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Hydro One — Hydro One Networks — Technical Presentation (June 2008)
17 slides from Hydro One's technical presentation, Jun 23, 2008
Slide 1: Hydro One Networks: Supply to Essex County
Hydro One Networks Supply to Essex County Class Environmental Assessment Patty Staite Environmental Assessment Coordinator Engineering and Construction Services June 23, 2008
Slide 2: Definition of Need
Definition of Need • Prior to starting a transmission facility study, it is important to have a defined and justifiable need • OPA identified the needs for the Windsor Essex area and presented two alternative solutions • Hydro One’s role is to assess the alternatives, recommend a preferred alternati
Slide 3: Supply to Essex County: Alternative Transmission Options, April 2008
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Slide 4: Approval Requirements
Approval Requirements Ontario Environmental Assessment (EA) Act The facilities are subject to provincial Environmental Assessment Act approval in accordance with the Class Environmental Assessment for Minor Transmission Facilities, as a precursor to any other separate approvals. Ontario Energy Board
Slide 5: Environmental Planning Process
Environmental Planning Process The potential effects of the two alternatives were assessed using the following broad categories: • Natural environment • Cultural factors • Agricultural criteria • Socio-economic information • Technical and cost considerations
Slide 6: Key Sources of Information
Key Sources of Information • Ministry of Natural Resources • Aboriginal communities • Aerial photography • Consultation with local planners and municipal official plans • Conservation Authorities • Fieldwork • Local distribution companies and Ontario Power Authority • Public consultation
Slide 7: Public Consultation
Public Consultation • In April 2008, advertisements were placed in newspapers and flyers delivered to announce the project. These described the undertaking, maps were provided and details were given with regards to the public information centres (PICs). − Newspaper advertisements were placed in 10 l
Slide 8: Public Information Centres
Public Information Centres Location Date Attendance Woodslee: April 16, 2008 30 Millen Community Centre Leamington: Royal April 17, 2008 33 Canadian Legion, Branch 84 Tecumseh: April 22, 2008 14 Tecumseh Arena
Slide 9: Transmission Alternative Preference
Transmission Alternative Preference Woodslee Leamington Tecumseh Total PIC PIC PIC Alternative 1 2 5 2 9 Alternative 2 6 12 1 19 No 2 2 preference Did not say 1 1
Slide 10: Natural Environment
Natural Environment Potential effects of the project were considered on the following components of the natural environment: • Significant woodlots • Watercourses/municipal drains • Species at Risk
Slide 11: Cultural Factors
Cultural Factors Cultural factors taken into account were: • Built heritage • Landscape features • Archaeologically significant areas
Slide 12: Agricultural Criteria
Agricultural Criteria Basic agricultural information was assessed, for example: • Soil capability • Greenhouse locations
Slide 13: Socio-Economic Information
Socio-Economic Information Socio-economic data was collected and analyzed from maps, fieldwork and PICs: • Potential effects on properties and settlement patterns • Commercial activities (business activities close to the rights-of-way or in the study area) • Recreational facilities • Provincial Poli
Slide 14: Technical and Cost Considerations
Technical and Cost Considerations • These considerations were taken into account as discussed by OPA
Slide 15: Results of the Comparison
Results of the Comparison • When all the information was analyzed and compared for both study areas, the project team agreed that Alternative 2 is the preferred option. • As a result, we plan to move forward with: – a new 230 kV line on the Hydro One owned right-of- way between Sandwich Junction and
Slide 16: Supply To Essex: Sandwich JCT to Lauzon TS
Supply To Essex: Sandwich JCT to Lauzon TS
Slide 17: Supply To Essex: Alternatives Within the Leamington Area
Supply To Essex: Alternatives Within the Leamington Area
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