Where Alberta energy powers the digital future
Alberta has several advantages that make it attractive for digital infrastructure investment, including reliable energy resources, a cool climate and a highly educated, experienced talent pool.
With its long history of energy development, the Pincher Creek area is well-suited for this type of development. Pairing power infrastructure with digital infrastructure allows Alberta to upgrade its abundant natural gas resources into a more valuable output – digital information exported throughout North America.
The opportunity for Pincher Creek
Capturing the next generation of value for the community from legacy energy infrastructure.
Skilled jobs
Construction and operations bring new employment and skill development opportunities.
Income generation
New income streams for employees, suppliers, contractors and other businesses in the region.
Investment
The power generation facility and data centre could be among the largest investments in the region’s history.
Tax revenue
Long-term contributions to local and provincial tax revenues.
Energy leadership
Reinforce southern Alberta as a global energy leader past and present.
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Why is this location special?
Certain features of this site make it attractive for digital infrastructure.
- Fully reliable 24/7 power generation
- No need to use freshwater
- Industrial site: no farmland impact
- Existing natural gas connection
Adjacent to high-speed fibre infrastructure - Existing grid access and substation
- Future possibility of permanent carbon storage directly below the site
The Pincher Creek advantage
Data centres are currently attracting public attention and community concern. But not all data centres are the same.
The Captus development will not use freshwater for cooling. It will not impact any local water reservoir. Non-potable water will be treated and used in a closed-loop system.
Since the power will be generated on-site from Alberta natural gas, local electricity prices will not be affected. The project will be on industrial land well removed from populated areas, limiting the noise and visual impact. The cold winter climate helps too, reducing the energy demand for cooling the computing equipment.
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The Pincher Creek energy industry legacy means all key infrastructure is in place
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Fully reliable power generation with existing grid access
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Adjacent to high-speed fibre optic infrastructure for data export
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Connected to existing natural gas system
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Energy industry expertise resides locally and nearby in Calgary
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