Strengthening energy reliability through critical pipeline expansion
Energy demand across Canada is placing increased pressure on existing natural gas infrastructure. Without timely expansion, capacity constraints could limit supply and impact reliability, slowing economic growth. To address this challenge, there are proposals to expand existing pipeline systems, adding approximately 85 miles (137 kilometers) of new pipeline and compressor facilities alongside upgrades to existing stations. Additionally, new high-voltage power connections will support electric-driven compressors and improve operational efficiency. Together, these upgrades will significantly increase transportation capacity by 2028, strengthening system performance and ensuring energy can move where it’s needed, when it’s needed.
Jacobs is delivering environmental and regulatory services to support this complex, multi-site program. We provide permitting, environmental planning and compliance services to enable the project to meet regulatory requirements. Our work builds on a relationship with this client spanning more than 35 years, supporting safe, reliable operation and expansion of critical energy infrastructure across North America.
We leverage digital tools to support the program in practical ways — using Alluvial to track permits along the route and Engage AI to manage information requests more efficiently. We use another digital solution developed in-house to capture and report data in real-time, while its centralized data management capabilities enable us to understand environmental constraints and requirements in near-real-time. Creating opportunities for indigenous businesses and communities is also a priority — more than 40 indigenous-owned or affiliated businesses are supporting across the program. By combining environmental experience with digital delivery, we’re strengthening energy reliability and resiliency for the region.
