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CBC
2 days ago
- Business
- CBC
Is the Yukon's ambitious plan to connect to B.C.'s power grid even a good idea?
It's big, bold and expensive: just the kind of project that would appear to meet the moment for Prime Minister Mark Carney's call for nation-building projects from Canada's premiers. Late last month, the Yukon and B.C governments signed a memorandum pledging to work together to study the idea of a 765-kilometre power line that would connect the territory to the rest of the North American power grid. Ottawa is putting up $40 million to help fund a feasibility study. And earlier this week, Pillai lobbied both his fellow premiers and federal cabinet ministers for infrastructure money, including for the grid connection. "A grid intertie between both the Yukon and British Columbia is something that is extremely expensive," Pillai acknowledged this week. "It's a major project, but it's a nation-building project." But is it a good idea? A 2016 study put the cost of a line to Iskut, B.C., at $1.7 billion. The Yukon government admits the cost has only gone up since then, but one Whitehorse engineer says he's worried officials don't fully grasp how expensive the project would actually be. John Maissan said a decade of inflation would put the cost at more than $2.1 billion today. But he said it makes more sense to calculate the growth in costs using the Handy Whitman Index, which specifically tracks the costs of electrical equipment and installation. Using that index, Maissan said the cost is likely to top $3.2 billion and even that might be a conservative estimate. And unless Ottawa is willing to to foot the entire capital cost of the project, he said, Yukon consumers could be facing major rate hikes, on top of one already before the Yukon Utilities Board. "I think right now, under present conditions, it just doesn't add up," Maissan said. The idea, from the Yukon side, is to tap into B.C.'s grid for a new supply of electricity, mostly generated by B.C. Hydro. But Maissan said it's not even clear that B.C. would have the spare power to sell. "My understanding is their renewable energy is pretty much fully committed and any surplus they might have for whatever reason typically gets sold, I believe, into California, where the electricity rates are quite a bit higher," he said. The Vancouver Sun reported Wednesday that B.C. Energy Minister Adrian Dix issued a call for private-sector projects to add baseload power to the provincial energy grid as the government also plans to shut down natural gas power plants to help meet emissions targets. The province is also trying to fast-track major projects, including critical mineral mines, which will have major power requirements. The Yukon is trying to pitch itself as a major source of critical minerals, with Pillai touting "a potential of $200 billion in mineral production." "It's about mining, it's about sustainable energy sources for the Yukon so there can be growth," he said. "There's going to be growth." Pillai denied the grid tie is related to any one single mining project. But the Casino project, a massive gold-silver-copper-molybdenum mine planned for Crown land northwest of Carmacks, will need huge amounts of power. And the $40 million for the grid tie's feasibility study came from a federal fund to promote critical mineral development. Company documents project Casino will need installed generating capacity of 200 MW. By comparison, existing capacity in the Yukon is 148 MW. Right now, Western Copper and Gold, the company behind Casino, plans to build its own power plants that would run on liquefied natural gas, with a small amount of diesel backup. Western Copper and Gold was also sure to issue a news release welcoming the $40 million for the grid tie study. "A potential future pathway to hydro grid power would be transformative, allowing the project's critical minerals to be produced while minimizing its carbon footprint," said CEO Sandeep Singh. But Casino is years away from regulatory approval, to say nothing of production. The company is expected to file its environmental and socio-economic statement to the Yukon Environmental and Socio-economic Assessment Board in July and the project is undergoing a panel review, the most exhaustive level of regulatory screening in the territory. Rosa Brown, an energy analyst with the Pembina Institute, said the sheer scale of the grid tie project might be what makes it appealing to Ottawa. "The words that are being used [are] energy security, resiliency, that sort of thing," she said. "So it definitely seems to fall under the mandate of what we're hearing from the federal government." But Maisson, the retired engineer, thinks it would make more sense for the Yukon to look after its own power needs with smaller projects like grid-scale batteries hooked to wind turbines and the waylaid Atlin hydro expansion. "The feds wouldn't have to pay for the entire cost for these projects, but helping them along could could make them economic and could keep our our electricity prices stable in the longer term," he said.
