Canada: Three Wind Energy Projects Awarded in Green Choice Program

The Glooscap First Nation, an indigenous community in Nova Scotia, Canada, and SWEB Development, a wholly owned subsidiary of WEB Windenergie AG, were awarded the contract to participate in the “Green Choice” program with three wind power projects at the end of January. This program of the province of Nova Scotia is intended to provide large electricity consumers such as hospitals, schools, universities, municipalities and companies with access to affordable green electricity.

An installed capacity of 315 MW is planned as part of these three projects. Two projects, “Yellow Birch” and “Sugar Maple”, are being built in Pictou County, in the northern part of Nova Scotia; the third, “Blueberry Acres”, in Cumberland County is located in the northwest of the province.

The commitment to participate in the program does not mean that the wind farms can be built, but it is an important milestone towards implementation.

"We are honoured to be awarded these projects, which represent a critical milestone in Nova Scotia's transition to clean energy," said Rory Cantwell, CEO of SWEB Development. "We are proud to be co-owners with Glooscap First Nation on these projects, ensuring that the benefits of renewable energy stay in local communities. Together, these wind projects will provide affordable, sustainable energy while helping Nova Scotia ratepayers save money on electricity costs.”

“As a Nation, we are committed to meaningful action that balances economic reconciliation with environmental stewardship," says Glooscap First Nation Chief Sidney Peters. "We aim to build meaningful partnerships that protect the well-being of our community while addressing the need for cleaner, more sustainable energy sources. By advancing clean energy in Nova Scotia, we are protecting the land, water, and ecosystems that sustain us and ensuring a healthier, more sustainable future for generations to come.”