MONTREAL, Feb. 21, 2017 /CNW Telbec/ - SNC-Lavalin (TSX:
SNC) is pleased to announce that its work on Alterra Power Corp.
and Axium Infrastructure Inc.'s Jimmie Creek Hydroelectric Project
won Clean Energy BC's Project Excellence award at its annual
Generate 2016 conference in Vancouver.
As part of an engineering, procurement, construction, management
contract awarded in 2014 for the Jimmie Creek Hydroelectric
Project, SNC-Lavalin was also mandated to provide environmental
supervision and transmission line design services.
Clean Energy BC's mission is to promote and support the growth
of British Columbia's clean energy
industry, building strong relationships with government, First
Nations and environmental organizations to improve the sector's
social license. Every year, the Project Excellence distinction is
presented to an operating company for outstanding teamwork, project
development and execution. Nominations are based on the quality of
the accomplishment as well as the company's ability to meet safety,
budget, schedule, and performance criteria.
The Jimmie Creek Hydroelectric Project was designed with unique
green features that respect the natural flow and distribution of
the creek, which is located in the Toba Valley in Klahoose, First
Nation territory. With an installed capacity of 62 MW, it provides
some 14,000 local residents with renewable power.
This project also boasts 748,316 person-hours worked without a
lost time injury. Since construction began, the project has
provided local communities and First Nations with apprenticeships,
employment and significant contracting opportunities.
"Klahoose First Nation is pleased with the award for the Jimmie
Creek project. To be a part of such a remarkable and successful
project and to receive this accolade is rewarding. Our partnership
with Alterra Power, Axium and
SNC-Lavalin is exceptional and the enriching experience has forged
a cohesive bond through this project," said Chief James Delorme, Klahoose First Nation.
"Congratulations to all parties who were part of this successful
project, including Alterra Power,
Axium, Klahoose First Nation and SNC-Lavalin employees—this award
is well deserved," said François Vitez, Vice-President, Business
Development, Hydro & Power Delivery, SNC-Lavalin.
About SNC-Lavalin
Founded in 1911,
SNC-Lavalin is one of the leading engineering and construction
groups in the world and a major player in the ownership of
infrastructure. From offices in over 50 countries, SNC-Lavalin's
employees are proud to build what matters. Our teams provide
engineering, procurement, construction, completions and
commissioning services together with a range of sustaining capital
services to clients in our four industry sectors: oil and gas,
mining and metallurgy, infrastructure and power. SNC-Lavalin can
also combine these services with its financing and operations and
maintenance capabilities to provide complete end-to-end project
solutions. www.snclavalin.com
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