Arab News
7 days ago
- Business
- Arab News
CASA-1000 power line project with Pakistan to be completed next year — Tajikistan minister
ISLAMABAD: Tajikistan's Deputy Minister for Energy Jamshed Shoimzoda has said a $1.2 billion Western-backed project to build a power line between Central Asia and South Asia would be completed by December next year, state news agency APP reported on Monday. The CASA-1000 project, launched in 2016, aims to allow Tajikistan and Kyrgyzstan, former Soviet republics with an extensive network of hydroelectric power plants, to sell excess energy to Pakistan and Afghanistan in the summer months. The project, initially meant to allow the export of electricity to Afghanistan and Pakistan by 2020, has been stalled for years by turmoil in Afghanistan. Tajikistan and Kyrgyzstan generate most of their energy from hydropower plants built on the rivers that flow into Kazakhstan, Turkmenistan and Uzbekistan. Tajikistan and Kyrgyzstan limit water release during summer due to lower power demand, angering their neighbors who need water for irrigation. The five countries have failed to reach an agreement after decades of negotiations. The new power line could smooth flows as power demand in Pakistan peaks during the summer months. 'Major energy project, CASA-1000 between Pakistan and Tajikistan, will be completed by December 2026, which will start providing 1000 MW of electricity to Pakistan,' Shoimzoda said in an interview to APP. 'This grand project will take time to be operational by January 2027, after which bilateral cooperation in the energy sector between the two countries will be further promoted and there will be a new beginning of clean and green energy projects in both countries.' Tajikistan aims to completely switch to green energy and zero emission by 2027. 'The transmission capacity of the CASA-1000 energy project will be 1,300 megawatts, which will be an energy link between Tajikistan, Pakistan, and Afghanistan to provide clean energy not only to regional countries but also fill the need of Pakistan's industrial sector,' Shoimzoda said. 'Massive infrastructural projects will be beneficial for all of its stakeholders by fulfilling energy needs and strengthening regional connectivity.' Shoimzoda said Tajikistan has the capacity to export 10 billion kilowatt of energy annually, which would benefit all countries in the region, including Pakistan. Tajikistan also currently has the capacity to generate 500 billion KW of electricity, the highest among regional countries in hydel power. The minister said Tajikistan was already providing electricity to other regional countries, including Afghanistan, and in the future would create a regional energy hub, to 'usher in a new era of sustainable energy production and economic prosperity in the region.' The United States was initially involved in financing the 1,200-km-long line as part of its New Silk Road initiative to integrate Afghanistan with Central Asia. Other project sponsors have included the World Bank, Islamic Development Bank, the UK Department for International Development, and the European Bank for Reconstruction and Development.
Associated Press
7 days ago
- Automotive
- Associated Press
MaxLinear and Comtrend Announce Availability of EV Charging Station Powerline Data Modules
CARLSBAD, Calif.--(BUSINESS WIRE)--Jun 2, 2025-- MaxLinear, Inc. (Nasdaq: MXL) and Comtrend announced today the availability of ITU-T standards-based powerline data modules for EV Charging Stations (EVSE) backend communication, including data centers and smart parking extensions. This press release features multimedia. View the full release here: MaxLinear's enables Comtrend's powerline data modules to accelerate EV Charger installations. Using MaxLinear technology (data-over-powerline), Comtrend's innovative powerline data module series collects and transfers data from power meters in EV charging infrastructure (EVSE) and IoT devices without the need for new cable installations. Comtrend leverages existing electrical powerlines for data communication, providing a scalable and hassle-free solution. This approach is particularly effective in underground concrete environments, where charging stations are frequently installed and other technologies lack reliability. Comtrend PM 1540 key benefits include: - No new wiring required – uses existing electrical wires for data transmission. - Lower latency, higher speeds, and greater stability than traditional methods. - Real-time connectivity. - Significant cost savings vs. LAN, Wi-Fi, or 4G solutions. - Simplified installation — reduced complexity, time, and no need for additional infrastructure. - Supports an electric wire domain of up to 250 nodes for large-scale deployments. - Strong signal transmission reaching up to 700 meters with up to 16 levels of signal repetition. For additional information on the Comtrend PM 1540: 'The electric vehicle industry has grown at an unprecedented rate in recent years. We are thrilled to partner with Comtrend to accelerate the installation of EV charging stations, addressing the industry's needs and meeting the rapidly increasing demand,' said Vikas Choudhary, Vice President of Connectivity and Storage Business at MaxLinear. Our product portfolio addresses a wide range of applications, including industrial IoT and Smart Grids, to proactively support the digital transformation of the industry.' 'Comtrend's Powerline Data Modules, powered by MaxLinear's cutting-edge technology, provide high-speed, secure, and reliable wired communication between EV charging stations and the smart grid,' said Vaclav Slehofer, Managing Director and Vice President of Comtrend Europe. 