Run-of-river hydro projects are more environmentally friendly than other types of electricity generation, such as hydro storage (large dams), nuclear, natural gas-fired plants and coal.

Run-of-river facilities

• Use a renewable resource.
• Have zero greenhouse gas emissions.
• Displace energy produced by polluting (oil, coal, gas) sources.
• Do not require dams or reservoirs which can flood vast areas of land.
• Are typically located above waterfalls which act as a natural fish barrier.
• Have minimal impact on vegetation, bird or wildlife habitat.
• Have low visual impact.
• Typically use existing logging roads for access and transmission rights-of-way minimizing environmental impacts.

Hydromax Energy is fully committed to providing environmentally responsible energy solutions in the communities we operate.  Environmental studies are currently underway including fish habitat and Species at Risk studies.  Results of the environmental studies will be shared as part of the public consultation program.  The Caribou Creek Hydro Facility will be designed to meet or exceed all provincial and federal environmental requirements.