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Invenergy awarded 291 megawatt wind energy contract from Hydro-Québec

Invenergy, the leading privately held global developer, owner, and operator of sustainable energy solutions, is pleased to confirm today that Hydro-Quebec has selected the Pohénégamook–Picard–Saint-Antonin–Wolastokuk 2 (PPAW 2) wind project to be developed and constructed as part of its A/O 2023-01 tender for the acquisition of wind energy. Developed in equal partnership with Alliance de … Continue reading Invenergy awarded 291 megawatt wind energy contract from Hydro-Québec

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Floating wind farm in Canada prepares its first wind turbines

It will be a 300 to 400 megawatt floating offshore wind project located 20 to 30 kilometers off Goldboro, Nova Scotia.The site chosen for the project stands out for its constant, fast, constant and sustained winds. Expect between 20 and 25 giant wind turbines floating along one of the longest coastlines in the world. Harnessing … Continue reading Floating wind farm in Canada prepares its first wind turbines

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The potential of offshore wind energy in Atlantic Canada

Atlantic Canada has a unique opportunity to harness the power of offshore wind energy and become a leading player in the transition to green energy with wind turbines. According to a recent report from the Public Policy Forum, Atlantic Canada has the potential to develop 15 gigawatts (GW) of offshore wind, which could generate enough … Continue reading The potential of offshore wind energy in Atlantic Canada

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Copenhagen Infrastructure Partners starts construction of Canada’s largest onshore wind power project

Buffalo Plains is expected to be fully operational by December 2024 and will, once completed, be the largest onshore wind farm constructed in Canada. Copenhagen Infrastructure Partners (CIP), on behalf of its Copenhagen Infrastructure IV (CI IV) fund, has begun construction on Buffalo Plains, a 495 MW wind farm consisting of 83 Siemens-Gamesa wind turbines … Continue reading Copenhagen Infrastructure Partners starts construction of Canada’s largest onshore wind power project

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Vestas secures order for 136 MW EnVentus wind turbines in Canada

Vestas has received a 136 MW order for an undisclosed wind farm owned in Canada. The order consists of 22 V162-6.2 MW wind turbines. The order includes the supply, delivery and commissioning of the wind turbines, as well as a multi-year Active Output Management 5000 (AOM 5000) service agreement, designed to ensure optimized performance of … Continue reading Vestas secures order for 136 MW EnVentus wind turbines in Canada

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Vestas wins 140 MW wind order from Capital Power in Canada

Vestas has received a 140 MW order to power the Capital Power-owned Halkirk II wind project in Alberta, Canada. The order consists of 31 V150-4.5 MW wind turbines. The order includes the supply, delivery and commissioning of the turbines, as well as a 10-year Active Output Management 5000 (AOM 5000) service agreement, designed to ensure … Continue reading Vestas wins 140 MW wind order from Capital Power in Canada

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Construction Underway for Bekevar Wind Energy Project in Saskatchewan

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

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Desjardins 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

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Enel 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

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