Energy Supply

The baseload energy supply for the Routes 1,2, 3, and 6 corridors will be based on Renewable Energy. (Solar, Wind and “Waste to Energy” solutions)

Where it is not possible to use renewable energy solutions then adequately sided gas-fired power plants will be implemented. (For example in existing built-up areas where limited space is available)

The core pipeline for natural gas will run parallel to and be incorporated into the corridors.

The railways, high-way systems, and energy high voltage power lines will also run along the entirety of the corridors.

When suitable and required, solar and WtE plants will be connected to supplement the supply, even as off-grid options.

The Power Plant Network

The current energy requirements for the Corridors as a whole indicate an effective extra power requirement of between 5 GW and 7 GW. Modular expansion must be designed and planned for in the power planning to account for the next 50 year’s energy consumption requirements.

The power plants for each Beacon City will be sized adequately. However, it will primarily feed into the core national Corridor high-voltage network. This will also allow integration with the current grid when necessary.

The High-Voltage Power Lines

The Corridors’ power transmission will be based on a 700 kV power line that will link to the current grid when suitable. To meet future load requirements and safety standards, the present grid network must be examined.

The energy supply will be planned and designed keeping in mind the energy requirements for the next 50 years.