Name of the Project
Isle-Maligne hydroelectric power station refurbishment.
Location
The project is located in Alma, in Saguenay-Lac-Saint-Jean region of Quebec, in Canada.
Project Owner/s
Rio Tinto.
Project Description
Rio Tinto is refurbishing the Isle-Maligne hydroelectric power station, which was commissioned 94 years ago, to continue its production of low-carbon aluminium.
The project entails replacing the valves used to cut off the water flow in the plant if required.
Potential Job Creation
Not stated.
Capital Expenditure
Not stated.
Planned Start/End Date
The work will be undertaken over five years, starting in the second quarter of 2021.
Latest Developments
None stated.
Key Contracts, Suppliers and Consultants
Canmec (valve replacement).
Contact Details for Project Information
Rio Tinto, Malika Cherry, email malika.cherry@riotinto.com.