'By partnering with MaxLinear, we're bringing to market a cost-effective, easy-to-deploy and future-ready solution that ensures robust data connectivity for the evolving landscape of smart EV charging infrastructure.' Why MaxLinear for EV Charging? The versatility of the technology standard provides ultra-fast and reliable network connectivity for a wide range of markets and applications. works over any wiring infrastructure – coax, telephone wire, powerline, or Power-over-Fiber (POF). achieves very low latency while enforcing comprehensive Quality of Service (QoS) and delivering Gigabit speeds under any packet size. MaxLinear's baseband processors and analog front-end chipsets are fully ITU compliant and deliver physical data rates up to 2Gbps, the fastest performance in the industry. Deploying MaxLinear for EV charging stations enables seamless interoperability, efficiency, and low-cost deployments. Visit for an overview of MaxLinear's solutions. Why Comtrend for EV Charging? Comtrend EVSE solutions provide enhanced interoperability, integrating with various EV charging brands and smart grid systems, ensuring compatibility across different platforms and technologies. Comtrend's products are available now. For a full overview of Comtrend solutions for EV charging and other industrial IoT solutions, click here for more information. About MaxLinear, Inc. MaxLinear, Inc. (Nasdaq: MXL) is a leading provider of radio frequency (RF), analog, digital, and mixed-signal integrated circuits for access and connectivity, wired and wireless infrastructure, and industrial and multimarket applications. MaxLinear is headquartered in Carlsbad, California. For more information, please visit About Comtrend Comtrend has over 30 years of experience delivering high-quality broadband networking solutions to Service Providers. Comtrend offers a comprehensive lineup of solutions ranging from gateways to networking devices that provide clever coverage to innovative use cases or difficult-to-reach areas. Contact us today to learn more at Comtrend is a Member of the HomeGrid Forum. Cautionary Note About Forward-Looking Statements This press release contains forward-looking statements within the meaning of Section 27A of the Securities Act of 1933, as amended, and Section 21E of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934, as amended. Forward-looking statements include, among others, statements concerning or implying future financial performance, statements relating to MaxLinear's technology and the functionality, performance and benefits of such technology, statements about the potential market opportunity and rate of growth for MaxLinear's technology, statements relating to the partnership between MaxLinear and Comtrend, statements by our Vice President of Connectivity and Storage business and statements by the Managing Director and Vice President of Comtrend Europe. These forward-looking statements involve known and unknown risks, uncertainties, and other factors that may cause actual results to be materially different from any future results expressed or implied by the forward-looking statements and our future financial performance and operating results forecasts generally. Forward-looking statements are based on management's current, preliminary expectations and are subject to various risks and uncertainties. In particular, our future operating results are substantially dependent on our assumptions about market trends and conditions. Additional risks and uncertainties affecting our business, future operating results and financial condition include, without limitation; risks relating to the development, testing, and commercial introduction of new products and product functionalities; risks relating to our relationship with Comtrend; risks relating to our terminated merger with Silicon Motion and related arbitration and class action complaint and the risks related to potential payment of damages; the effect of intense and increasing competition; increased tariffs, export controls or imposition of other trade barriers; impacts of global economic conditions; the cyclical nature of the semiconductor industry; a significant variance in our operating results and impact on volatility in our stock price, and our ability to sustain our current level of revenue, which has previously declined, and/or manage future growth effectively, and the impact of excess inventory in the channel on our customers' expected demand for certain of our products and on our revenue; escalating trade wars, military conflicts and other geopolitical and economic tensions among the countries in which we conduct business; our ability to obtain or retain government authorization to export certain of our products or technology; risks related to the loss of, or a significant reduction in orders from major customers; costs of legal proceedings or potential violations of regulations; information technology failures; a decrease in the average selling prices of our products; failure to penetrate new applications and markets; development delays and consolidation trends in our industry; inability to make substantial research and development investments; delays or expenses caused by undetected defects or bugs in our products; substantial quarterly and annual fluctuations in our revenue and operating results; failure to timely develop and introduce new or enhanced products; order and shipment uncertainties; failure to accurately predict our future revenue and appropriately budget expenses; lengthy and expensive customer qualification processes; customer product plan cancellations; failure to maintain compliance with government regulations; failure to attract and retain qualified personnel; any adverse impact of rising interest rates on us, our customers, and our distributors and related demand; risks related to compliance with privacy, data protection and cybersecurity laws and regulations; risks related to conforming our