Four GHD projects recognized at the Consulting Engineers of Alberta Showcase Awards Gala

EDMONTON, Alberta — [4 May, 2026] — GHD, a global professional services company, was recognized at the recent Consulting Engineers of Alberta (CEA) Showcase Awards for four projects spanning community infrastructure, energy transition and sustainable design across Canada. 

“The projects span different sectors and regions, but each was shaped by local conditions, community interests and long‑term needs,” said Kerry Neil, General Manager for Western Canada at GHD. “Together, they show how innovative engineering supports sustainable infrastructure and evolving energy systems.” 

Among the projects honored are: 

The Kitasoo Quarry project established a locally operated, sustainable source of aggregate to support infrastructure in the remote coastal community of Klemtu, British Columbia. Led by the Kitasoo Xai’xais Development Corporation with engineering support from GHD, the project reduced reliance on imported materials delivered by barge while addressing logistical constraints, environmental sensitivity and technical complexity. The quarry has lowered construction costs, supported skills development and employment and strengthened long‑term local economic capacity. Environmental stewardship, Indigenous leadership and effective operational system has brought a community‑led approach that balances economic, environmental and cultural priorities. 

This feasibility study examined the potential to blend hydrogen into an existing high‑pressure natural gas transmission system in Alberta. As prime consultant, GHD evaluated material performance, fracture and fatigue behaviour, system hydraulics and component compatibility across a range of hydrogen blend scenarios. The study defined safe operating limits and identified technical requirements for hydrogen readiness, providing TC Energy with critical insights to support future evaluation of hydrogen integration across its network.

DNV Canada Ltd. and GHD completed a comprehensive assessment of hydrogen blending across Enbridge Gas’s natural gas system, which serves more than 3.9 million customers. The study evaluated technical compatibility, safety, risk and greenhouse gas impacts across transmission, compression, distribution, metering, regulating and end‑use infrastructure. Conducted in accordance with CSA Z662‑23 engineering assessment requirements, the work applied advanced engineering assessments, quantitative risk analysis, GIS mapping and techno‑economic and GHG modelling to support development of a hydrogen-blending technical readiness roadmap. View the project case study: Enabling the hydrogen economy with Enbridge through existing gas infrastructure.

Led by the Gitga’at First Nation, this hydroelectric‑powered facility produces green hydrogen using electrolysis and is located approximately 12 kilometres from Hartley Bay in British Columbia, the Gitga’at First Nation’s home community. The project delivers a low‑carbon energy solution in a remote region with strong renewable resources while addressing technical and logistical challenges. The facility supports long‑term viability, capacity building and sustainable resource supply, providing a model for remote communities pursuing clean energy solutions.

About GHD

GHD is a leading professional services company operating in the global markets of water, energy and resources, environment, property and buildings, and transportation. Committed to a vision to make water, energy, and communities sustainable for generations to come, GHD delivers advisory, digital, engineering, architecture, environmental and construction solutions to public and private sector clients. Established in 1928 and privately owned by its people, GHD’s network of 12,000+ professionals is connected across 165 offices located on five continents.