US EditionNova Scotia to speed up environmental reviews for clean energy projects
- On May 8, 2025, Nova Scotia announced it will accelerate environmental reviews for clean energy projects, including biomass and small modular reactors.
- This move follows March legislation that lifted moratoriums on fracking and uranium mining, and builds on 2023 consultations on review process changes.
- Large biomass, biogas, clean fuel, and small modular reactor projects are now Class 1, allowing approval within 50 days instead of over two years for Class 2 projects.
- Environment Minister Tim Halman emphasized that accelerating construction is essential for fulfilling the province’s goals related to climate action and energy security under the updated Class 1 system.
- While industry groups support simplified regulations for economic growth and jobs, environmental advocates criticize limited consultation and ongoing transparency issues.
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Nova Scotia - Environmental Assessment Changes Reinforce Commitment to Fight Climate Change, Move to Clean Economy
Changes to Nova Scotia's environmental assessment process will help speed up the province's transition to clean energy, fight climate change faster, grow the economy and support sustainable de. . .
Environmental assessment changes reinforce commitment to fight climate change, move to clean economy
From a release HALIFAX: Changes to Nova Scotia’s environmental assessment process will help speed up the province’s transition to clean energy, fight climate change faster, grow the economy and support sustainable development, the Minister of Environment and Climate Change said.The changes create a more streamlined and clear path for clean energy projects, which will help Nova Scotia move to a clean economy faster, and make it easier for Nova Sc…
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