products to industry standards; risks related to business acquisitions and investments; claims of intellectual property infringement; our ability to protect our intellectual property; risks related to security vulnerabilities of our products; use of open source software in our products; and failure to manage our relationships with, or negative impacts from, third parties. In addition to these risks and uncertainties, investors should review the risks and uncertainties contained in our filings with the Securities and Exchange Commission, including our Current Reports on Form 8-K, as well as the information to be set forth under the caption 'Risk Factors' in MaxLinear's Quarterly Report on Form 10-Q for the quarter ended March 31, 2025. All forward-looking statements are based on the estimates, projections and assumptions of management as of the date of this press release, and MaxLinear is under no obligation (and expressly disclaims any such obligation) to update or revise any forward-looking statements whether as a result of new information, future events, or otherwise. View source version on CONTACT: MaxLinear, Inc. Press Contact: Debbie Brandenburg Sr. Marketing Communications Manager Tel: +1 669.265.6083 [email protected] KEYWORD: CALIFORNIA EUROPE UNITED STATES NORTH AMERICA INDUSTRY KEYWORD: HARDWARE IOT (INTERNET OF THINGS) DATA MANAGEMENT ENERGY GREEN TECHNOLOGY TECHNOLOGY EV/ELECTRIC VEHICLES ENVIRONMENT 5G AUTOMOTIVE SOFTWARE NETWORKS INTERNET UTILITIES MOBILE/WIRELESS SOURCE: MaxLinear, Inc. Copyright Business Wire 2025. PUB: 06/02/2025 03:05 AM/DISC: 06/02/2025 03:04 AM
Yahoo
7 days ago
- Business
- Yahoo
MaxLinear and Comtrend Announce Availability of EV Charging Station Powerline Data Modules
MaxLinear Technology enables Comtrend's powerline data modules to accelerate EV charger installations CARLSBAD, Calif., June 02, 2025--(BUSINESS WIRE)--MaxLinear, Inc. (Nasdaq: MXL) and Comtrend announced today the availability of ITU-T standards-based powerline data modules for EV Charging Stations (EVSE) backend communication, including data centers and smart parking extensions. Using MaxLinear technology (data-over-powerline), Comtrend's innovative powerline data module series collects and transfers data from power meters in EV charging infrastructure (EVSE) and IoT devices without the need for new cable installations. Comtrend leverages existing electrical powerlines for data communication, providing a scalable and hassle-free solution. This approach is particularly effective in underground concrete environments, where charging stations are frequently installed and other technologies lack reliability. Comtrend PM 1540 key benefits include: - No new wiring required – uses existing electrical wires for data transmission.- Lower latency, higher speeds, and greater stability than traditional methods.- Real-time connectivity.- Significant cost savings vs. LAN, Wi-Fi, or 4G solutions.- Simplified installation — reduced complexity, time, and no need for additional infrastructure.- Supports an electric wire domain of up to 250 nodes for large-scale deployments.- Strong signal transmission reaching up to 700 meters with up to 16 levels of signal repetition. For additional information on the Comtrend PM 1540: Watch the overview video Download the datasheet "The electric vehicle industry has grown at an unprecedented rate in recent years. We are thrilled to partner with Comtrend to accelerate the installation of EV charging stations, addressing the industry's needs and meeting the rapidly increasing demand," said Vikas Choudhary, Vice President of Connectivity and Storage Business at MaxLinear. Our product portfolio addresses a wide range of applications, including industrial IoT and Smart Grids, to proactively support the digital transformation of the industry." "Comtrend's Powerline Data Modules, powered by MaxLinear's cutting-edge technology, provide high-speed, secure, and reliable wired communication between EV charging stations and the smart grid," said Vaclav Slehofer, Managing Director and Vice President of Comtrend Europe. "By partnering with MaxLinear, we're bringing to market a cost-effective, easy-to-deploy and future-ready solution that ensures robust data connectivity for the evolving landscape of smart EV charging infrastructure." Why MaxLinear for EV Charging? The versatility of the technology standard provides ultra-fast and reliable network connectivity for a wide range of markets and applications. works over any wiring infrastructure – coax, telephone wire, powerline, or Power-over-Fiber (POF). achieves very low latency while enforcing comprehensive Quality of Service (QoS) and delivering Gigabit speeds under any packet size. MaxLinear's baseband processors and analog front-end chipsets are fully ITU compliant and deliver physical data rates up to 2Gbps, the fastest performance in the industry. Deploying MaxLinear for EV charging stations enables seamless interoperability, efficiency, and low-cost deployments. Visit for an overview of MaxLinear's solutions. Why Comtrend for EV Charging? Comtrend EVSE solutions provide enhanced interoperability, integrating with various EV charging brands and smart grid systems, ensuring compatibility across different platforms and technologies. Comtrend's products are available now. For a full overview of Comtrend solutions for EV charging and other industrial IoT solutions, click here for more information. About MaxLinear, Inc. MaxLinear, Inc. (Nasdaq: MXL) is a leading provider of radio frequency (RF), analog, digital, and mixed-signal integrated circuits for access and connectivity, wired and wireless infrastructure, and industrial and multimarket applications. MaxLinear is headquartered in Carlsbad, California. For more information, please visit About Comtrend Comtrend has