Charlottetown

Turning tree waste into energy

By converting biomass and solid waste into heat and power, Enwave's innovative system reduces landfill methane and greenhouse gas emissions that would otherwise result from the use of fuel oil for heat and power production.

Overview

Heat from household waste

As the adage goes, one person’s trash is another’s treasure. Our Prince Edward Island district energy plant converts municipal solid waste and biomass to energy. Not only does this dramatically reduce the volume of waste that ends up in landfill on the island, it reduces the use of fuel oil otherwise needed for heat and power and the associated greenhouse gas emissions. The added flexibility to switch between fuel types also enhances reliability and controls costs.

Reliability at the island's largest hospital

With round-the-clock patient care, hospitals and other health care facilities depend on reliable energy. At the Queen Elizabeth Hospital in Charlottetown, Enwave’s district energy system supplies heat, hot water and equipment sterilization, keeping critical systems running smoothly and energy costs predictable.

Keeping costs down on campus

Enwave helps create comfortable environments for students and staff at the University of Prince Edward Island’s campus. District energy can be more reliable and cost-effective than traditional heating alternatives, especially for energy-intensive buildings.