Construction has begun for the Bekevar Wind Energy project in southeast Saskatchewan, which aims to generate 200 megawatts of clean, renewable energy. Workers have started excavating the site and pouring concrete for the windmill bases. The wind power project, consisting of 36 wind turbines, is expected to be completed by late fall 2024. The Bekevar … Continue reading Construction Underway for Bekevar Wind Energy Project in Saskatchewan
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EDF Renewables North America Places Multi-Year Order for Up to 7 GW of Canadian Solar’s Made-in-USA Modules
Canadian Solar Inc. (NASDAQ: CSIQ) and EDF Renewables North America today announced the signing of a multi-year module supply agreement to deliver up to 7-gigawatts (GW) of high efficiency N-type TOPCon solar modules to be produced at Canadian Solar’s new factory in Mesquite, Texas. Under the agreement, Canadian Solar will be supplying its latest high … Continue reading EDF Renewables North America Places Multi-Year Order for Up to 7 GW of Canadian Solar’s Made-in-USA Modules
Continue readingDesjardins Acquires a Portion of EDF Renewables Canada Inc.’s Stake in Cypress 1 & 2 Wind Projects
Desjardins Group Pension Plan and DGAM Global Private Infrastructure Fund II L.P. (together “Desjardins”) have closed on the acquisition of 37.5% of EDF Renewables Canada Inc.’s stake in the Cypress 1 & 2 Wind Projects. The Projects, located southeast of Medicine Hat, Alberta in Cypress County comprise a total 247-megawatt (MW) capacity. Desjardins now owns … Continue reading Desjardins Acquires a Portion of EDF Renewables Canada Inc.’s Stake in Cypress 1 & 2 Wind Projects
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Manitoba Plans to Boost Wind Power and Promote Conservation in Long-Term Energy Plan
Manitoba is considering the expansion of wind power and the implementation of measures to encourage energy conservation as part of a new long-term energy plan. The plan aims to address the province’s need to increase its current hydroelectric generating capacity of 6,600 megawatts by 2050. The government of Manitoba released a 20-page report on Friday, … Continue reading Manitoba Plans to Boost Wind Power and Promote Conservation in Long-Term Energy Plan
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Acciona Energía builds a new 280MW wind power project in Canada
Forty Mile will be completed in the first quarter of 2025, and it will be the company’s largest wind farm in North America. ACCIONA Energía has announced today the start of the construction of Forty Mile, a 280MW wind project in the County of Forty Mile No. 8 in Alberta, Canada. Forty Mile has been … Continue reading Acciona Energía builds a new 280MW wind power project in Canada
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Pattern Energy Begins Operations at Lanfine Wind Project in Alberta
Pattern Energy Group LP (Pattern Energy), a leader in renewable energy and transmission infrastructure, announced today it has completed construction and begun operation at its 150 megawatt (MW) Lanfine Wind power project in Alberta, Canada. “As one of the largest operators of wind power in Canada, Pattern continues to expand its presence with its first facility … Continue reading Pattern Energy Begins Operations at Lanfine Wind Project in Alberta
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Governments of Canada and Newfoundland and Labrador launch regional assessment to support future decisions on offshore wind projects in the province
Harnessing the power of wind can help deliver clean, affordable electricity to our homes and businesses, create jobs and local economic growth, and fight climate change for generations to come. Now is the time to secure that strong, healthy future for Canadians. The Governments of Canada and Newfoundland and Labrador have launched the start of … Continue reading Governments of Canada and Newfoundland and Labrador launch regional assessment to support future decisions on offshore wind projects in the province
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EDF Renewables North America Wins Three Wind Projects Totaling 570 MW in Quebec
Haute-Chaudière, Forêt Domaniale, and Madawaska wind energy projects selected in Hydro-Québec’s calls for tenders. EDF Renewables North America announced today that Hydro-Québec selected three of its wind projects representing 570 megawatts (MW) for wind energy supply contracts under two calls for tenders launched in December 2021. EDF Renewables won three of the seven wind project … Continue reading EDF Renewables North America Wins Three Wind Projects Totaling 570 MW in Quebec
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EDPR and Invest Alberta Sign Agreement Aimed at Expanded Renewable Energy Investment in Alberta, Canada
EDP Renewables North America LLC (EDPR NA) and Invest Alberta Corporation (IAC) signed a memorandum of understanding (MOU) at S&P Global’s CERAWeek committing both parties’ collaboration in spurring economic growth and high-quality job creation within the renewable energy sector in Alberta. As outlined in this MOU, EDPR NA plans to continue the development of three … Continue reading EDPR and Invest Alberta Sign Agreement Aimed at Expanded Renewable Energy Investment in Alberta, Canada
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Canada added 1.8 GW of solar and wind power in 2022
CanREA’s new industry data shows that Canada is just starting to take advantage of its wind, solar and energy storage potential. The Canadian Renewable Energy Association (CanREA) has announced the industry’s year-end data, reporting that Canada’s wind and solar energy sectors grew significantly in 2022. “I am happy to see that, across Canada, the sector … Continue reading Canada added 1.8 GW of solar and wind power in 2022