over 30 years of experience delivering high-quality broadband networking solutions to Service Providers. Comtrend offers a comprehensive lineup of solutions ranging from gateways to networking devices that provide clever coverage to innovative use cases or difficult-to-reach areas. Contact us today to learn more at Comtrend is a Member of the HomeGrid Forum. Cautionary Note About Forward-Looking Statements This press release contains forward-looking statements within the meaning of Section 27A of the Securities Act of 1933, as amended, and Section 21E of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934, as amended. Forward-looking statements include, among others, statements concerning or implying future financial performance, statements relating to MaxLinear's technology and the functionality, performance and benefits of such technology, statements about the potential market opportunity and rate of growth for MaxLinear's technology, statements relating to the partnership between MaxLinear and Comtrend, statements by our Vice President of Connectivity and Storage business and statements by the Managing Director and Vice President of Comtrend Europe. These forward-looking statements involve known and unknown risks, uncertainties, and other factors that may cause actual results to be materially different from any future results expressed or implied by the forward-looking statements and our future financial performance and operating results forecasts generally. Forward-looking statements are based on management's current, preliminary expectations and are subject to various risks and uncertainties. In particular, our future operating results are substantially dependent on our assumptions about market trends and conditions. Additional risks and uncertainties affecting our business, future operating results and financial condition include, without limitation; risks relating to the development, testing, and commercial introduction of new products and product functionalities; risks relating to our relationship with Comtrend; risks relating to our terminated merger with Silicon Motion and related arbitration and class action complaint and the risks related to potential payment of damages; the effect of intense and increasing competition; increased tariffs, export controls or imposition of other trade barriers; impacts of global economic conditions; the cyclical nature of the semiconductor industry; a significant variance in our operating results and impact on volatility in our stock price, and our ability to sustain our current level of revenue, which has previously declined, and/or manage future growth effectively, and the impact of excess inventory in the channel on our customers' expected demand for certain of our products and on our revenue; escalating trade wars, military conflicts and other geopolitical and economic tensions among the countries in which we conduct business; our ability to obtain or retain government authorization to export certain of our products or technology; risks related to the loss of, or a significant reduction in orders from major customers; costs of legal proceedings or potential violations of regulations; information technology failures; a decrease in the average selling prices of our products; failure to penetrate new applications and markets; development delays and consolidation trends in our industry; inability to make substantial research and development investments; delays or expenses caused by undetected defects or bugs in our products; substantial quarterly and annual fluctuations in our revenue and operating results; failure to timely develop and introduce new or enhanced products; order and shipment uncertainties; failure to accurately predict our future revenue and appropriately budget expenses; lengthy and expensive customer qualification processes; customer product plan cancellations; failure to maintain compliance with government regulations; failure to attract and retain qualified personnel; any adverse impact of rising interest rates on us, our customers, and our distributors and related demand; risks related to compliance with privacy, data protection and cybersecurity laws and regulations; risks related to conforming our products to industry standards; risks related to business acquisitions and investments; claims of intellectual property infringement; our ability to protect our intellectual property; risks related to security vulnerabilities of our products; use of open source software in our products; and failure to manage our relationships with, or negative impacts from, third parties. In addition to these risks and uncertainties, investors should review the risks and uncertainties contained in our filings with the Securities and Exchange Commission, including our Current Reports on Form 8-K, as well as the information to be set forth under the caption "Risk Factors" in MaxLinear's Quarterly Report on Form 10-Q for the quarter ended March 31, 2025. All forward-looking statements are based on the estimates, projections and assumptions of management as of the date of this press release, and MaxLinear is under no obligation (and expressly disclaims any such obligation) to update or revise any forward-looking statements whether as a result of new information, future events, or otherwise. View source version on Contacts MaxLinear, Inc. Press Contact:Debbie BrandenburgSr. Marketing Communications ManagerTel: +1 669.265.6083dbrandenburg@ Error in retrieving data Sign in to access your portfolio Error in retrieving data Error in retrieving data Error in retrieving data Error in retrieving data
CTV News
17-05-2025
- Climate
- CTV News
Thunderstorms leave thousands in the dark
Fire crews responding to a downed powerline in Springwater Twp., Ont., on Sat., May 17, 2025. (CTV News/Mike Lang)
