registration.

Please note: For all sessions, doors open at 5:30 p.m., session begins at 6 p.m., and no entry will be permitted after 6:30 p.m.

If you are having issues registering, please contact registration@conach.ca.

Participants requiring language or accessibility supports are encouraged to contact information@cnloer.ca as early as possible so that appropriate arrangements can be explored.

Written Comments

Written comments, technical analyses or requests for clarification may be submitted at any time during the review period.

All written responses may be posted to the C-NLOER website. The responses will not be treated as being confidentially submitted and will be posted in the official language in which they were provided. All identifying information will be removed except the name under which the documents were submitted.

The Board reserves the right to withhold from publication comments that are deemed to be spam or unrelated to the Development Plan Amendment Application.

Written comments on this Application may be submitted via email to information@cnloer.ca. Comments forwarded to any other address of the C-NLOER will not be considered.

The deadline for comments is August 20, 2026. The deadline for questions is one week earlier (August 13) to allow time for questions to be reviewed and answered before the comment period closes.