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Nordex wins order for more than 200 MW in Canada
At the end of 2022, the Nordex Group received an order for more than 200 MW in Canada. The Nordex Group will supply 36 N155/5.X wind turbines for a wind farm, which is expected to reach full commercial operation in 2024. The wind farm is being built in the Canadian province of Saskatchewan. In the … Continue reading Nordex wins order for more than 200 MW in Canada
Continue readingEnel Green Power moving forward on new wind power project in Alberta
The 152 MW Grizzly Bear Creek wind farm is slated for completion by the end of 2022. The wind farm Enel Green Power’s fourth in Alberta and will bring the company’s total installed capacity to over 360 MW in the province. Enel Green Power Canada Inc. has started the main construction phase of the 152 … Continue reading Enel Green Power moving forward on new wind power project in Alberta
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Boralex, Énergir and Hydro-Québec join forces to develop three wind projects of 400 MW each on the Seigneurie de Beaupré territory
Boralex inc. (“Boralex”) (TSX: BLX), Énergir and Hydro-Québec (collectively “the partners”) are pleased to announce a partnership to develop three wind projects of 400 MW each on the Seigneurie de Beaupré territory. The partnership is in line with Hydro-Québec’s intention to develop a portfolio of wind energy projects with experienced partners in Québec. Under the … Continue reading Boralex, Énergir and Hydro-Québec join forces to develop three wind projects of 400 MW each on the Seigneurie de Beaupré territory
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Siemens Gamesa will provide wind turbines for RES’ 100-MW Hilda wind power project in Alberta
Siemens Gamesa will provide wind turbines for RES’ 100-MW Hilda wind power project in Alberta. This order includes 20 SG 5.0-145 wind turbines operating with a flexible rating up to 5.2 MW, providing wind energy for the equivalent of nearly 50,000 Alberta homes. Siemens Gamesa Renewable Energy has signed its first project with Renewable Energy … Continue reading Siemens Gamesa will provide wind turbines for RES’ 100-MW Hilda wind power project in Alberta
Continue readingPattern Energy Starts Construction of Lanfine Wind Project in Alberta
Pattern Energy Group LP (Pattern Energy) announced today it has started construction of its Lanfine Wind power project in Alberta, Canada. The 150 megawatt (MW) project, which will provide enough clean energy to power approximately 25,000 homes in Alberta annually, is expected to enter full commercial operation by the end of 2022. “The Lanfine Wind … Continue reading Pattern Energy Starts Construction of Lanfine Wind Project in Alberta
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EDP Renewables signs a 15-year PPA for 297 MW of wind power in Canada
The company has closed the agreement with TransCanada Energy to sell the green energy from its Shap Hills wind farm, avoiding estimated annual emissions of 700 thousand tons of CO2. With this new PPA, EDPR now has 0.4 GW of secured capacity in Canada. EDP Renewables (Euronext: EDPR), the fourth largest renewable energy producer in … Continue reading EDP Renewables signs a 15-year PPA for 297 MW of wind power in Canada
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GE Renewable Energy partners with Governments of Canada and Québec to invest in expansion of Blade facility in Gaspé
Plant expansion announced today at an event attended by Prime Minister of Canada, Justin Trudeau, and Québec Minister of Energy and Natural Resources, Jonatan Julien Investment reinforces company and governments’ commitment to renewable energy and will support the creation of 200 new jobs GE Renewable Energy facility will support production of wind turbine blades needed … Continue reading GE Renewable Energy partners with Governments of Canada and Québec to invest in expansion of Blade facility in Gaspé
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Enercon supplies 305 MW of wind power with E-160 EP5 wind turbines in Canada
ENERCON is proud to announce the first contract for the EP5 model in North America! The agreement with Potentia Renewables totals 305 MW and is a clear step towards the increased focus on international markets. The 55 E-160 EP5 E3 wind energy converter will be installed at the Jenner 1, Jenner 2 and Jenner 3 … Continue reading Enercon supplies 305 MW of wind power with E-160 EP5 wind turbines in Canada
Continue readingSiemens Gamesa Rattlesnake 130 MW wind farm project underlines case for subsidy free clean energy in Canada
Siemens Gamesa secures contract to provide wind turbines for 130-MW BHE Canada’s wind power project. Siemens Gamesa Renewable Energy has signed a 130 MW order to supply 26 SG 5.0-145 wind turbines to Berkshire Hathaway Energy Canada for the company’s Rattlesnake Ridge wind power project, one of the first subsidy free wind farms in the … Continue reading Siemens Gamesa Rattlesnake 130 MW wind farm project underlines case for subsidy free clean energy in Canada
Continue readingBoralex consolidates ownership in three Quebec wind farms
Boralex Inc. says it has signed a deal to buy the 49 per cent stake in three Quebec wind farms it does not already own from the Caisse de depot et placement du Quebec. The company will pay $121.5 million in cash plus up to an additional $4 million subject to certain conditions that need … Continue reading Boralex consolidates ownership in three Quebec wind farms
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