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With clean energy production on the rise and an attractive ecosystem for industrial projects, Nova Scotia offers unmatched advantages for companies ready to lead the low-carbon economy.
From strategic logistics and renewable energy access to land availability and global market reach, our East Coast Canadian province is more than just an energy source — it’s a platform for sustainable industrial success.
Don’t just take my word for it — major global players are investing in Nova Scotia’s clean energy future. EverWind Fuels is advancing one of North America’s first large-scale green hydrogen and ammonia production facilities. Just down the road, Bear Head Energy is developing a complementary hydrogen and ammonia export project, leveraging Nova Scotia’s strategic Atlantic location. Meanwhile, Simply Blue Group is developing a production facility for sustainable aviation fuel using green hydrogen and biomass.
These aren’t concepts — they’re real projects, backed by real investment, moving forward right now.
So why Nova Scotia?
As global industries race to decarbonize, green hydrogen is emerging as a cornerstone of the clean energy transition — and we’re poised to be a leading supplier. With global manufacturers like Michelin who has called the province home for over 50 years, to Port Hawkesbury Paper, now is the time for companies expand their search horizons and explore industrial development opportunities in this growing Canadian region.
Strategic, Scalable, and Sustainable
Whether you're an energy-intensive manufacturer, a transportation company seeking low-carbon fuel, or a tech company aiming to decarbonize operations, we offer a powerful combination of advantages, including future access to green hydrogen and offshore wind.
Industrial Land with Room to Grow
Nova Scotia offers ample industrial land around the province near the planned hydrogen production facilities. Our provincial infrastructure is in place, and there's plenty of room to expand as your needs grow.
World-Class Logistics Infrastructure
Nova Scotia is globally connected through modern, multimodal transportation systems including:
The Canadian National Railway’s (CN) main line runs through Nova Scotia, facilitating efficient cargo movement across Canada and into the U.S. Midwest.
The Port of Halifax is the closest North American container port to Europe, the Mediterranean, and the Suez Canal. Shipping times, and therefore emissions, are reduced, with cargo arriving a full day sooner than any other mainland East Coast port.
Halifax is also two hours closer to Europe by air than any other North American city — a critical advantage for time-sensitive operations and transatlantic collaboration.
Low-Carbon, Cost-Effective Energy Supply
Nova Scotia is transitioning to a renewable electricity standard, making green hydrogen production and usage even more sustainable. Industrial users have access to 100% renewable energy with electricity costs significantly lower than European averages — an attractive proposition for energy-intensive sectors.
Nova Scotia is issuing its first offshore wind call for bids in 2025, with a target to issue licences for up to 5 GW of offshore wind energy by 2030.
Preferential Market Access via Trade Agreements
With the Canada-EU Comprehensive Economic and Trade Agreement (CETA) and 14 other free trade agreements covering 51 countries, Canadian operations benefit from:
This global reach makes Nova Scotia a strong base for export-oriented industries that want to capitalize on clean energy while improving market agility. Doing business in Nova Scotia offers a friendly, collaborative environment, a proactive ecosystem for clean energy development, and a supportive government.
Time Zone Advantage
We share the same workday as both Europe and North America making it easier to coordinate with global teams and customers in real-time. This time zone overlap enables faster decision-making and stronger collaboration.
Tailored Incentives to Support Growth
Federal and provincial programs support business expansion and related industrial activities. We work with companies to design custom support packages.
If you’d like to learn more, I will be in Rotterdam May 20 - 22, 2025 to attend the World Hydrogen Summit & Exhibition. If you wish to connect, either in person or virtually, please send me a message.
Explore the opportunities. Invest in Nova Scotia.
