Juan de Fuca Cable Project Presented by: Sea Breeze April 25, 2006.
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Juan de Fuca CableProject
Presented by:Sea Breeze
April 25, 2006
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Project Location
Proposed length on B.C. side:Proposed length on B.C. side: 12 km12 km
Proposed length on WA side:Proposed length on WA side: 3 km 3 km
Length at sea: Length at sea: 34 km34 km
Victoria to Port Angeles: Victoria to Port Angeles: 49 km49 km
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Process involves:• Environmental studies• Evaluation of study results• Consultation with stakeholders• Decision based on factors including:• Minimizing environmental
impact• Minimizing disruption• Cost
Route Selection
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Route SelectionProcess involves:• Working with the Island Corridor Foundation
• Installation of cable in railway bed• Opportunities to collaborate with the ICF and the Town of View Royal
Access Trail
Rail Grade
Rock fill ornatural ground
HVDCCables
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InstallationProcess involves:• 1m wide trench• Direct-burying cables in trench• Covering/backfilling trench
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Project Benefits
• Reliable power supply for VI
• No fluctuating magnetic fields
• Help meet Vancouver Island’s growing electricity demands
• Minimal environmental impact
Gotland HVDC Light® cables.Photo courtesy of ABB.
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Timeline• NEB hearing will begin May 1.• NEB decision expected in early July
- based on whether the project is in best interests of public
• Physical construction phase scheduled to begin January 2007, completed in 2008
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Thank You
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