The Saskatchewan government is outlining plans to develop two large nuclear reactors in the northwest along the North Saskatchewan River. Moe was at the College of Engineering on the University of Saskatchewan campus Tuesday to announce concrete targets for the development of nuclear power in the province. Moe’s government has long signalled its intent to incorporate nuclear power into the grid, including through the use of as-yet-undeveloped small modular nuclear reactors. The plan released Tuesday outlines more detailed steps on how to get there. The plan, titled Delivering Energy Security Through Nuclear Power, establishes a target to produce at least 2,600 megawatts by 2050, according to a provincial news release. “Reliable, affordable power is essential for Saskatchewan families to thrive and for businesses and communities to grow,” Premier Scott Moe said in a statement Tuesday morning. “Nuclear power will be a cornerstone,” Crown Investments Corporation Minister Jeremy Harrison said. “This plan gives SaskPower a clear path to meet growing demand and support the investment and industries that keep our province strong.” The province is looking to incorporate large nuclear reactors into its supply planning. Its strategy outlines plans for the potential development of two large nuclear reactors in northwest Saskatchewan, the first of which is expected to be online by 2042. Plans for a small modular reactor in the southeast corner of the province continue apace. SaskPower has selected a site near the City of Estevan for further study. That reactor would aim to deliver at least 600 megawatts of power, the province says. This is a developing story, with more details to come.
