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Below: The Romaine-1 power station has two turbine- alternator groups. Downstream from the power station, the ecological reserved flow regime is modulated specifically according to the needs of Atlantic salmon, present in this part of the river
to sustainable development. Additionally, the project ensures environmental stewardship through ongoing follow-up efforts, extending up to 2040 in cooperation with local partners. Prominent figures in Québec’s government and
energy sector underscore the vital role of the Romaine complex. Premier François Legault took immense pride in inaugurating the complex, considering it an essential component of Québec’s energy future and
decarbonization goals. He acknowledged the legacy of visionary leaders like Jean Lesage, René Lévesque, and Robert Bourassa, who chose hydroelectricity as a cornerstone of the province’s energy transition. “I am very proud to inaugurate the Romaine facilities,
the largest hydropower complex since Baie-James, and a monument to Québec engineering,” he said. “This project is essential for our energy future, allowing us to meet Québec’s industrial needs for the next 100 years! I am especially proud that this project was carried out in partnership with the Innu nation, two great forces working together. Another source of pride is Hydro-Québec’s expertise and its standing as a global leader in hydroelectricity. Thanks to visionaries Jean Lesage, René Lévesque and Robert Bourassa, Québec chose hydroelectricity, clean energy that puts us way out in front for the energy transition. We need to capitalize on this strength to create more wealth while emitting less GHGs.” Pierre Fitzgibbon, Minister of Economy, Innovation, and Energy, emphasized the critical nature of investments in hydroelectricity and electrification to meet decarbonization objectives. “La Romaine is a symbol of what Québec can accomplish when we are bold and ambitious,” he said. Ian Lafrenière, Minister Responsible for Relations with the First Nations and the Inuit, recognized the importance of working closely with Indigenous communities to develop clean energy sources: “Incredibly proud of this partnership! The First Nations and Inuit are those who see the first signs of climate change. Clean energy sources must be developed hand in hand with the Indigenous communities. Together, our great nations will succeed in decarbonizing Québec.” Kateri Champagne Jourdain, Minister of Employment and MNA for Duplessis, underscored the immense pride of the Côte-Nord region and the remarkable economic spin-offs generated by the construction of the generating facilities, thereby contributing to Québec’s energy transition and economic prosperity: “Today is a historic day for the
Left: Romaine-2 power station has an impressive 5.5km feed gallery which transports water from the reservoir to the turbine-alternator groups
Below: Romaine-2 balance chimney. It is used to reduce excess water pressure from penstocks
Left: Romaine-2 dam is made of embankment and rockfill. It is 505m long and 109m high
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